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Re: Lamictal -- Lin

Posted by JohnL on August 29, 2000, at 5:17:08

In reply to Re: Lamictal -- johnl, posted by Lin on August 27, 2000, at 10:06:14

> Thanks so much for your response -- it was really helpful. Did you have any weight gain on lamictal? I am on lithium, as you know, and also on zyprexa and klonopin, so I don't want to gain any more weight (the zyprexa really packs it on). I'm happy to hear that there were no negative sexual side effects -- that is another thing I was going to ask. How about sedation? I know you said that it gave you restless sleep, but did it make you feel drugged and/or sedated? Thanks for your input,
> Lin

Lin,
No weight gain with Lamictal.
No sedation or drugginess either.

Of course, everyone's different, and these side effects might happen with someone. I think in general though--based on my own experience, and based on things I've read about Lamictal at Dr Bobs Tips--Lamictal is one of the more stimulating, not sedating, mood stabilizer choices.

Since it has also shown promise as an antidepressant, who knows, you might be able to lower the Zyprexa dose while taking Lamictal.
John



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