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Re: Lamictil side effects » jimtee99

Posted by Emme on January 19, 2002, at 7:59:42

In reply to Lamictil side effects, posted by jimtee99 on January 18, 2002, at 13:00:55

Hi there,

I too am surprised at using Lamictal just for GAD. Have you tried SSRI's? Also, as someone noted above, she did start you on a high dose with a fast tiration. My advice? Back off the dosage, slow down the titration, and consult a dermatologist straight away about your skin symptoms. They can tell you if it's dangerous, and maybe advise you on a treatment for the discomfort. As for the feelings of anxiety, I find Lamictal activating and use Neurontin and Klonopin to offset it. My current titration schedule (7.5 mg/week) is unusually slow, but is what my body needs. Others may increase 12.5 mg/week. Good luck.

Emme


> My psychiatric nurse practitioner started me on Lamictil about 5 weeks ago for general anxiety disorder (GAD). We started with a starter sampler kit which had me taking 50 mg in the morning for two weeks, and for the last three weeks I've been taking 50 mg morning and evening.
>
> For the past two weeks, I've been experiencing a light burning sensation in my wrists, forearms, shins and ankles.
>
> Also, the skin on my palms gets tight and red. I have asthma, and my need for an atomizer has increased from once every few months to once or twice a day.
>
> I'm also experiencing tight jaw, tense facial muscles, overall muscle tension, stomach tension, and feelings of anxiety (which is what I'm taking the drug to get rid of).
>
> Has anyone else experienced these symptoms, and if so, what happened?
>
> Thanks!
>
> Jim T.

 

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