Posted by Bob on April 9, 2002, at 1:33:47
In reply to Re: high-dose Lamictal: why not? » Elizabeth, posted by Zo on April 8, 2002, at 21:45:10
> Yes-- but I think the inability to tolerate is, unfortunately, quite confusing. One must sort out, while in a confused and confusing state, whether this is due to drug or dose, whether these side effets will or will not go away.
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> n general, I think that creeping up on doses is the only rational way to get on a med and be also capable of making these crucial decisions as symptoms occur.
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> ZoVery well said, Zo! Sorting out what side effects might pass and which ones will not is quite a daunting task; actually it's not really possible. The only thing you can do is see if you can stand the side effect long enough for it to go away. Unfortunately, sometimes this can get you in trouble. The drug lottery is not a fun game.
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