Posted by galkeepinon on October 10, 2003, at 14:51:02
In reply to Lamictal - Day 1 Need some Advice!, posted by poop'd-out on October 10, 2003, at 14:11:25
Hello:-)
>>>>>Back to the lamictal, I was just wondering if most people experience some type of skin discomfort after the very first dose.
I take Lamictal. I felt a 'warm feeling' at first, and only a slight skin sensation/irritation. That 'Niacin flush' feeling, in my opinion, is somewhat normal when starting any new kind of medication.
>>>>>It then proceeded to calm down and flare up throughout the rest of the evening. I also got that wicked headache I have read about and extreme dry eyes. This morning I have residual skin irritation here and there, but so far no bumps or anything, just a feeling of extreme sensitivity.
Keep your doctor informed, of course, of all this.
>>>>>I don't mind side-effects and have been through much worse in my time, my fear is that I have very hyper-sensitive skin and have hyper sensitive reactions to most meds, sooo, is it common to experience this type of reaction right off, after the very first dose?
Understandable fear, but try not to worry, just keep your doctor informed about everything you're experiencing, after all, you are new on it.
>>>>>Sorry, I am being paranoid, but I determined to ride this thing out, I want something that works dammit! I guess I just need to know when and if I should back off.
No way~no paranoia, you have a right to question about these things, especially if you're feeling bad:-) Always do!!!
>>>>>My plan today is either to take half of what I took last night or wait a day. I appreciate your input.
Have you talked to your doctor about this? I would definately keep in touch with him/her about how you're feeling.
Hang in there and 'keep on keepin on', there is a light at the end of this tunnel for you:-)
Best wishes,
Kristen
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