Posted by jtevers on January 20, 2004, at 17:23:27
In reply to Re: Lamictil is NOT a mood stabilizer » Flipsactown, posted by Flipsactown on January 19, 2004, at 11:36:15
hello all...
i have been on seroquel ( an antipsychotic ) and neurontin ( a mood stabilizer ) for several years since a diagnosis of bipolar in 2000.
i have consequently gained 60 lbs. over two winters due primarily to my meds. ... this weight has not responded to even the most vigorous exercise and diet.
i am currently investigating alternatives to my present treatment regimen and a local doctor has asked i switch from gabapentin / neurontin to lamictal / lamotrigine because the latter is weight neutral. i have read several testimonials of weight gain while on lamictal right here, but don't know who to trust....
does anyone have any insight about the propensity of lamictal to cause weight increase?
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