Posted by theo on December 18, 2004, at 10:24:25
In reply to Re: Keppra and cognition » Ritch, posted by ed_uk on December 16, 2004, at 13:51:37
I've been taking a low dose of Keppra (500-750mg daily) for about 7 months now. The first dose I took, I was a little tired. But after a couple of days, it was definitely a brightener.
I've tried adding Lamictal, which I just quit yesterday because of cognitive issues, so no, it doesn't offset cognitive impairment brought on by Lamictal, Topamax, etc.
I think Lamictal causes cognitive impairment (even though it claims not to) and it's scary because for me it got worse over time than better. If I could afford to be brain dead and didn't have to work, Lamictal might be a good choice. I never realized how much it's smoothered my drive and ambition until I stopped it, and am thankful I did.
Back to Keppra, I like it because it helps cover up anxiety, but doesn't make me foggy.
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