Discussions tagged “lamotrigine”

I've recently been prescribed Lamotrigine 150mg to help manage my bipolar disorder. I notice that I need to be very cautious because of the risk of serious skin rashes and other severe side effects. Has anyone else had issues with this medication? Specifically, I'm worried about the low blood cell counts and immune system problems. What are your experiences with this drug? Any tips to avoid these awful side effects would be greatly appreciated!

I was recently prescribed Lamictal ODT 200mg Tablets to help stabilize my mood. I've been struggling with bipolar disorder for a while, and my doctor thinks this could help. The ODT form is actually really convenient, it dissolves quickly in your mouth without water. I'm just starting out on this medication, so I'm curious to hear from others who have experience with it. Has anyone else had success with Lamictal for bipolar disorder? How long did it take to see improvements in your mood? Also, I've read that it can have some serious side effects, so I'm a bit worried about that. Has anyone experienced anything bad? What should I watch out for? I'm really hoping this helps, but I'm also a bit nervous about starting a new medication.