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Lamotrigine is used to treat and prevent seizures. It is also sometimes used for other conditions, such as mood problems.
Take lamotrigine regularly as directed with a glass of water.
The tablets may be swallowed whole, chewed or dissolved in water.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible and continue as directed.
Some medicines available without a prescription may react with lamotrigine including:
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products (e.g. ginkgo) or recreational drugs (e.g. ecstasy).
Side Effects | Recommended action |
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Skin rash, skin peeling or blisters |
Stop taking and see your doctor immediately |
Suicidal thoughts Increased risk of infection - symptoms may include: fever, chills, sore throat, aches and pains, tiredness, pain when peeing, mouth ulcers Easy/unusual bruising or bleeding Symptoms of allergy including: skin rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing |
Tell your doctor immediately |
Anxiety, irritability, loss of co-ordination/walking or handwriting problems, low mood |
Tell your doctor |
Changes in vision Drowsiness, headache, trouble sleeping, weakness Runny or blocked nose, dry mouth Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain |
Tell your doctor if troublesome |
If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.