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Lamictal (generic name lamotrigine) is an anticonvulsant often prescribed as a mood stabilizer for those with bipolar disorder (manic depression). Found here are resources and information relating to this medication.
Lamictal (Lamotrigine) Medication Profile
Lamictal - generic lamotrigine - is an anticonvulsant epilepsy medication approved for use as a mood stabilizer in the treatment of bipolar disorder. Be on the lookout for a possible serious problem with rashes if you are taking Lamictal.
Lamotrigine Side Effects
Catalogue of side effects for the anticonvulsant Lamictal - generic Lamotrigine - sometimes prescribed as a mood stabilizer in the treatment of bipolar disorder.
Speaking from Experience - Lamotrigine
These are posts written by members of our About Bipolar Disorder Forum Community about this medication. These discussions include information about personal experiences with efficacy, rashes, hair loss and more.
Lamictal Appears Effective For Bipolar Depression
Newly published data have demonstrated that Lamictal(lamotrigine), an anticonvulsant medication currently used to treat epilepsy, has antidepressant activity in patients with bipolar depression (the depressed phase of bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression).
Lamotrigine
The usual comprehensive monograph from RxList, including pharmacology, indications and dosage, precautions, warnings, side effects, patient information and more.
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