About Bipolar Disorder: Lots About Lamictal

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Bipolar Disorder Bipolar Disorder Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatment Coping and Support From Marcia Purse, your Guide to Bipolar Disorder Plenty of people take Lamictal - or the generic version lamotrigine - finding it safe and effective. However, it's possible to have serious reactions to this drug. If you are taking Lamictal, especially if you're just starting it, here are some of the things you need to know about. Lamictal Rash Warning - In Plain English Lamictal can cause serious, even life-threatening rashes. The black box warning sent to doctors is written in complex medical language. Here is the plain English version of the Lamictal rash warning. See More About:  lamictal  stevens-johnson syndrome  toxic epidermal necrolysis Lamictal Drug Profile Lamictal is an anticonvulsant epilepsy medication approved for use as a mood stabilizer in the treatment of bipolar disorder. Here's basic information about this drug. See More About:  lamictal  mood stabilizers  anticonvulsants Other Possible Serious Reactions to Lamictal The best-known serious reaction to Lamictal is developing a rash that might be permanently disfiguring or life-threatening. However, there are other potential reactions to Lamictal that are rarer than rashes but can be quite serious if they do occur. See More About:  lamictal  anticonvulsants  side effects Manufacturer's Recommended Dosages Available strengths and manufacturer's recommended dosages for patients with bipolar disorder. See More About:  lamictal  anticonvulsants  mood stabilizers Bipolar Disorder Ads Bipolar Disorder Allergies Treatment Allergy Treatment Epilepsy Treatment Skin Rash Featured Articles FDA-Approved Text of the Lamictal Rash Warning Lamictal Tastes Terrible! Lamictal's More Common Side Effects Antipsychotics and Sexual Dysfunction Studied About Bipolar Disorder on Facebook Follow on Twitter   More from About.com Over the Counter Cold Medications How to choose the right medication for your cold and flu symptoms. More> Should Kids Get Flu Shots? Think your child is too healthy to need a flu shot? Think again. More> This newsletter is written by: Marcia Purse Bipolar Disorder Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Bipolar Disorder newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   What We're Talking About Terrified of Starting University Semester Angst and Feline Asthma? Family Non-Believers Advertisement