Lamictal?

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Registered: 09-14-2003
Lamictal?
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Wed, 09-20-2006 - 4:31pm

Just curious if anyone has any good or bad stories on lamictal. I think I'm going to ask my doc to change meds. I've been on Depakote and Paxil, but have been in a "state" for over a week, which is really long for me. Very apathetic about everyone and everything. I've read that lamictal helps more with the depressive side of BP. That is what I need.

TIA!

iVillage Member
Registered: 05-22-2006
In reply to: camp1298
Wed, 09-20-2006 - 4:54pm
Hi there! I have been on Lamictal for 13 days tonight. I have no idea if it's working but I take it in conjunction with Prozac. I told pdoc that I wanted something that won't "flatline" (sleepy, etc) me and won't have me gain weight. I work for very high energy & challenging people and need to keep up with them mentally. He told me that Lamictal will keep lows at bay without tempering highs too much and is weight neutral. So far, no weight gain but am waiting for it to kick in otherwise. Others on here have said it's great so I am keeping positive!!
Good luck!! Kelli





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iVillage Member
Registered: 04-27-2006
In reply to: camp1298
Wed, 09-20-2006 - 5:17pm

When I started Lamictal about a year and half ago it changed my life, for the better.

     ~ Tina ~

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Registered: 09-14-2003
In reply to: camp1298
Wed, 09-20-2006 - 6:21pm

Thanks guys. I did some research on BP meds and Lamictal seems to be what I'm looking for. I've been on Seroquel and now Depakote, but it doesn't seem to be helping much. At first I thought it was, but I think it's because at the same time we increased my Paxil to 40 mg from 20. I'm going to talk to my doc tomorrow and see what she has to say.

Thanks again!

Amy

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Registered: 12-29-2005
In reply to: camp1298
Thu, 09-21-2006 - 5:13pm

I have been on it for 2 years. I'm getting off it soon so we can ttc. But I have really loved it. I have felt pretty normal on it. I do care less about stuff though, but I haven't had that improve as I've been getting off of it so, it could just be me. If i were you I would totally try it. I will totally go on it again if I need to.

April