Lamotrigin

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Lamotrigine (Lamictal®) is a medication licensed to treat bipolar disorder and epilepsy. Although it is not exactly clear how this prescription medication works, it is thought to work by affecting sodium channels in the brain, preventing the abnormal activity from spreading to other parts. The lamotrigine dosage your healthcare provider recommends will be based on several factors, such as your age, weight, other existing medical conditions you have, and other medications you are taking. Possible side effects of lamotrigine include headaches, nausea, and dizziness.
 
(Click Lamotrigine for more information about how lamotrigine works, its potential side effects, and general precautions. You can also click any of the links in the box to the right for specific information.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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