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Stevenage, UK
June 29, 2016
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Members responded to concerns about Lamictal side effects like insomnia and agitation by sharing a wide range of personal experiences, from... Read more

Members responded to concerns about Lamictal side effects like insomnia and agitation by sharing a wide range of personal experiences, from those who struggled greatly to those who have taken it for over 25 years without issues. Several members described difficult reactions including vomiting, rapid heartbeat, migraines, and extreme fatigue, while others found it highly effective for seizure control when combined with medications like carbamazepine. A recurring theme was that everyone's body responds differently to medication, and finding the right fit often takes time and patience.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

We hated lamictal it made my son puke every three days. Had to convince his old neuro that no one gets a virus every three days for a month! Good luck hope it gets better

June 29, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I been taking Lamictol 15 yrs now with no side affects or anything just sz free and living a normal life the way it should be, out on the boat or riding my Harley, and will always remain taking Brand name Lamictol and brand Tegretol, hope best for you

June 29, 2016
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Lamictal is the first of five medications that worked with mild side effects.
After taking my evening or mourning dose I will fall asleep. With out coffee I could not stay awake for a few hours.
However if this is the only side affect I am happy to take it.
Been seizure free now for at least 3 years now

April 27, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

The thing about that is that every person's immune system is not the same, so it will work for some people and not for others. That's how all medications are for different people.

January 14, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I've been using lamictal for more than 10 years. Sometimes when i can't sleep I try hypnotic therapy.

November 21, 2022

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