An anticonvulsant drug used for the treatment of partial seizures and generalized tonic-clonic seizures. It is available, on prescription only, as tablets or dispersible tablets.
Side effects: include rashes, fever, malaise, influenza-like symptoms, drowsiness, and (rarely) liver disorders.
Precautions: people taking lamotrigine should be closely monitored initially: liver, kidney, and blood-clotting functions should be assessed. If rashes, influenza-like symptoms, or drowsiness occur, or if the drug becomes less effective in controlling seizures, treatment may need to be stopped. When stopping medication, lamotrigine should be withdrawn gradually over a two-week period.
Interactions with other drugs: Other anticonvulsants: taking two or more anticonvulsants together may
enhance their toxicity.
Proprietary preparation: Lamictal.
