Psycho-Babble Medication Thread 359328

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Lamictal dosage question

Posted by theo on June 23, 2004, at 7:03:44

My pdoc started me on the Lamictal and instead of following the starter pack, she wants me to increase dose every week, instead of 2 weeks, starting of course with 25mg but also taking 75mg for one week unlike the starter pack which jumps from 50mg to 100mg.

Any input would be appreciated.

 

Re: Lamictal dosage question

Posted by lauram on June 24, 2004, at 14:52:05

In reply to Lamictal dosage question, posted by theo on June 23, 2004, at 7:03:44

I am on Lamictal 300mg per day, 150mg in AM and 150mg in PM. It took me quite awhile to work up to that dosage as I increased it by 25mg every two weeks. Each time I increased the dose I would experience agitation/anxiety for a few days but then it would go away. Now that I am at my target dose I have no anxiety or agitation. This med is wonderful for my moods and I have less depression. The rule of thumb is to start slowly.


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