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Indications
Lamictal is an antiepileptic medication used to help manage and control certain types of seizures.
Lamotrigine is an anticonvulsant that prevents the spread of seizure activity in the brain and body. The medicine may also help balance natural chemicals in the brain to help prevent and control seizures. When taken daily, Lamictal CD helps control epilepsy and other seizure conditions.
Dosage and Administration
The dose of Lamictal CD that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and severity of the seizure condition being treated. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic results. Do not take more than prescribed or suddenly stop using this medication.
- Tablets may be swallowed whole, chewed, or mixed into water or juice
- If you chew the medication, drink a small amount of liquid to help you swallow it all
- To dissolve the tablet, add your dose to a small amount of liquid in a glass or spoon
- Wait for the tablet to dissolve, roughly 1 minute, then stir and drink the mixture
- Do not suddenly stop taking Lamictal DC
- Store at room temperature away from children and pets
To treat epilepsy in adults taking valproic acid:
- Adults should start by taking 25mg once every other day for 2 weeks
- After this time, doses can increase to 25mg daily for another 2 weeks
- After these initial 4 weeks, your dose may increase as needed
- Most doses do not surpass 400mg daily
- Children aged 2 to 12 should take 0.15mg/kg of body weight daily for 2 weeks
- Then they should take 0.3mg/kg in one or two smaller doses daily for another 2 weeks
- After these 4 weeks, doses can increase as needed up to 200mg daily
To treat those not taking valproic acid but who take other seizure medications:
- Most adults start by taking 50mg once daily for 2 weeks
- Then, doses can increase to 100mg divided daily for another 2 weeks
- Your dose may increase after these initial 4 weeks as needed
- Doses usually do not exceed 500mg daily
- Children aged 2 to 12 should take 0.5mg/kg of body weight for 2 weeks followed by 1.2mg/kg divided into 2 small doses daily for another 2 weeks
- Doses can increase up to 400mg daily as needed after these 4 initial weeks
To treat those not taking valproic acid or other seizure medications:
- Start by taking 25mg of Lamictal DC once daily
- After two weeks of treatment, increase the dose to 50mg once a day for another 2 weeks
- Doses can gradually increase as needed after these 4 initial weeks
- Most adults do not take more than 375mg a day
- Children should take 0.3mg/kg of body weight in one or two smaller doses daily for 2 weeks
- The following 2 weeks, they should take 0.6mg/kg divided daily
- Your dose may increase as needed up to 300mg a day
Side Effects
Lamictal DC may cause you to develop some side effects while affecting chemicals in your brain to help prevent and control seizures. Speak to your healthcare provider for more information regarding any symptoms that you may encounter during treatment.
Common Lamictal DC side effects:
- Dizziness, drowsiness
- Headache
- Vomiting, upset stomach
Serious Side Effects
Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Lamictal DC. Contact your healthcare provider right away if you experience any of the following side effects:
- Fainting
- Fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
- Easy or unusual bruising or bleeding
- Stiff neck
- Problems with your vision
- Loss of coordination
- Muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness
- Signs of kidney problems
Allergic Reactions
Do not take Lamictal DC if you are allergic to lamotrigine or any other tablet ingredient. Stop using and contact your healthcare provider right away if you develop any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:
- Hives, rash
- Trouble breathing
- Swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat
Cautions
- In rare cases, serious rashes have occurred in patients using Lamictal DC and other products containing lamotrigine.
- Children may be at a higher risk of developing this condition. Those who take Lamictal DC at high doses and with fast titration are more likely to experience serious rashes.
- Before taking Lamictal DC, tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following conditions:
- Kidney disease
- Liver disease
- Heart problems including irregular heartbeat, heart block, or heart failure
- Lamictal DC may cause you to become dizzy, drowsy, or to have blurred vision. If you experience these symptoms, be careful when driving or performing hazardous tasks that require alertness or clear vision.
- Avoid drinking alcohol during treatment with Lamictal DC because it can increase side effects, especially drowsiness and dizziness.
- Older adults who take Lamictal DC may be at a greater risk of experiencing side effects, especially dizziness, loss of coordination, or fainting.
- Consult your healthcare provider before taking Lamictal DC while pregnant.
- Lamictal DC passes into breast milk and may affect your nursing child. Discuss with your healthcare provider before breastfeeding while taking this medication.
- Some drugs may interact with Lamictal DC and cause adverse reactions. Tell your healthcare provider about all the medications that you take, including over the counter medicines, but especially any of the following:
- Dofetilide
- Orlistat
- Hormonal birth control pills
- Estrogens
- Other seizure medications such as phenobarbital, phenytoin, primidone, and valproic acid
- Antihistamines like cetirizine or diphenhydramine
- Drugs for sleep or anxiety like diazepam or alprazolam
- Muscle relaxants
- Opioid pain relief medications
- Lamictal DC may decrease the effectiveness of hormonal birth control products including pills, patches, and rings. Consult with your healthcare provider to determine an effective birth control method during treatment. Spotting or breakthrough bleeding may be signs that your birth control is not working well.
- Do not administer Lamictal DC to any child under the age of 2 without first consulting with your healthcare provider.
Form and Strength
This antiepileptic medication is available in the form of dispersible-chewable tablets.
- Lamictal DC tablet strengths:
- 2mg
- 5mg
- 25mg
- 50mg
- 100mg
- 200mg
The 2 and 5mg strength dispersible-chewable tablets are available in quantities of 30; the 5, 25, 50, 100, and 200mg Lamictal DC tablets are all available in quantities of 90; the 25 and 100mg tablets are available in quantities of 56; and the 50mg tablets are also available in quantities of 100.
FAQ
Does Lamictal DC decrease dopamine?
Lamictal DC helps balance chemicals in your brain including dopamine and serotonin receptors. These actions help control and prevent the spread of seizure activity in your brain. Speak with your healthcare provider to learn more about how this medication works to control and prevent your seizures.
Can you drink alcohol with Lamictal DC?
You can drink alcohol while taking Lamictal DC, but it is recommended that you decrease and limit the amount that you consume. This is because alcohol can increase dizziness and drowsiness caused by the medication. Alcohol and hangovers may also contribute to seizures in some people with epilepsy which would work against the purpose of the medication.
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Additional information
Brand Name: |
Lamictal DC |
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Scientific Name: |
Lamotrigine |
Other Names: |
Lamictal DC, Lamictal Dispersible Chewable, Lamitor DT, Lamotrigine Dispersible |
Strength(s): |
2mg, 5mg, 25mg, 50mg, 100mg, 200mg |
Quantities Available: |
28, 30, 56, 84, 90, 100 |
Formulation: |
Chewable tablet, Dispersible-Chewable Tablet, DispersibleTablet |