Lamictal (lamotrigine) is an anti-epileptic medication, also called an anticonvulsant.It is used either alone or in combination with other medications to treat epileptic seizures in adults and children. This drug is also used to delay mood episodes in adults with bipolar disorder (manic depression).

Precautions:
You should not take this drug if you are allergic to lamotrigine.
To make sure you can safely take Lamictal, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
kidney or liver disease;
a history of depression or suicidal thoughts or actions; or
if you are allergic to other seizure medications.
You may have thoughts about suicide while taking this medication. Tell your doctor if you have new or worsening depression or suicidal thoughts during the first several months of treatment, or whenever your dose is changed.
Your family or other care givers should also be alert to changes in your mood or symptoms. Your doctor will need to check you at regular visits. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Drug interactions:
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
hormonal forms of birth control (pills, injections, implants, or skin patches);
carbamazepine (Carbatrol, Equetro, Tegretol);
divalproex (Depakote);
oxcarbazepine (Trileptal);
phenobarbital (Solfoton);
primidone (Mysoline);
phenytoin (Dilantin);
rifampin (Rifadin, Rifater, Rifamate, Rimactane); or
valproic acid (Depakene, Stavzor).

Indications:
Lamotrigine is used alone or with other medications to prevent and control seizures. It may also be used to help prevent the extreme mood swings of bipolar disorder in adults.Lamotrigine is known as an anticonvulsant or antiepileptic drug. It is thought to work by restoring the balance of certain natural substances in the brain.

Side effects:
Dizziness, drowsiness, headache, blurred / double vision, loss of coordination, shaking (tremor), nausea, vomiting, or upset stomach may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly. Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. A small number of people who take anticonvulsants for any condition (such as seizures, bipolar disorder, pain) may experience depression, suicidal thoughts/attempts, or other mental/mood problems. Tell your doctor right away if you or your family/caregiver notice any unusual/sudden changes in your mood, thoughts, or behavior including signs of depression, suicidal thoughts/attempts, thoughts about harming yourself.

Storage:
Store this drug at room temperature. Protect from heat, light and moisture. Keep away from reach of children.