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Is Mild Rash And Itching Serious Enough To Discontinue A Medicine?
Hi, I started Lamictal 2 weeks ago. Started with 25 mg/day, went to 50 mg/day a week ago, and to 75 mg/day beginning yesterday, per Doctor's instructions. I have itchy skin and a mild rash on my right hand. My doctor said to discontinue Lamictal if a rash appeared. Is this rash serious enough to discontinue the medicine? I have an appointment with my doctor today.
It is better to stop if the rash ocured shortly after starting the medications.But,minimal itching,that too started after a weak of the drug,is likely to come down.In my clinic,in such a situation,i will ask my patient to wait for 1-2 days befor stopping the drug.If the rash comes down,desensitization is likely,and the drug can be continued.If it escalates,has to be immediately discontinued. i hope you will find this information useful.thank you.
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Is Mild Rash And Itching Serious Enough To Discontinue A Medicine?
It is better to stop if the rash ocured shortly after starting the medications.But,minimal itching,that too started after a weak of the drug,is likely to come down.In my clinic,in such a situation,i will ask my patient to wait for 1-2 days befor stopping the drug.If the rash comes down,desensitization is likely,and the drug can be continued.If it escalates,has to be immediately discontinued. i hope you will find this information useful.thank you.