Hi,
Lamictal is a very effective medication for treatment of
lamotrigine. Even though there are side effects that can occur, the benefits of Lamictal outweigh the risk. Moreover, Lamictal will be started at the lowest dose and slowly treated up to minimize side effects and improve tolerance.
Even though Seroquel also works for Bipolar
depression, it is not as effective as Lamictal and has the potential for causing more side effects like confusion,
memory loss, etc., especially in the elderly. So it is best to discuss your concerns with your
psychiatrist and start Lamictal as prescribed.
The most important side effect of Lamictal that is concerning is the occurrence of a rash that can worsen to a condition called Steven-Johnsons syndrome. So please be advised to discontinue Lamictal and contact your doctor immediately at the first sign of rash while on Lamictal.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal,
General & Family Physician