Treating Epilepsy with Lamictal

Lamictal is the trade name for the medication lamotrigine. Lamictal is an anti-convulsant medication. As an anti-convulsant, lamictal may be taken to control seizures in patients with epilepsy. To control epileptic seizures, the drug may be used in patients over two years old. Lamictal may be taken on its own for these purposes, but it is often taken in combination with other drugs used for controlling the aforementioned disorders. Dosages vary according to a variety of factors including:Your age, other medical problems, other drugs you are taking as these may have an interaction with this medcation you should speak with your doctor or pharmacy and tell them what other medication you are taking. Finding the right dosage for an individual can be a lengthy process. It is very important for patients to tell their doctors about all drugs they are taking, as certain drugs can impact the effectiveness of Lamictal, including the following:Tegretol (carbamazepine) Methotrexate, Septra, or other drugs that inhibit the metabolism of folate Oral contraceptives Phenobarbital Dilantin (Phenytoin) Mysoline (Primidone) Depakene or Depakote (valproic acid)Furthermore, Lamictal regimens often require metered dosing that is slowly built up in the system. For the treatment of epilepsy in combination with other drugs, a typical adult dosage schedule would be similar to:200 mg (total) per day after week 5Obviously, with such meticulously calculated dosages, it is very important for patients using Lamictal to remain in contact with their doctor, follow instructions closely and keep all scheduled appointments. An overdose of this medication can be very dangerous, even fatal. When overdose of lamictal is suspected, medical treatment (via poison control center and emergency room/emergency services) should be sought immediately. The following signs may indicate Lamictal overdose:Decreased consciousness, unusual sleepiness, and comaDelayed heartbeatIncrease in occurrence of seizuresRolling of the eyeballsAs with other medication you should also use it as directed by your doctor or pharmacy and Lamictalis no different so always take the advice of your doctor.