Lamictal
Lamotrigine tablets for bipolar I disorder and epilepsy. It dampens electrical signals in the brain that lead to mood swings and seizures.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Lamotrigine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 25mg · 50mg · 100mg · 200mg
Lamictal is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
Supply requirements for Lamictal depend on the medicine and destination. The fulfilment partner must confirm them before accepting an order.
Lamictal details
- Conditions
- Bipolar I Disorder · Epilepsy
- Alternative names
- lamotrigine
- Therapeutic class
- Anticonvulsant; Phenyltriazine Derivative
- Pharmacological class
- Antiepileptic Agent
- Known off-label uses
- unipolar depression; neuropathic pain
- Contraindications
- severe hypersensitivity to lamotrigine
- Minor side effects
- headache; dizziness; nausea
- Moderate side effects
- insomnia; somnolence; mild skin rash
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Originator
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Valproic Acid; Carbamazepine; Oral Contraceptives
- Age restrictions
- Approved for children over two years and adults.
Serious side effects
Stevens-Johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Lamotrigine tablets for bipolar I disorder and epilepsy. It dampens electrical signals in the brain that lead to mood swings and seizures.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits voltage-gated sodium channels, stabilising presynaptic membranes and reducing neurotransmitter glutamate release.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Suitability during pregnancy depends on the specific medicine and individual circumstances. Confirm with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
What you will receive
Lamictal names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Lamotrigine at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.