Posted by KarenB on April 6, 2001, at 13:50:28
In reply to Re: current Lamictal trials in action » JahL, posted by phillybob on April 5, 2001, at 13:23:18
Hi guys, mind if I join the party?
I just titrated up to 75mg last night, taking it 25mg per titration and staying on each dose for one week. It was the night from hell.
30 min. after my dose, I got dizzy, like I was drunk. My husband was already asleep and I maneuvered my way to the bedroom to lie down. I then got the worst headache I have had in my entire life. I mean, this was unbelievable. Then, my feet and head started itching like crazy. I did not sleep one minute all night. Whew! The next afternoon (yesterday), I experienced flushing in my face and a mild rash on my legs.
Believe or not, I am going to continue and try taking it in the a.m. for two more days. If the adverse reaction persists, I throw in the towel. If not, I'm hanging in there to get to the therapeutic range and see if it helps my condition. I am Bipolar with rapid cycling and mixed states. Of course, I told my doctor about all this and will keep in touch with her if anything worsens.
I took my first a.m. dose three hours ago. I was holding my breath to see what would happen. Fortunately, only a moderate headache and flushing on my face. It looks like I've been out in the sun.
Oh, BTW, I am on 600mg Trileptal in the a.m., 1200 p.m., 40mg Geodon a.m. and p.m. as well
I'll keep you posted and be anxious also to see your progress.
Karen
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