Posted by chloe on June 3, 2001, at 18:24:42
In reply to Re: Lamictal -- PLEASE PLEASE advise » petter, posted by Cam W. on June 3, 2001, at 16:25:45
Cam,
I started Lamictal 12.5 last Saturday for uncontrolled rapid cycling. I felt ok the first day, but the second day I was totally slugged out with a terrible headache that nothing helped.I know starting this drug slowly is extremely important, and I am very drug sensitive, hence a half a pill every 3-4 days. But I have read on this board that a headache can indicate too large an increase of medication. I have been trying to ask my pdoc if I could take half of a half (if that possible, the pill is already so tiny!), about 6 mgs every other day. My question is will I build up a better blood level this way? It seems like every fourth day, would cause levels to rise and fall alot.
Any insight into how long the half life of this drug is, and how it is absorbed or metabilized would really help.
Your knowledge, and willingness to share is a real asset to this board! I always look forward to reading your posts.Many thanks in advance
poster:chloe
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