Posted by Dr. Kramer on April 2, 2002, at 12:21:52
In reply to Kramer - Lamictal and pregnancy?, posted by Cindy Lou on April 2, 2002, at 6:55:48
> Hi Dr.Kramer,
> Thanks for the time you are spending with us! It is very valuable ...
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> I am currently taking 80 mg of Lamictal -- I am very med sensitive and need to take small doses of meds, although I am trying to increase it. I also take a small amount of Klonapin at night (1/4 to 1/2 of a .25 mg tablet), and about 2.5 mg of Prozac every few days -- sounds crazy, I know, but I can't tolerate any more than that!
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> My main question is, can I still take these meds while pregnant? My husband and I hope to have another baby ... I had very bad post-partum depression/anxiety after my first. I also have long-term chronic depression (and have recently been re-diagnosed as BPII). I am doing just okay .. but keeping my head above water.
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> I have tried every med out there except for MAOIs and other mood stabilizers.
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> I had a miscarriage while on Zoloft + Wellbutrin, and I am scared to stay on meds, but also scared to get off of them.
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> Thanks in advance for your help!
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> cindySome women find pregnancy protective for their mood disorders, others get depressed. The general rule is to take as little medication as possible. You need to get with your doc and plan carefully before trying.
As far as Lamictal goes, it's Category C -
Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Klonopin is worse than Prozac for pregnancy. You get the idea.
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