Posted by Emme on April 3, 2002, at 10:40:09
In reply to Re: Lamotrigine Rash Warning, posted by Janelle on April 3, 2002, at 1:29:45
Hi folks,
Yeah, the rash issue must be taken seriously and if you get a minor rash you have to weigh the risks against the benefits. For anyone who hasn't seen me post my experience (I know I've been a bit redundant on this - sorry folks), a rechallenge after a minor rash is possible. I had two small, smooth, brief rashes with Lamictal the first time I tried it and stopped taking it. (I ran to a dermatologist with one of the rashes.) My doctor and I were nervous about it. But it had helped me more than anything else we'd tried. She consulted a neurologist with extensive experience with Lamictal and he recommended giving it another shot. The second time I titrated at 5 to 7.5 mg/week (5 mg tabs as mentioned above). Agonizingly slow, but I think it was worth the painful wait to get to a therapeutic dosage.Emme
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