Posted by Ritch on June 4, 2003, at 9:35:22
In reply to Re: Lamictal Experiences, posted by maryhelen on June 4, 2003, at 7:23:16
> I posted on June 1st and felt great. Yesterday, I could feel my mood slipping.
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> A situation with speaking with my boss is imperative to me, not because I am getting fired, but she had slandered me when I was away. I have to feel in top mental condition to be able to do this effectively,and I was.
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> I am on Parnate 90 mg and 100 mg. Lamitcal. I tried reaching my pdoc to see if I should tirate another 25 mg, but can't wait, so I am today. I do understand that it may take him a bit to get back to me with hospitals closing in Toronto.
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> Do you think this is okay? Do I take the extra dose in the morning, as I have done?
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> Any help would be appreciated.
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> maryhelenMaryhelen, the only titration schedule I've seen is at: http://www.psycheducation.org/depression/meds/lamotrigine.htm
They are using 1/2 of 25mg pills per week to titrate up to 100mg. Beyond that I don't know what is acceptable. Maybe you can talk to a nurse at your doctor's office or a colleague. You don't want to get the rash.
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