Posted by Ritch on June 13, 2003, at 23:07:13
In reply to Reply to Ron Hill and Ritch--Colin Wallace??, posted by fluffy on June 13, 2003, at 11:45:37
>I think because Tegretol was at such a low dose that it was doing *nothing* and essentially they had a clean slate to try something else on me. Also, because I was having a depressive phase that wouldn't lift. I joined in a study that randomly chose Lithium or Lamictal for BPII patients who are currently
depressed. I fit that bill perfectly. I got the Lamictal--I'm in the 11th week of the study. Free appointments, free meds, and the option to drop out if things get worse. I'm a professional guinea pig!
>I'm currently on 200mg. No rash, except for the beginning--I had a flaky eczema type rash and tingly fingers and toes. Since I'm in a study, the normal clinical practices are rigid--the point of the study is to get up to a dose of at least 200mg. They may raise me still. After the study, I may add other stuff.>Hope this answered your questions! Please reply back with any other input/opinions/suggestions.
>Thanks!
Katy
Interesting info Katy. So, are you *only* on Lamictal-no other meds? I just wonder since you are in the study whether or not they would permit any other medications. You mentioned having problems with panic in the past-does the Lamictal seem to help with that in any way? Thanks for anymore info...
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