Posted by BetweenDreams81 on January 18, 2011, at 18:02:50
In reply to Re: Generic Lamictal (lamotrigine) experiences?, posted by bleauberry on January 18, 2011, at 17:43:51
Thank you bleauberry for sharing your experience...I feel the same way about staying with the brand Lamictal after reading so many stories...at least to know whether it is the right thing or not...and hopefully I really do qualify for the GSK Bridges to Access program which would provide me with their brand name meds.
Now about Xanax (should mention, it is generic)
How long does one normally feel its effects? I am currently taking 0.25 mg 2x/day. I definitely notice it when it kicks in...I get uber drowsy for about 30 min, and then I'm fine...for 3-4 hours in a stressful situation or if I am particularly low or negative...longer, about 6-8 hours if I'm not stressed out to begin with. When I feel it "stop" working I automatically have a feeling like there is a hampster wheel of negative thoughts/feelings and anxiety running through my head. Sometimes, I can feel my heart rate increase...again, 30 min after I take the xanax, it's gone again.
Now I can see why this can become habit forming. I have never had an "addictive" personality so I don't 'think' I'm feeling addicted to it?? Is this an indication that I am still adjusting to it? Does this sound like it needs to be increased or XR formula? Or??? Just noticing and wondering...I want to be careful and responsible with this drug. I have e-mailed pdoc about it.
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