Posted by JohnX on October 11, 2001, at 16:37:25
In reply to LAMICTAL QUESTION-Itching Skin, posted by Mr. Scott on October 10, 2001, at 22:56:30
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> I have been taking Lamictal for 5 days. I have recently been diagnosed as bipolar 2. My skin is itching all over. Should I be concerned about this? I left a message for my doctor and he hasn't called back. Just worrying about the rash thing.
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> ScottI had to discontinue lamictal the 1st time due
to dermatitis and rash. On my 2nd trial I dosed
the sucker really slow and I even went all out
paranoia rubbing my entire body with anti-psoriasis
shampoo. I don't know if the anti-itching/dandruff stuff
helped, but perhaps it would.
I didn't get the dermatitis or rash but
it took me 2 months to get to a strong dose.
As long as you don't see a big 'ol rash you
can try lowering the dose or waiting it out.
Anyways good to check with your doc.-john
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