Posted by JahL on March 9, 2001, at 19:59:34
In reply to Re: treatment resistant depression, posted by sweetmarie on March 9, 2001, at 17:32:20
> I would like to really thank all that have replied to my post. It certainly seems that I am NOT the freak I thought I was. I am encouraged by what I have heard re. Lamotragine (although I have developed quite a noticeable rash on my arms, which is stated as a possible side effect of this medication, so I`m assuming that the Lamotragine is the cause; I`m not sure what to do about this - any ideas? has anyone else experienced this?). Anyway, I`ll have to wait and see ...Like phillybob says, the rash is cause for concern. The Lamotrigine PDF says to discontinue Lamot. immediately upon appearance of a rash. CamW, Sunnely et al can better explain, but there are potenially serious implications here, not least of which is the the potentially fatal Stevens-Johnson (sp?) Syndrome. The PDF warns that rashes *could* result in permanent skin blemishes.
Don't freak out, but keep an eye on the rash & speak to someone knowlegable about Lamotrigine specifically ASAP. Plenty of people have continued to take Lamot. only for the rash 2 disappear w/o trace, but you *must* get it checked out (IMO).
Good Luck,
J.
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