Posted by Hattree on September 5, 2001, at 9:48:43
In reply to Lamictal - Update and Thanks, posted by Miriamne on September 4, 2001, at 19:16:09
Glad to hear you're doing well. How much Lamictal are you taking?
> At the end of August, I was just beginning to take Lamictal, having tried many SSRIs and a few added drugs like Wellbutrin, etc. I was in one of the worst depressions I can remember (diagnosed Bipolar II). I posted some questions here and received a lot of good advice, helpful stories of others' experiences, and moral support.
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> I just want to thank everyone who responded to my posting, and let you all know I am feeling much better on Lamictal. I was a little worried over the possible side effects (especially the infamous rash), but my pdoc increased the dose very gradully and I've been fine. It was hard waiting the 3 -4 weeks to feel better, esp. not knowing if this would be "the" drug for me, but now I'm glad I stuck it out.
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> There are no sexual side effects -- a big problem previously on the SSRIs -- and I feel so much more stable. The best thing is, I can still FEEL things, without having the feelings get out of control either way, i.e, I don't become agitated and I don't get depressed; I just experience emotions but don't get incapacitated by them. This is a great gift, since even the best SSRIs made me feel a little artificial.
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> The only things I would even guess are side effects are tiredness, some muscle weakness which I notice when I exercise, and a tendency to cry more when I do feel something deeply, happy or sad. But I've always turned on the waterworks pretty easily, so I don't know if I can blame that on the meds!
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> Thanks, many thanks to all who helped me via this bulletin board... I will keep checking in, in case I need more info, or in case I can be of help to someone else.
> Sincerely,
> Miriamne
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