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37 patient evaluations for Lamotrigine taken for the purpose of 'Epilepsy'

Purpose: Epilepsy (Started Jan 26, 1986)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Dec 29, 2011 300 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Date
Dec 29, 2011
Advice & Tips
I take this drug for seizure control, but it also eliminates my ability to have an erection for sex. It detects the arousal and quickly calms it down. It also affects my moods...when others laugh at something, I don't get the joke, or when someone in the family dies, everyone's in tears except me. My doctor said his job was to control the seizures.
Cost
< $25 monthly
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Purposes: Seizures (complex partial) and Epilepsy (Started Jul 07, 2006)
Date Dosage Seizures (complex partial) Perceived effectiveness Epilepsy Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Dec 25, 2011 250 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Jun 08, 2011 200 mg Daily Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_defaultModerate MildMildMildMildMild UsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsually A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Jul 24, 2010 200 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Jul 05, 2010 200 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major MildMildMildMildMild AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Side effects:
Dizziness, Neurological fatigue, Sex drive (libido) decreased, Waking up feeling like you never slept, tired, nonchalant attitude.
Date
Dec 25, 2011
Advice & Tips
This is the generic version. I find it to be just as effective. To prevent side effects (dizziness,fatigue) I will take half the dosage in the morning and the the other half at night after dinner.
Cost
< $25 monthly
Date
Jun 08, 2011
Advice & Tips
I remember taking my medicine in the morning with breakfast and together with my vitamins. My doctor advised taking it at night but I will tend to forget because I tend to be too tired to think about it. I now take one in the morning and one at night. Taking them together can make me dizzy sometimes.
Date
Jul 05, 2010
Advice & Tips
Lamotrigine has proven to be the most effective medication for me. On the downside, I believe it has affected my memory slightly as well as my libido. Since starting my new dosage at the beginning of July I was advised to take my medication before going to bed. I can forget to take the medication (happened twice this month). This has also caused me to wake up dizzy or feeling clumsy in the morning. For over ten years I have been without a drivers license. My doctor felt it was safe for me to be driving after I had a serious car accident. Needless to say this has affected my social life. He also told me that I should consider changing my career.( I worked as a chef). I went back to school and began studying computer technology. I use public transportation that is paid for by Metro-Dade County however the service is limited in the area where I live. I walk and ride a bicycle a lot but this can be difficult when running errands an doing groceries; I can only carry so much.
Cost
< $25 monthly
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started Mar 01, 1998)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Sep 28, 2011 200 mg Daily Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_defaultModerate ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate UsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsually SomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhat
Feb 09, 2011 200 mg Daily Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_defaultModerate ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Dec 27, 2010 200 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major MildMildMildMildMild UsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsuallyUsually A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Side effects:
Hyperactivity
Date
Sep 28, 2011
Advice & Tips
If you take lamotrogine, you have to be consistent. Missed doses can create side effect issues as well as re-start issues if you miss too many doses.
Cost
< $25 monthly
Date
Feb 09, 2011
Advice & Tips
In order to remember my meds, I set an alarm on my phone to remind me. Lamictal also aids me in regulating mood swings. Once my doctor made the incread to 700mg per day I started having trouble with hyperactivity that has not gone away during the 6 weeks since the increase.
Cost
< $25 monthly
Date
Dec 27, 2010
Advice & Tips
Taking the lamotrogine on a regular basis can also smooth any undulating mood swings.
Cost
< $25 monthly
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started May 14, 2010)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
May 02, 2011 800 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major NoneNoneNoneNoneNone AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Dec 01, 2010 800 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major NoneNoneNoneNoneNone AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Oct 25, 2010 800 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Sep 27, 2010 800 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Sep 26, 2010 800 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major NoneNoneNoneNoneNone AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Date
May 02, 2011
Advice & Tips
I manage my pill taking with a pill box which contains the appropriate dosage for each medicine in the morning and in the evening for each day. This cerifies and verifies I have taken the appropraite dosage of each medicine.
Cost
< $25 monthly
Date
Dec 01, 2010
Advice & Tips
I use a daily, a.m. and p.m., pill box. I feel it has eliminated the auras which have preceeded seizures previously. The only issue I have encountered is forgetting to take my proper dosage due to another issue I have.
Cost
< $25 monthly
Date
Oct 25, 2010
Advice & Tips
I keep a weekly pill box for all of my medications. The pill box has slots for AM and PM. I take my seizure medication twice a day.
Cost
< $25 monthly
Date
Sep 26, 2010
Advice & Tips
I was on Lamictal b/4 Lamictal XR. The XR seems to have a more reliable effect.
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started Jan 22, 2007)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
May 02, 2011 100 mg Daily Led_efficacy_1Led_defaultLed_defaultLed_defaultNone SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started May 01, 2008)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Feb 12, 2011 400 mg Daily Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_defaultModerate ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways A littleA littleA littleA littleA little
Side effects:
Anorexia (appetite loss)
Date
Feb 12, 2011
Advice & Tips
I experienced rapid weight loss do to decreased appetite. Which makes it hard for me to eat. Thats the only real problem i have with it. I have been on keppra, triliptol, and tegretol. So far this has been worked the best for me.
Cost
< $25 monthly
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started Jun 05, 2010)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Feb 01, 2011 400 mg Daily Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_efficacy_3Led_defaultModerate SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Date
Feb 01, 2011
Advice & Tips
I enjoy running outside/inside. Outside I fear might injury another person because my equilibrium is a bit off. However, it should equal out with vimpat and lyrica. That is why my daily life is off.
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  • Rocko
    Data Quality: 1 star
    • Sex: M
    • Age: 57y
    • Duration: 30 yrs
    PRO survey: PRO 3
    Quality of Life:
    • Mental: Moderate
    • Physical: Mild
    5 seizures
    122 weeks ago
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started Jan 01, 2010)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Jan 20, 2011 300 mg Daily Led_efficacy_2Led_efficacy_2Led_defaultLed_defaultSlight SevereSevereSevereSevereSevere AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways SomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhatSomewhat
Side effects:
Headaches in morning, Loss of short term memory, Diarrhea, Ringing in ears (tinnitus)
Date
Jan 20, 2011
Advice & Tips
the stomach issue cramps,and very bad diarea. I am getting monatary help they are sent to me in the mail
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started Mar 03, 2005)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Jan 16, 2011 600 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major NoneNoneNoneNoneNone AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Date
Jan 16, 2011
Advice & Tips
Lamictal is also a great mood stabilizer.
Cost
< $25 monthly
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Purpose: Epilepsy (Started Jul 19, 2010)
Date Dosage Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Jan 06, 2011 200 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Oct 01, 2010 100 mg Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Major ModerateModerateModerateModerateModerate AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Side effects:
Muscle spasms, Dry tongue, Headaches all day, Double vision (diplopia), Diarrhea, Loss of fine motor skills, Dry hair, Hair loss, Unintentional weight loss, Thirst, Dry mouth (xerostomia), Headaches, Insomnia, Dry mouth (xerostomia)
Date
Jan 06, 2011
Advice & Tips
Seems to decrease cognitive side effects from the Topamax, does not cause major drowsiness like other AEDs I have tried, only need to take once per day.
Cost
$50-99 monthly
Date
Oct 01, 2010
Advice & Tips
An unexpected benefit of Lamictal XR is that it has helped counteract some of the moodiness that the Keppra had induced in me. Lamictal XR has been an okay drug thus far, the main issues I have with it are major body aches and the occasional headache.
Cost
$50-99 monthly
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