Drug List Book

Lamictal
(Lamotrigine)
la-MOE-tri-jeen
Classification: Antiepileptic
IFU: Seizure, bipolar, migraine
Action: Inhibits voltage-sensitive
sodium channels, leading to
stabilization of neuronal
membranes.
Dosage: 25 mg
Route: P.O.
Adverse Reaction: blurred vision,
changes in vision, clumsiness or
unsteadiness, double vision, poor
coordination, skin rash
Interactions: Propoxyphene: May
increase side effects such as
dizziness, drowsiness, confusion,
and difficulty concentrating.
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