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GlossaryLamotrigine (Lamictal)

medication used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder

Lamotrigine, also known by the brand name Lamictal, is a medication primarily used to treat epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It works by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain and is effective in reducing the frequency and severity of seizures and mood swings.

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The Prevalence and Management of Side Effects of Lithium and Anticonvulsants as Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorder from a Clinical Perspective

research The Prevalence and Management of Side Effects of Lithium and Anticonvulsants as Mood Stabilizers in Bipolar Disorder from a Clinical Perspective

65 citations, July 2013 in “International Clinical Psychopharmacology”

Mood stabilizers like lithium and anticonvulsants have side effects that can lead to patients stopping their medication, and managing these effects is important for treatment adherence.

research How Should You Use the Lab to Monitor Patients Taking a Mood Stabilizer

1 citations, July 2014 in “Current psychiatry”

Patients on mood stabilizers need regular health checks, but many aren't monitored properly.

research Hair Loss as a Side Effect of Lamotrigine Treatment

1 citations, July 2006 in “American Journal of Psychiatry”

Lamotrigine can cause hair loss.

research Lareb Provides Update on Lamotrigine-Associated Alopecia

July 2015 in “Reactions weekly”

Lamotrigine can cause hair loss in some patients.

research Summary of Findings on Psychotropic Medications

December 2006 in “The Brown University Psychopharmacology Update”

Second-generation antipsychotics offer no significant benefit over first-generation ones for schizophrenia.

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