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Has anyone experienced ‘Lamictal rash’ when starting this medication? I’ve never had a reaction to anything but I woke up with an itchy rash on my arms and legs. Apparently it’s a common side effect 😓

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Hi. It's best to call your Dr as the rash can be serious. Not wanting to scare you, but Google it.

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onwardnotupward in reply to FindingTheAnswers

I googled it when I noticed it after it woke me up this morning. I don't believe I'm in danger as I have no other symptoms. This rash is the most common side effect and I didn't read up on it before taking it so that's my fault. I was just looking for others who might've had a similar experience. I'm glad I've only been this for about 2 weeks because I'm definitely stopping it

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Dolphin14 in reply to onwardnotupward

Even if you stop. Please call the md and report

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b1b1b1 in reply to FindingTheAnswers

I agree. Call the doctor. If you can't reach him call the druggist.

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Blueruth

Not actually common but famous ;). Call your doctor

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Dolphin14

Call the md... you need to talk about this. A lamictal rash can be something that your doctor may want to discontinue Med.

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onwardnotupward

Thank you all so much for your help! My doctor just recommended antihistamine. The rash is cleared up now. No more 50 mg of Lamictal for me 😅

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Dolphin14 in reply to onwardnotupward

The md took you off the Med? I'm glad the rash is gone. A lamictal rash can be very serious.

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onwardnotupward in reply to Dolphin14

Yes she did. The rash subsided but I definitely thought the worst and it was very stressful! I ended up being manic for a few days after stopping it :(

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