Has anyone experienced auras whilst increasing epilepsy medication?

[Monkey_1495]

I'm currently switching from topiramate to lamotrigine, but as I increase lamotrigine I'm getting these auras. I've had two so far one on 25mg daily and one on 50mg. Does anyone have any clues as to what it may, and what can be done?

[Wintersbite]

Hi I've been on both the medications you have mentioned only difference is I changed from lamotrigine over to topiramate after a few years of having the two as a combination also my aura's have never worked as they should lol but yes I have found that when the doctor messes with my medication my aura's seem to go mad I think it's because aura's are ment to be the warning signs that they are just letting you know that something is off and to be safe just incase you might have a seizure and hopefully that you know what could be the reason for this as you have said a change in medication is giving you aura warnings and has made you think right away could this messing around cause one that's probably all the aura warnings want you to know. If you think about it your body is out of balance at the moment so until it settles down with the new meds your aura's are going to warn you that something is not quite right and to be ready for the worst hopefully it will go away soon with no problems but you can tell your doctor about every time they messed with the meds it caused aura's so thay know how bad you get affected.

When I was put onto topimax I was actually admitted to hospital for a year but it was a special type of hospital for people with nerological problems so that they could see and counter my issues with medication change. This could be something that the doctor might do for you if you have so much trouble with your medication change as long as you keep them informed about everything.

I hope this helps you out and good luck

[EpilepsyAction1 Partner Epilepsy Action]

Hi

Thank you for your message. I’m glad to see you have heard from other people on this platform.

If you haven’t already, it may be a good idea to speak to your epilepsy specialist, epilepsy nurse (if you have one) or your GP about the auras you’ve been having since starting the lamotrigine. This is so that they can review how the change in medication is affecting you and make sure that your treatment plan is the best one for you.

Regards

Jess

Epilepsy Action Helpline Team

[Monkey_1495 in reply to EpilepsyAction1]

Well I had a partial seizure in the end so I think that would be beneficial, thanks

[Monkey_1495 in reply to Monkey_1495]

*Just a quick update*

My neurologist told me to continue on lamotrigine regardless . He's a specialist in epilepsy mind you so I believe him.