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Lamictal Oral

Precautions and Side Effects

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Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

  • easy bruising/bleeding
  • black/bloody stools
  • vomit that looks like coffee grounds
  • unusual tiredness
  • signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
  • muscle pain/tenderness
  • muscle weakness
  • dark/bloody urine
  • change in the amount of urine
  • yellowing of eyes/skin


Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

  • chest pain
  • slurred speech
  • weakness on one side of the body


A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. (See also Warning section.) Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction may include:

  • rash
  • fever
  • itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
  • severe dizziness
  • trouble breathing


This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. In the US, you may report side effects to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) at 1-800-FDA-1088.

In Canada, you may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.

Lamictal Oral Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854- 1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

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