Lamictal is the brand name for a drug called lamotrigine, which belongs to the anticonvulsant drug class. Physicians prescribe Lamictal in oral pill form to help control seizures in patients with epilepsy. According to MayoClinic.com, Lamictal can not cure epilepsy, but can help control the seizures for as long as a person continues taking it. Physicians also prescribe Lamictal to treat manic-depressive illness.
Vision Changes
Vision changes are some of the most common side effects of Lamictal, according to Drugs.com. The vision changes can include blurred vision or double vision.
Dizziness
People taking Lamictal often experience dizziness as one of the side effects, according to "Massachusetts General Hospital Handbook of Internal Medicine." The dizziness may also be accompanied by related symptoms such as drowsiness, lack of coordination and headaches.
Abdominal Discomfort
Anticonvulsant medications, such as Lamictal, can cause abdominal discomfort, according to Drugs.com. Abdominal side effects of Lamictal include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and upset stomach. Those symptoms are usually mild in people taking Lamictal.
Insomnia
Lamictal may cause insomnia as one of its side effects. According to Drugs.com, Lamictal can also cause other sleep problems such as unusual or disturbing dreams.
References
- MayoClinic.com: Lamotrigine
- "Massachusetts General Hospital Handbook of Internal Medicine"; Marc Sabatine; 2007
- Drugs.com: Lamictal
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