This is kind of a PSA to everyone: BE AWARE OF YOUR MEDICATIONS.
- Know what you're taking
- Know how much of what you are taking
- Know why you are taking the medication
- Know all of the effects of your medication
- Know any foods or drinks not to take while you are on your medication
- Be aware of any changes when starting your medication
- Be aware if your medications are likely to react with any of your other medications.

Why do I say this? Because 3 weeks ago, my BPD was completely under control. Then my doctors made some dramatic changes, and added some new stuff to the mix. All of a sudden, I was taking 12 pills and I wasn't sure why, or what for, or how much. Two of these medications could have potentially killed me because they both affect blood pressure.

But the worst part was that my BPD got WAYY out of control. To the point where therapy wasn't even effective. Then I got way more aggressive than I had ever gotten, and I learned this was a side effect of one of my medications.

This 12 pill concoction cost me my best friend. And almost cost me my graduation. It cost me time wasted, money wasted, and I lost a lot of people who were really important to me. And this could have been prevented if I had chosen to be more aware of what I was taking, why, and the risks of what I was taking.

I feel much better now. But I still have experienced great loss from this. Please, everyone. Be aware of your medication.
Love,
BelleCat

PS. If you are taking Lamictal, and you are beginning to feel more angry, and become more aggressive towards people, tell your doctor right away. Aggression is a pretty serious side effect, according to my Pharmacist and from what I've experienced.