[aml59]

Hello all

I'm newly diagnosed Bi-Polar.

I was put on a low dosage (25mg) of Lamotrigine a few weeks ago and told to step up to 50 mg (25 am/25 pm) after 15 days - I'm being slowly stepped up to my ultimate dosage. I also take Buproprion 200mg and 1 mg of Xanax.

Since I started the Lamotrigine, I've been having major issues getting comfortable in bed and getting to sleep. I become restless, uncomfortable, toss and turn continuously.

Is this a normal side effect and if so, will it stop once I reach my target dosage, or should I be asking my pdoc for a sleeping pill?

Thanks!

[Curiosity77]

I haven't heard of that as a side effect to lamotrigine. I'm on it and i have no side effects, and usually people tolerate it well. I looked it up, and insomnia is a possible side effect, so it might be the problem for you.

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[crazycatlady_83]

I was taking 300mg of Lamictal for a few years, and there were some nights where I would feel restless and unable to fall asleep. I never attributed it to that med, but I haven't had that problem since I decreased. I also have an easier time falling asleep. I was trying different sleeping pills that would be helpful for me, and Lunesta worked the best for me, as long as I got past the terrible taste it left in my mouth.

[Marshellette]

Insomnia is listed as an FDA side effect of Lamictal. As each individual has diff. chemistry anything is possible. This is listed as a side effect in 20 percent of people and happened to me. It is because Lamictal is a mood stabilizer and also an antidepressant for bipolar people and the antidepressant qualities of the pill may agitate some.