Trileptal and Insomnia: What Users Say

• Ewo...
• June 5, 2013

For Bipolar Disorder "I have just begun Trileptal as a treatment for Bipolar I. I was previously on Seroquel 150 and was unable to function at all within 45 minutes of taking it. I experience rapid cycling and more manic episodes than depressive ones, so the Seroquel helped me sleep. However, I noticed weight gain almost immediately and immense hunger - almost ravenous. When it would wear off, I was extremely hostile and agitated. The side effects seemed to outweigh the benefits. So far Trileptal has left me with no side effects except for a slight headache, and I have smoothly transitioned out of my manic episode. I feel like I may need a sleep aid, however, still experiencing a bit of insomnia. I can only hope the success continues!"

• Anonymous
• August 21, 2011

For Anxiety "Completely messed up my stomach - constipated, nauseated, vomiting, rectal bleeding. Agitation, sleep problems, and muscle discomfort (restless leg syndrome) upon discontinuation of medication. I also believe the increased agitation and abdominal discomfort led to an increase in my blood pressure."

• DWS...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 21, 2014

"Thank you, 'Drugs.com,' for your list of severe side effects. I was able to explain to my Dr. why all these side effects that occurred within three weeks were the result of Trileptal. High fever, kidney infection with blood in the urine, extremely high PSA (from 0.5 to 13.3), elevated liver labs, positive/reactive for hepatitis B (after several labs, it was confirmed that it was negative), insomnia, total fatigue, etc. And the list continues, again, this all happened within three weeks. After two rounds of antibiotics (PSA dropped down to 2.5), X-rays, cat scans, and bladder/kidney tests confirmed that there was nothing wrong with my prostate, kidney, or liver. Even after my experience, I'm happy so many of you have wonderful results! Good luck to all."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 1, 2022

For Epilepsy "I have been taking Trileptal for nocturnal seizures since I was young, and aside from a few instances of breakthrough seizures believed to be caused by sleep deprivation or my levels being off due to weight gain, this drug has completely controlled my seizures."