Comparing Lamotrigine vs Depakote
Lamotrigine |
Depakotedivalproex sodium |
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Lamotrigine is used to decrease the frequency and severity of seizures in some types of epilepsy and also to stabilize mood in bipolar disorder. Rarely, lamotrigine may cause a potentially fatal rash... more |
Depakote may be used in the treatment of epilepsy, mania, and to prevent migraines; however, people taking Depakote should be monitored for potentially fatal side effects such as liver failure and... more |
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Prescription only |
Prescription only |
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Ratings & ReviewsRecent helpful reviews |
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8.1
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6.3
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Drug Class |
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Side Effects |
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Commonly reported side effects include: ataxia, skin rash, headache, insomnia, and nausea. See the full lamotrigine side effects document. |
Common side effects include: abdominal pain, asthenia, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, and anorexia. See the full Depakote side effects document. |
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Generic Availability |
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Yes (this medicine) |
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Brand Names |
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Lamictal, Lamictal CD, Lamictal ODT, Lamictal XR, and Subvenite | Other divalproex sodium brands include: Depakote ER, and Depakote Sprinkles | ||||||||||||||||
Half LifeThe half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value. |
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25.7 hours |
16 hours |
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CSA ScheduleView glossary of terms. |
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N
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
N
Not a controlled drug
Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
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Pregnancy Category |
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C
Category C
Risk cannot be ruled out
See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
D
Category D
Positive evidence of risk
When Treating Epilepsy And Manic Episodes Associated With Bipolar Disorder
X
Category X
Not for use in pregnancy
When Treating Migraine See the full Pregnancy Warnings document. |
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FDA Alerts |
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Drug Interactions |
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A total of 611 drugs are known to interact with lamotrigine:
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A total of 743 drugs are known to interact with Depakote:
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Disease Interactions |
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First Approval Date |
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December 27, 1994 |
March 10, 1983 |
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WADA ClassView World Anti-Doping Agency classifications. |
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N/A |
N/A |
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More Information |
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Consumer Resources |
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Professional Resources |
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Related Treatment Guide |
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For Bipolar Disorder After being on 900mg a day of quitiapine and gaining 8 stone in weight, I knew something wasn't right. Yes I was stable but I was also numb and lack lustre. Tried a few other meds but none agreed until lamotrigine appeared. Hallelujah!! 5 stone weight loss over 4 months without dieting and I felt like me again for the first time in 8yrs. Took a while to get correct dosage as it was originally too high and made me vomit. I still have major down times but they only last days instead of months. Mostly I am energetic and full of life but not to the point of hypomania. My outlook on life is far more positive and I am more responsible and far less chaotic. I also take small doses of pregabalin and respiridone.