Lamotrigine for Borderline Personality Disorder User Reviews

• benja...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 30, 2021

"I am a person that never writes reviews, however, if I can help just one person from feeling the way I used to feel—it's beyond worth it. My entire life, I felt different, as if I was experiencing the world entirely different than most everyone else—funny thing is, I actually was. After trying numerous medications for ADHD and severe depression/anxiety, I was finally given the option of Lamictal as a last resort. And let me tell you, after being on it for two months, I haven't been this happy since I was a child. To everyone suffering from BPD or Bipolar disorder, THIS STUFF WORKS! Please give it a try, and you will feel the transformation after a month or two. There IS help, and I pray that each and every one of you likeminded people get the aid you need. Thanks to God, Lamictal, and my doctor for setting me free of the misery that was my life. God bless you all, much love."

• Cam
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 17, 2020

"I was first on Topamax for my borderline personality disorder, which my body didn’t agree with and almost shut my liver down. I got Wellbutrin XL 150mg, which helped but made me super angry. My doctor then added in Lamictal 100mg (starting from the lowest dose and gradually increasing), and it cancelled out the anger the Wellbutrin caused. The two work phenomenally well for me. Like a lot of people on here, they say they felt the effects immediately. I can vouch for that. It put my brain into a zen state and I got my laid-back nature back. Mind you, this only worked for me along with seeing a therapist and working out constantly. Medication helps set the bar, but you gotta do the work to get to where you want to be. I believe in you."

• Warrior
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 31, 2019

"Lamictal has 100% changed my life with borderline personality disorder. I am beyond grateful to finally be able to function like a 'normal' human being. I am not lashing out in anger anymore, I can concentrate, I think before I react, I behave rationally, and I have patience. I had zero ability to control my reactions before Lamictal. This medication literally saved my life. If you do go on this medication, I must warn you that the change is very dramatic and adjusting to 'normal' is very foreign and scary for a while - especially if you have been 'this way' for a long time. Therapy is an absolute must. Talking through your problems, past and present, learning new coping skills, and just having that support will help tremendously. I know you probably feel like it’s impossible to change because it’s all you know, I get it, but life can be good. No matter how many other meds didn’t work, Lamictal might be the answer to your prayers."

• Dano
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 8, 2021

"Requested to try this med to my prescriber based on my own research and knowledge of the positive reviews from those taking it for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). I must say that although I was not expecting it to help me this much, and I never wrote reviews for anything... I want to help others know how incredibly life-changing lamotrigine could be for you like it is for me! I feel so normal! Never did I think I would feel this great. I want everyone to feel this relief. I can control my negative emotions now!! If you are on the fence about it, I say go for it!"

• Calm...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 9, 2019

"I consider Lamictal to be my miracle drug for borderline personality disorder. It has significantly turned my life around for the better. I'm currently about to have my dose increased to 200mg a day (was 100mg previously), but I already feel more 'normal'. I feel like I'm close to becoming the person I'm meant to be, my true self. I had felt blinded, hanging onto the words of loved ones, doing harmful things on impulse, pushing others away. I felt like I was looking at the world through a distorted lens. I'm learning how to be at peace with myself and others thanks to Lamictal. I love it, can't recommend it enough. I hope I'm not the only one with BPD who takes this. :-)"

• AJNYC
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 27, 2019

"First suicide attempt at 8 years old. Lows, highs, fear of abandonment and rejection. In and out of therapy since age 16. Been misdiagnosed with major depressive disorder. Prescribed Lexapro, Effexor, Cymbalta, Zoloft and none of them worked. I felt like a failure because the meds wouldn't work. 3 years ago (2016), I walked into a hospital and said I need help, please. I was given a psychiatrist and social worker team from the GODS of heaven. I was FINALLY diagnosed properly and put on Lamictal. Been on 50mg since Aug 2016. Today June 27, 2019 it was increased to 75mg. Lamictal and my mental health team SAVED MY LIFE!!! I do not take any other mental health medication other than Lamictal."

• Corbs
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 25, 2020

"Ok, so when I first started taking this medication, Lamotrigine, for borderline personality disorder, I felt really dizzy, slightly sedated, and had nausea. I read a lot of other people's reviews saying if you can push past this initial stage, your body will adjust to it, and what do you know, it took about six days to get over the initial side effects from lamotrigine. I feel WAY more balanced out. I am not overthinking, and the things that used to worry me or give me anxiety no longer do. I don't hold on to the negative obsessive thoughts like I used to. If something upsets me, I am able to take a step back and look at the whole picture without blowing up. I realize it takes 6 weeks to reach full potential, but oh my wow, I must say I see and feel a difference within myself. I am going to keep taking this medication, as I can see its potential to change my life, the way I feel about myself, the way I feel and interact with others, and my whole outlook on things in general. I am starting to feel normal, and I haven't felt like that in a while."

• Walt
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 1, 2020

"I suffer from BPD (borderline personality disorder) and severe anxiety disorder. I've been through 5-6 different medications and many combinations to help better my situation and haven't had much success. I am 3/4 of the way through a gradual increase in dosage of Lamotrigine, and I'm taking 75mg currently. I hate to use the word 'miracle drug,' but what this drug has done for me in the 5 weeks I have been on it is outstanding. After the first 25mg dose expired, I began taking 50mg, and it was almost like a switch was turned on in my head. I am up at a good time and became productive, which is a good change from sitting in bed for 16 hours replaying terrible scenarios over and over in my head. I've begun dieting and exercising, and my thoughts of impending doom and mood disorder symptoms have been much less than normal. I'm finally living life, and my relationships are getting better with less severe mood swings. I'm genuinely looking forward to increasing my dose when I see my psychiatrist next."

• MS2502
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 25, 2024

"Lamotrigine has been a game changer for me. After pretty severe abuse in 2017, I was left with constant anxiety and CPTSD. I never took meds until this year when a second event of abuse by a different person left me suffering with BPD symptoms. This whole past year I struggled with intense paranoia around people’s intentions, people’s actions/thoughts, rejection sensitivity, splitting, and negativity. I started taking Lamictal on March 2, 2024, and started on the lowest dose as I also developed SEVERE depression by the BPD and trauma I had developed. Like I wanted to die. And my mind would not stop playing awful scenarios in my head, constantly looping my past and past mistakes in my mind. Ever since starting Lamictal, my thoughts have quieted down. My psychosis-like paranoia and delusions around other people are gone. (I have delusions of people out to get me; in turn, they make me really angry and nasty). If you are considering this, give it a go. Live, laugh, Lamictal!"

• Alice
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 20, 2018

"This med saved my life. I’m on Lexapro for depression/anxiety, Adderall for ADHD, and Wellbutrin XL for depression. But my main problem was my borderline personality disorder. I was insane. Crazy. A monster. Now I can’t even fathom my old self. I would be dead if it wasn’t for this medicine. It’s the only thing that quieted the voices."

• Mbl
• November 13, 2017

"This drug has probably saved my life. I feel as though the cloud has moved from my eyes and I'm finally myself again, if not better. I'm in great moods often versus just making it day to day. After trying antidepressants and other things, I can absolutely say this has been the best thing I've ever come across for actually helping my triggers and anger. I'd like to know what it actually does scientifically, but it feels like it almost gives me time to think before snapping. I'm still not 100%, but even my partner, friends, and work have noticed a difference in myself. I'm proud of myself for not giving up on myself, glad I never went through with some very disturbing thoughts. I'm lucky to be here and very excited about my future. Best of luck."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 7, 2020

"I started taking lamotrigine 2 days ago. I know that not much time has passed since I stared taking it, but I almost immediately felt its effects on me. I came back on Earth, I have just came back to "normality". At first, it was strange. I mean I missed my previous highs, but I know that "normality" is the way to making good decisions. I feel more stable and I am more aware that I am not alone, but there are many of my family members and friends who love me. I think it must be a great medicine, and I continue taking it with hope. :-) I really wish all the best to everyone."

• Anonymous
• October 21, 2017

"No longer horrified to make eye contact. No longer worried people are judging me.. No longer bitter. I'm happy and back to me for the first time in 10+ years. This has literally changed my life. All the new experiences and social interactions I'm having are positive - a lot of great CBT going on over here !!! :)"

• Geb
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 19, 2020

"I’ve been taking Lamotrigine for roughly 15 years now. I started when I was a teenager and now I’m into my 30’s. I take it for mood stabilization. Over the years my dosage had been adjusted for a variety of things, but the last 9 years my dosage has stayed at 200mg. This medication is a lifesaver. I went through several psychiatric emergencies, tried several different medications, but Lamotrigine ended up being what works for me. There are some serious side effects, some more tolerable than others. But overall a great medication."

• Indigo
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 25, 2018

"Been on lamotrigine for 2 months and have slowly worked my way up to 200mg. Combined with Prozac (fluoxetine) which I also slowly worked my way up to 50mg. It is saving me in so many ways. No more extreme lows, impulsiveness, I think before I act, anger has subsided, anxiety is slowly creeping away, no suicidal thoughts, no crying at nothing, not up and down like a yoyo throughout the day. I have been on every medication for BPD and my panic disorder/ anxiety. This is the only one that has worked with no weight gain. Initial sleepiness, slight nausea and diarrhea as side effects. But it subsides If you push through. Thank goodness for this mood stabilising medication."

• Diagn...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 4, 2017

"This medication is amazing. I started at 5mg and am on 150mg now. It's changed my life tremendously. I also haven't gained any weight from it. (I was originally on Zyprexa and had gained 50 pounds) In fact, Lamictal has helped me lose weight and stabilize my weight. I love this medication so much because life is 1000x more manageable and I never knew I could feel this way. I was so close to ending my life and this medication saved me along with learning DBT skills. However, it was really uncomfortable until I got stabilized on the 150mg. Going up to 200mg also made me too numb. I recommend this medication most definitely as someone who has gone through the awful trial and error of testing medications."

• bob
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 14, 2018

"Much less anxiety and agitation. Much less impulsivity. Much more stable relationships, feels like I've got thicker skin now! Blunts depression but does not take it away completely, need to add antidepressants to take it away completely. Does not remove obsessive/intrusive thoughts but helps me manage them much better. Had some side effects first few months, like having trouble with how to spell (Weird right?) and forgetting words but those abated. Now at 200mg I sometimes have problems focusing my eyes but it is totally worth it, I can work and function! 10/10!"

• lyss
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 23, 2023

"I (F 25) started my mental health journey 3 years ago. In the last 9 months, I started taking lamotrigine (100mg), and what everyone is saying is true. This drug has changed my life. I didn't even know this is how people are supposed to feel. All of my thoughts are so clear, and I can finally make sense of things. My energy has also improved, which is leading to other health benefits! This feeling is currently bittersweet. I'm happy to finally be happy but sad I lived life like that for 12 years."

• TCano
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 29, 2021

"I started on 25mg for two weeks, during this period I didn't notice much of an effect other than some drowsiness. After two weeks the dose was increased to 50mg, this is when my problems began. I experienced severe side effects, including increased depression, increased anxiety, a high fever, a sore throat, a brain fog, body aches, and a burning sensation on my skin that I can only describe as feeling like sunburn. I had to immediately discontinue use of Lamotrigine. I understand these are rare side effects that more than likely won't happen to most people, however it was unbearable for me. I have never had a medication impact me as negatively as Lamotrigine."

• ERano
• September 14, 2017

"Started taking lamictal when I started DBT earlier this year, and noticed almost immediately that my intense mood swings had largely subsided. Some classic BPD symptoms haven't been resolved (for me, feelings of insecurity/abandonment and argumentativeness) and I still struggle with suicidal ideation and target behaviors. However, the intensity and frequency of these episodes have diminished greatly. Lamictal has really improved my life and I think I would be in a drastically worse position without taking it. I haven't have any weight gain on this medication or any other negative side effects. I would definitely recommend this medication! Hope this was helpful and I wish you well on your journey of healing. :)"

• NoahL...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 26, 2022

"I take 100mg total, 50mg x 2 a day for borderline personality disorder (BPD). From my experience and my partner’s, who has been put through so much because of me, this drug is simply a life saver. I have lived with BPD since I was a teenager due to childhood abandonment, and significant stress. For years I dealt with the emotional roller coaster of living with BPD, with my moods fluctuating within hours. I was incredibly impulsive, and changed parts of my identity every few days. But worst of all, the slightest thing would cause me to escalate into all out rage and verbal aggression. The day I knew this drug was really working, was around week 5. One night my partner accidentally tripped a switch in our fuse box, causing our TV and PS4 to shut off during a game. My partner then proceeded to curl into a ball under a blanket crying, awaiting the anger outburst that normally follows. Instead, I sat down calmly, slowly lifted the blanket, and said “It’s okay, I love you”. Thank you Lamotrigine."

• Steph
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 5, 2023

"I was diagnosed with BPD 9 years ago, as well as dermatillomania and trichotillomania. I have tried Lovan, Effexor, Pristiq, Paroxetine (still slowly weaning from that) and a few others. Nothing really helped with my depression, anxiety, severe mood swings, or my OCD until I started Lamotrigine. I've been on it for 4 weeks, currently at 50 mg, and have found it's helped in so many ways. I don't have the compulsion to pull my hair, attack my skin, I don't find myself constantly angry and lashing out, and after many years of struggling to sleep and suffering from chronic constipation, it's actually helped with both those things too! I feel motivated, confident, and like a normal person now."

• Depre...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 24, 2021

"Horrific drug. 6 months later I am still dealing with the consequences this drug put me through. I tapered up to 100mg all fine and dandy, I was then admitted to hospital for extreme heart palpitations and chest pain, and then came the worst lingering anxiety I’ve ever had, panic attacks landing me in and out of hospital, and being unable to function for the next two months after. I now have PTSD from this medication and I’m scared to try anything, even vitamins because of how horrific my experience was. And I deal with intense anxiety every day even 6 months later. I hope it works for you, but I would like to share my story."

• deest...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 26, 2019

"I’ve been on latuda, Paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft and honestly none of them helped me manage my mood swings like lamictal has. Now I’m taking Zoloft and lamictal, this combination has saved my life and helped me save my relationships! I also have bipolar disorder and PSTD, so I’ve also taken klonopin with lamictal/Zoloft. I’m really grateful that I’ve had the chance to get help."

• Happy
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 31, 2023

"I've been on this medication for roughly 2 months & I've never felt better. I no longer have to live with my partner due to my codependency. I don't constantly worry about his exes/the possibility of him cheating on or leaving me. I feel happy. I barely have splits anymore and this has helped tremendously with the spike of emotional symptoms before my menstrual cycle (I also have PMDD). I know who I am now. I go out with friends. I eat normally. I have a normal sleep schedule. and I'm holding a full-time job, etc. It's not a cure-all but I sure do love this! Try it, please."