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My neuro wants me to switch from dilantin to lamictal but i don't want to yet he acts as if , i don't do it his way he gets an attitude. so whatshould?

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Switching meds: There nust be a reason why the doctor wants to switch, talk to the doctor so he can explain why the medication needs to be changed and let him know why this change is not acceptable to you.

Answered 11/22/2013

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If i take generic Dilantin from walmart is it safe to switch to cvs?

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For past 16 years my Dilantin levels have been 2.3 but have been seziure free as far as i know unless in sleep I have them should I switch meds?

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