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Will reducing 600 mg of tegretol to 400 cause 100 mg of lamictal to rise slightly?

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Dr. David Earle answered

Pharmacist: Best to call the pharmacist where you get the medication. They may be able to give you the best answer. Hope this helps!

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/3/2016

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A member asked:

Will reducing 600 mg of tegretol to 400 cause 100 mg of lamictal to rise slightly?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Earle answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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