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This question is for a psychiatrist. what is the chances of developing apathy from taking 200mg of lamictal. thank you for your help?

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Apathy: Im not a psychiatrist, but apathy and depression are known side effects of lamictal. If you are experiencing any serious side effects, you should discuss this with your psychiatrist and see if you need a dosage change or a switch on meds. See your psychiatrist for more guidance ASAP

Answered 10/26/2014

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Maybe: Your choice of the word indicates a good emotional awareness and vocabulary. The possible emotional side effects can combine to something like it. So, it might be happening. Why the prolactin? That may play a role in the low emotional state too. Check those (pituitary, etc) hormone and thyroid levels too. You may have too much prolactin. Be careful w/ these meds. Best!

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