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I was on lamictal for a week and developed a rash from my neck to my knees i'm also experiencing black stools for the last two days.

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Dr. Brandon Maples answered

Be seen: A rash with Lamictal can be very serious. Unless the rash is clearly not from the Lamictal (you know exactly what did cause it), then stop the Lamictal immediately and contact your doctor. Also, black stools are often a sign of GI bleeding, so, again, i would contact your physician asap.

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Answered 5/16/2017

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A member asked:

I was on lamictal for a week and developed a rash from my neck to my knees i'm also experiencing black stools for the last two days.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Brandon Maples answered

Dr Miles agreed

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