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Can lamictal treat bipolar psychosis/hallucinations?

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Dr. Ilene Ruhoy answered

Specializes in Neurology

Not first line: While Lamictal can be very beneficial for bipolar disease, it is not first line for psychosis, Pleasespeak to your prescribing physician about your symptoms and ask for further guidance and management.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 2/11/2017

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