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Can mood stabilizers cause scaling on the scalp?i have been on lamotrigine 50mg twice a day for a while now and my scalp has started to itch like crazy to the point where i feel like pulling my hair out.i have had dandruff before but never like this?

Q: can mood stabilizers cause scaling on the scalp?i have been on lamotrigine 50mg twice a day for a while now and my scalp has started to itch like crazy to the point where i feel like pulling my hair out.i have had dandruff before but never like this?

: Lamotrigine can cause an itchy rash which could lead to a life-threatening Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. It is likely safest to immediately contact your doctor. Seems also best to find a different medication ASAP, as based on your post, the lamotrigine should be stopped.

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Lamotrigine can cause an itchy rash which could lead to a life-threatening Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. It is likely safest to immediately contact your doctor. Seems also best to find a different medication ASAP, as based on your post, the lamotrigine should be stopped.

Answered 12/4/2022

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A member asked:

Can mood stabilizers cause scaling on the scalp?i have been on lamotrigine 50mg twice a day for a while now and my scalp has started to itch like crazy to the point where i feel like pulling my hair out.i have had dandruff before but never like this?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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