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Lamotrigine (Lamictal) Nursing Considerations

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Download the cheat: https://bit.ly/50-meds  View the lesson: https://bit.ly/LamotrigineLami....ctalNursingConsidera     Generic Name

lamotrigine
Trade Name

Lamictal
Indication

seizures r/t epilepsy, bipolar
Action

Inhibits sodium transport in neurons
Therapeutic Class

anticonvulsant
Nursing Considerations

• may cause suicidal thoughts, dizziness, behavior changes, nausea, vomiting, photosensitivity, rash, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome • use caution with oral contraceptive use • assess mental status • assess for seizures • do not discontinue use abruptly

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