Lamictal
Lamotrigine 25mg to 200mg, as plain and dispersible tablets, used in the management of epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It blocks voltage-gated sodium channels.
- Category
- Neurology
- Active ingredient
- Lamotrigine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet; Dispersible tablet
- Strengths
- 25 · 50 · 100 · 200mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Lamictal on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Epilepsy · Bipolar Disorder
- Therapeutic class
- Antiepileptic
- Pharmacological class
- Phenyltriazine
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to lamotrigine
- Minor side effects
- headache; dizziness; nausea; somnolence
- Moderate side effects
- diplopia; blurred vision; ataxia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet; Dispersible tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- GSK
- Onset time
- 1–3 hours
- Duration
- 24–36 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- valproate; carbamazepine; phenytoin; hormonal contraceptives
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children under 2 years.
Precautions and warnings
risk of serious skin rashes; monitor for signs of hypersensitivity; advise avoiding abrupt discontinuation
Serious side effects
stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; toxic epidermal necrolysis, requires immediate medical attention; haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Lamotrigine 25mg to 200mg, as plain and dispersible tablets, used in the management of epilepsy and bipolar disorder. It blocks voltage-gated sodium channels.
Mechanism of action
Lamotrigine stabilizes neuronal membranes by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium channels, which limits the release of excitatory neurotransmitters like glutamate. This mechanism supports control of seizure thresholds and mood stabilisation.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use with caution as risks to the foetus are currently being evaluated. Breastfeeding: Small amounts pass into breast milk; monitoring is recommended.
Lamictal acts as an established brand of lamotrigine, a medication used in the management of epilepsy and bipolar disorder. These tablets are available in strengths of 25, 50, 100, and 200mg. Patients often rely on this option for consistent maintenance therapy to manage their conditions.
Buying Lamictal online
Generic lamotrigine, much of which is made in India, provides a more affordable alternative to the original brand for ongoing treatment.
Is the Lamictal sold here the branded version?
No. Lamictal is the originator brand name, made by GSK, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (lamotrigine) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Lamictal?
Lamictal comes in 25, 50, 100 and 200mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What does Lamictal treat?
Lamictal contains lamotrigine, used for epilepsy and bipolar disorder. Lamotrigine stabilises neuronal membranes by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium channels, which limits the release of excitatory neurotransmitters like glutamate.
How quickly does Lamictal work?
Lamotrigine usually starts to work within 1 to 3 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 to 36 hours. It varies from person to person.
What side effects can Lamictal cause?
The common side effects of lamotrigine are headache, dizziness, nausea and somnolence. Less common ones include diplopia, blurred vision and ataxia. Serious but less common side effects include Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis and haemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Lamictal interact with?
Lamotrigine can interact with valproate, carbamazepine, phenytoin and hormonal contraceptives. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Lamictal.
Is Lamictal available over the counter in Thailand?
Online, yes: Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order Lamictal. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Lamictal delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Lamictal is the originator brand name, made by GSK. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with GSK and do not ship the original Lamictal.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Lamotrigine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.