What side effects may I notice from receiving Lamotrigine?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Change in vision
-Fever, neck pain or stiffness, sensitivity to light, headache, nausea, vomiting, confusion, which may be signs of meningitis
-Fever, rash, swollen lymph nodes, confusion, trouble walking, loss of balance or coordination, seizures
-Heart rhythm changes—fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, chest pain, trouble breathing
-Infection—fever, chills, cough, or sore throat
-Low red blood cell level—unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness, headache, trouble breathing
-Rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
-Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression
-Unusual bruising or bleeding
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Diarrhea
-Dizziness
-Drowsiness
-Headache
-Nausea
-Stomach pain
-Tremors or shaking

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Lamotrigine. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.