I have been on Lamictal for just under 1 year and only today real...

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Posted at 9:15 AM on Apr 28, 2008 by scg26, #29990

I have been on Lamictal for just under 1 year and only today realized that my increased acne is probably a side effect. The area around my jaw line is especially bad and it won't clear up. I've also gotten a few little pimples on my chest - I thought it was from going to the gym. My derm has tried oral meds and I'm about to try Accutane, but I really don't want to go to that extreme - Accutane scares me! I also noticed similar effects to the ones that others were talking about, too...forgetting words...forgetfulness...spelling...I want to go off the Lamictal. This just isn't worth it.

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Reply 5 months ago on Jun 24, 2009 by sderae27, #20944

Hi, I am 28 years old and have been on Lamictal for almost 8 months now and my acne is out of control! I have always had a problem with mild acne but it is extreme since starting this medication. I have even tried birth control pills (tetricycline) and oral antibiotics and nothing seems to help. I am getting ready to stop taking Lamictal and hopefully things get better. Good luck!

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Reply 5 months ago on Jun 25, 2009 by scg26, #20951

I went off the Lamictal and still wound up going on Accutane because my wedding was in November and I definitely wanted clear skin for that!
I hope going off the meds works for you, too!

Good luck!

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