Lamotrigine.
Lamotrigine is a newly available antiepileptic drug with a broad spectrum of efficacy and a tolerability profile that is favorable for use in many patients. Problems with rash are related to rate of dose ascension and drug interactions with valproate. Efficacy in treatment of mood disorder and some pain syndromes will broaden the use of this unique compound.
Willmore
L J
LJ
Saint Louis University School of Medicine, 1402 South Grand Boulevard (M226), St. Louis, MO 63104, USA. willmore@slu.edu