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Trying to get off Dilantin
Thu, 01/26/2006 - 11:28Topic: Medication Issues
I'm trying to replace Dilantin with some other med that will have less side effects. The doctor tried Lamictal and it didn't work. Then I found out it wasn't really indicated for grand mal seizures. !#%!! Now my doctor wants to try Depakote. Can anyone give me some insight on changing drugs? Should I just stick with Dilantin because all these drugs have side effects that are just as bad?
Thanks
Re: Trying to get off Dilantin
Submitted by spencerstacey on Tue, 2008-10-14 - 08:45
I have been on and off different seizure meds for the last 2 years. I was put on Dilantin last January and have been trying to get off of it since May. I am very sensitive and have to go very slowly. I feel like I have a sick hangover every day, I dont sleep well and I am moody, hostile and very emotional. I was put on the meds because I was having brain surgery and my body freaked out from every one. It has been a total nightmare. I agree.....the side effects of Dilantin and withdrawals are dehabilitating. Good luck out there....I hear Topamax is good. My friend takes it and seem to have no adverse effects. NONE! can u imagine???