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Crazy dreams on Lamictal and Topamax
Thu, 12/09/2010 - 17:31Topic: New to Epilepsy.com
Is anyone having insane dreams on Lamictal and Topamx? I'm new at this and I'm losing my mind. They are so real I'm getting mixed up with reality. Help. I need sleep so bad............
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Re: Crazy dreams on Lamictal and Topamax
Submitted by msuldan on Thu, 2010-12-16 - 08:21
I experienced no side effects with Lamictal, but Topamax was a horrific experience. Depression, memory loss, and a general dumbing down. I truly believe it is a horrible drug, and unless you are desperate to lose weight, I would stay away from it. I did lose my appetite and lost weight.
Re: Crazy dreams on Lamictal and Topamax
Submitted by jmann27 on Sat, 2010-12-18 - 17:12
I agree topamax is an awful drug. I started it a year ago and complained many times to my doctor about the side affects but she dismissed them all. I was not able to write my high school exams properly because I couldn't remember what I studied two hours later. I recently have been experiencing the dreams. One night I dreamed a called someone and talked to them, I woke up and that person had called but I never did pick up or even hear my phone because it was off. I often can't remember what is a dream or reality. I wasn't too sure if this was from the drug. But that's interesting. Good luck ! :)
Re: Crazy dreams on Lamictal and Topamax
Submitted by Kwnace on Sat, 2010-12-11 - 22:15
Hey Cloudy, I'm currently taking lamictal only and have had similar issues. I even have panic attacks from time to time because I can't figure out if something was real or in a dream. I haven't discussed this with my doctor, I may make a note for my next appointment. Good luck, you are not alone. Kenny