Less common side effects of Lamictal are also possible. These side effects occurred in less than 5 percent of people taking the drug. Because these side effects are so rare, it can be difficult to tell whether they are actually caused by Lamictal or by other factors unrelated to the medication.

Some of these less common side effects include but are not limited to:

Vaginal infection or irritation
Speech problems
Bladder infection (urinary tract infection or UTI)
Concentration problems
Joint pain
Loss of appetite
Neck pain
Sinus infection
Sensitivity to the sun
Nervousness
A spinning sensation (vertigo)
Memory loss (amnesia)
Increased sex drive
Bloody nose
Dry skin
Sweating
Migraine headaches
Weight gain (see Lamictal and Weight Gain).

Final Thoughts on Lamictal Side Effects

You may experience some or none of the Lamictal side effects listed in this article. Unfortunately, there is no way for your healthcare provider to know beforehand if you will have side effects from a medicine that you have never tried. Therefore, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you develop any side effects while taking Lamictal. Also, let your healthcare provider know if you develop something that "just does not seem right." While it may not be a side effect of Lamictal, your healthcare provider will be able to diagnose and treat the problem.

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