Merging rash that appear red and swollen (wheal or hives) Purplish, small spots that are tender to touch
Oct 16, 2023 · Psoriasis is a common skin condition that can cause a scaly, itchy, red, or purplish rash to form along the scalp, elbows, and joints
Fever Itching skin Hives Red blisters on areas of the body, which may include the face or mouth Symptoms of a more serious rash can include peeling skin, painful blisters
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Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) are serious skin conditions that cause your skin to develop rashes, blisters, and then peel
It is also used for treating seizures
How to Identify a Rash Caused by Lamictal? A rash caused by lamotrigine (LTG) is one of the most severe side effects of LTG
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It has relatively stop taking the drug at the first sign of a rash, regardless of its type or severity, and contact their doctor or psychiatrist immediately
Karan Kverno is an assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing, Baltimore, Md
Morbilliform drug eruption is the most common form of drug eruption
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The rate of serious rash is greater in pediatric patients than in adults
Lamictal can cause all sorts of rashes and skin issues that aren't the potentially fatal "lamictal rash," so I wouldn't automatically assume you have SJS
Warnings Rarely, serious (sometimes fatal) skin rashes have occurred while taking this medication
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Certain factors may increase your risk A rash is a common side effect of Lamictal
A serious skin rash can happen at any time during your treatment with Lamictal, but is more likely to happen within the first 2 to 8 weeks of treatment
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A case series published in 2010 identified 48 cases of LTG rechallenge and noted a success rate of 87 percent
Lamictal is a drug that is used to treat various health problems
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Off-label uses include treating acute bipolar depression, fibromyalgia, schizophrenia, and unipolar depression