Full evaluations and ongoing medication management from licensed doctors and clinicians.*
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- Bipolar disorder (especially bipolar depression)
- Seizure disorders
- Sometimes used off-label for mood instability
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- Stabilizes overactive nerve signaling. Lamotrigine helps regulate electrical activity in the brain by affecting sodium channels in brain cells.
- Reduces excess glutamate release. Glutamate is a stimulating neurotransmitter, and lowering its activity may help prevent extreme mood shifts and seizures.
- Helps stabilize mood over time. These effects can reduce depressive episodes and help maintain more consistent mood in people with bipolar disorder.
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- It must be started slowly. Doctors gradually increase the dose over several weeks to reduce the risk of certain side effects.
- Watch for new rashes. A rare but serious skin reaction can occur, so any new rash should be reported to your clinician right away.
- It helps prevent mood episodes. Lamotrigine is especially helpful for preventing bipolar depression, though it’s less effective for treating acute mania.
Meet with a psychiatrist
Your first visit is a full psychiatric evaluation. Your clinician will take time to understand your symptoms, medical history, and treatment goals.
Receive a diagnosis and treatment plan
Your psychiatrist will discuss possible diagnoses and recommend a personalized treatment plan.
Medication if it’s appropriate
If Wellbutrin is a good fit for your symptoms and health history, your psychiatrist may prescribe it and help you get started safely.
Ongoing care and adjustments
Mental health treatment works best with follow-up care. Your psychiatrist will monitor your progress and adjust treatment as needed.
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