Lamotrigine (Lamictal) Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
MOA
A
prolong sodium channel inactivation, blocks specific Ca+ channels, blocks glutamate
2
Q
Indication
A
Seizure disorder
Bipolar disorder
One of the best options for pregnancy (though ATI says it is teratogenic)
3
Q
SE
A
Black box: SJS, aseptic meningitis
May decrease oral contraceptive effectiveness
