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What Is Best Treatment For Mood Disorders?

Hi there, my husband and son take Lamictal for mood disorders and my son takes Seroquel also.
They both have terrible muscle spasms mostly at night and I have read that this is a serious side affect and can be permanent.
Their doctors ( PCP and psychiatrists) dont know what to do to stop this...do you have any suggestions? I am very worried about both of them....thanks! Terri

well, didnt know there was a charge, cant afford that but thanks anyway
Thu, 8 May 2014
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Lamictal contains lamotrigine and it could lead to muscle spasm. In that case, better to change them to another mood stabilizer that would help to control mood as well as muscle spasm. I would suggest either lithium or valproate. In case, you would try to stop lamictal, do it gradually to avoid any further side effects. In case, you need further help, you can ask.

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What Is Best Treatment For Mood Disorders?

Hi Thanks for using healthcare magic Lamictal contains lamotrigine and it could lead to muscle spasm. In that case, better to change them to another mood stabilizer that would help to control mood as well as muscle spasm. I would suggest either lithium or valproate. In case, you would try to stop lamictal, do it gradually to avoid any further side effects. In case, you need further help, you can ask. Thanks