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05-21-2009, 06:24 AM
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Lamictal and Ginseng I'm trying a more natural approach for treating epilepsy. I'm looking into vitamins and herbs. I am currently taking lamictal. Is it bad to take ginseng with epilepsy? I was told this in the past. If this is true, is it because it has a dangerous interaction or just because it can decrease the effect of lamictal?     |
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05-21-2009, 06:56 AM
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| I was told never to take ginseng. Look into the gard diet, magnesium and B-supplements---much safer.--LMT |
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05-21-2009, 07:08 AM
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| Welcome to the site. There's tons of stuff here on supplements & seizures if you look. It was suggested to me that if I want to take ginseng to use Siberian Ginseng since it's not as strong. I've been taking it for years to counter the drowsy effects of my tegretol & haven't seen any correlation between my seizures & when I take or stop taking ginseng yet. Ginseng
__________________ "It's no longer a question of staying healthy. It's a question of finding a sickness you like." -Jackie Mason Last edited by epileric; 05-21-2009 at 07:14 AM. |
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05-21-2009, 11:55 AM
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| People are normally told to avoid ginseng because it's a stimulant...like caffeine. In large quantities or with high potency, it can trigger seizures.
__________________ "Watch your words, for they become actions. Watch your actions, for they become habits. Watch your habits, for they become character. Watch your character, for it will become your destiny." Epilepsy 101 |
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11-17-2009, 01:32 PM
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Vitamins and Meds I am not familiar with the side effects of combining Ginseng and Lamictal, but my Dr.'s (many in last 11 years) have always recommended that I take Folic Acid, Calcium, and Vitamin C. I have also read in numerous books and articles that Fish Oil is very good for those on medications. These suppliments are known to strengthen the immune system. It would be a good idea to ask the Dr. if this is right for you. Good Luck! |
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