Why do I feel weak, dizzy and drowsy after increasing the dose of Lamilept and adding Levetiracetam, and what can I do about it?

Dizziness, drowsiness, and weakness are common side effects of both Lamotrigine (Lamilept) and Levetiracetam. Increasing the dose or adding a new drug may worsen these symptoms, especially at the beginning of therapy or when the doses are increased too quickly. The body needs time to get used to them.

If the symptoms are very bothersome and severe, it is worth contacting the attending physician, who may consider adjusting the dose or changing the therapy. Do not stop treatment on your own, as this may lead to a recurrence of the disease.

In the meantime, it is recommended to avoid driving and operating machines, and to ensure that you get enough rest and stay hydrated. If the symptoms worsen or other disturbing symptoms appear, you should see a specialist immediately.

Please remember that side effects of medications should be reported to your doctor or individually. By reporting side effects, you help other patients, including your relatives, who may also need the same drug one day. This step also allows us to gather more information on the safety of medicinal products and update data on them. We wrote about how to do it here: 

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/artykuly/jak-i-dlaczego-zglaszac-dzialania-niepozadane

If you need more personalized advice, you can use teleconsultations here:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/telekonsultacja/

Thanks to the Gdziepolek.pl service, you can book medication at a pharmacy of your choice in the Polish:

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/43265/levetiracetam-accord-tabletki-powlekane/apteki

https://www.gdziepolek.pl/produkty/42332/lamilept-tabletki/apteki