Interesting that this pops up. I've been on Lamictal since last March for depression. It's been a miracle drug in that regard. I went from suicidally depressed with daily thoughts of taking my life to flat out no such thoughts for nearly ten months now. Not one. I would be hesitant to quit taking it.

I was tapered onto it because of the small but existent risk of a rash, and had no problems. In recent weeks I have had a persistent itch on my back, however. I'm not seeing a major rash, and I do live in a dry climate, so those are possible factors. And lotion has mostly kept it relieved. But it hasn't gone away. I have an appointment with the prescribing doctor in two weeks. I'll be sure to discuss it with her and let her take a look.

Given how successful the treatment has been for depression, I do not want to change horses.