Skip to content
Important: This site presents data from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). A report does not mean the drug caused the event. Full disclaimer.

Does LAMOTRIGINE Cause Suicidal ideation? 958 Reports in FDA Database

Sharpen Your Memory & Focus Naturally

NeuroZoom — 35 clinically studied ingredients. No stimulants. Pure brain support.

Boost Your Brain

According to the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 958 reports of Suicidal ideation have been filed in association with LAMOTRIGINE (Lamotrigine ER). This represents 2.0% of all adverse event reports for LAMOTRIGINE.

958
Reports of Suicidal ideation with LAMOTRIGINE
2.0%
of all LAMOTRIGINE reports
22
Deaths
448
Hospitalizations

How Dangerous Is Suicidal ideation From LAMOTRIGINE?

Of the 958 reports, 22 (2.3%) resulted in death, 448 (46.8%) required hospitalization, and 106 (11.1%) were considered life-threatening.

Is Suicidal ideation Listed in the Official Label?

Yes, Suicidal ideation is listed as a known adverse reaction in the official FDA drug label for LAMOTRIGINE.

What Other Side Effects Does LAMOTRIGINE Cause?

Drug ineffective (5,175) Seizure (3,459) Toxicity to various agents (3,256) Rash (3,249) Foetal exposure during pregnancy (2,985) Off label use (2,625) Completed suicide (2,433) Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (2,235) Dizziness (2,170) Pyrexia (1,967)

What Other Drugs Cause Suicidal ideation?

DULOXETINE (4,014) ARIPIPRAZOLE (2,618) SERTRALINE (2,168) QUETIAPINE (2,072) PREGABALIN (1,718) VENLAFAXINE (1,699) OXYCODONE (1,654) SODIUM OXYBATE (1,403) MONTELUKAST (1,375) FINASTERIDE (1,301)

Which LAMOTRIGINE Alternatives Have Lower Suicidal ideation Risk?

LAMOTRIGINE vs LANADELUMAB LAMOTRIGINE vs LANADELUMAB-FLYO LAMOTRIGINE vs LANREOTIDE LAMOTRIGINE vs LANSOPRAZOLE LAMOTRIGINE vs LANTHANUM

Related Pages

LAMOTRIGINE Full Profile All Suicidal ideation Reports All Drugs Causing Suicidal ideation LAMOTRIGINE Demographics