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Can Gaviscon Be Taken When On Lamictal?

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Posted on Wed, 10 Sep 2014
Question: Will Gaviscon extra strength antacid interfer with absouption with my antidepresant Lamictal ?
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Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Does not interfere

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Presence of food or absence of stomach acid does not interfere with Lamotrigine absorption. You can take lamictal when on Gavicson.

Wish you good health.

regards,
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Can Gaviscon Be Taken When On Lamictal?

Brief Answer: Does not interfere Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. Presence of food or absence of stomach acid does not interfere with Lamotrigine absorption. You can take lamictal when on Gavicson. Wish you good health. regards,