Lamotrigine ODT-Induced Seizure in a 3-Year-Old Child after Accidental Ingestion

Case Rep Emerg Med. 2019 Jan 13:2019:2675931. doi: 10.1155/2019/2675931. eCollection 2019.

Abstract

Lamotrigine is a new generation antiepileptic which blocks sodium channels and can cause significant toxicity in overdose. A case of a three-year-old child who suffered a seizure and required endotracheal intubation after accidental lamotrigine ingestion is presented. The lamotrigine concentration measured 23.2 mcg/mL which is the highest reported after accidental pediatric exposure. A review of the literature regarding pediatric lamotrigine poisoning is also included.

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  • Case Reports