I have tried to find this online with no success, so I’m hoping maybe someone can give me insight. I’ve been having a burning sensation in the soles of my feet and especially the palms of my hands. It feels as if I wiped out on pavement and landed on my palms…that kind of burning. This is day 3 and it’s driving me nuts! I have been on Trileptal for about 4 weeks now and I’m up to 2 pills. Anyone else ever experience this?
I've never heard of such side effects. Trileptal is generally known to have less side effects than other drugs. I'm sorry I cant help but you should read this book called "Striking back: the Trigeminal Neuralgia handbook". It's a great book and has some great information about the different prescription drugs used for TN.
I haven't heard of this one either, but I think burning palms are a still a side effect you should report to the doctor who prescribes your meds for you. Some people get delayed allergic reactions to meds.
Regards,Red
Hi guys, I recently had an allergic reaction (systemic hives) to Tegretol - just 1 1/2 weeks ago actually. The first thing the doctor at the ER did was check the soles of my feet and my palms - he said this can be one of the first signs of Stevens Johnson Syndrome, a possible very scary side effect of Tegretol - he said that you could have burning, itching and skin peeling on your hands and feet instead of a rash. I urge you Monnie, please, please, please, make a call to your doctor right away. It can't hurt to be proactive. While I only had hives, I goofed around with it for a few days longer than I probably should have, and learned the hard way. I don't want to see that happen to you. It can't do any harm to call your doc and tell him/her that someome mentioned this to you and you wanted to check on it. Please let us know how it works out for you! Good luck!
This book is definitely an awesome resource. I am about halfway through it (newly diagnosed) but it is so good to read the information in laymans terms and helps me feel a bit more in control of my situation. I go to a new neurologist today, and I feel a bit more empowered and knowledgeable, able to ask the right questions that I need answers to. If a doctor says TN, this book should be automatically ordered for you!!
Asmara said:
I've never heard of such side effects. Trileptal is generally known to have less side effects than other drugs. I'm sorry I cant help but you should read this book called "Striking back: the Trigeminal Neuralgia handbook". It's a great book and has some great information about the different prescription drugs used for TN.
I called my doctor on Monday...he finally called me back today. He said it MIGHT be related to the Trileptal and it might not. He said if I can put up with it I should because the medicine seems to be helping some with the pain. I was mostly wondering if it could be related to the drug or if it could be a symptom of MS. My MRI is suggestive of MS but as I don't have the typical presenting symptoms, I am not diagnosed with it. I guess because he didn't sound very concerned, it's not likely that he thinks it's Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Thank you so much for your feedback.
I have been on the same med about the same time you have i haven't notice any major side effect..It really is one of the most med with less side effects...you can always check www.drug.com it's a wonderful side for med....god bless
Well I looked it up. Trileptal can cause it, but there were many others listed as well. (SJS) That doesn't mean it will cause it. It says it would show sign within the first ten days I think. Of course, each person should do their research as you say Donna, because it is a good thing to be educated on what you are putting into your body. I always have been one to look them up. LOL