Lamotrigine is generic for what drug?

What brand-name drug is lamotrigine a generic of?

Lamotrigine is the generic version of the brand-name antiepileptic drug Lamictal.

What conditions is Lamictal/lamotrigine used for?

Lamictal (lamotrigine) is used to treat epilepsy/seizure disorders, and it’s also used for bipolar disorder (commonly bipolar depression) depending on the indication and country.

Why do people say “lamotrigine is generic for Lamictal”?

Because “lamotrigine” is the active ingredient, and “Lamictal” is one of the original brand names that was later followed by generic versions.

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch.com