Has anyone else had skin problems since using tegretol?

I don't mean acne, but an itchy scalp and burning really easy in the sun? If you did what did you do to combat it?

Has anyone else had skin problems since using tegretol?
You need to talk about this with your doctor. It is not a typical side effect with this drug.
Reply:Yes these are known side effects. Don't stop your meds but see your doctor.





Dermatologic:


Occasional to frequent: Skin sensitivity reactions and rashes, erythematous rashes, urticaria. Rare: Exfoliative dermatitis and erythroderma, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, systemic lupus erythematosus-like syndrome. Isolated cases: toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), photosensitivity, erythema multiform and nodosum, skin pigmentation changes, pruritus, purpura, acne, diaphoresis, alopecia and neurodermatitis.
Reply:It wont cause problems naturally. But for some person it might cause some side effects. Talk to a dermatologist. For more details visit http://pinchurl.com/skin

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