I am just learning more about the use of several meds (esp. the anti-epileptic meds) and have been made aware of the fact that these meds can demand very lengthy introductions and very a gradual increases (or decreases, if/when decreases are “in order”) in hopes of evoking fewer side-effects.

This time of adjusting can sometimes seem like a very long time and can become a bit disparaging.:(

I was not able to tolerate lamotrigine, much to my dismay.:( I had started a “serious” rash (and more) even though we were increasing on a painfully slow dosing schedule.
After assessing the rash, the dermatologists had verified lamotrigine was not an option for me.
(I was very disappointed, as it seems to be a great option for many.)

I have tried some other AEDs, in hopes of tolerating them. I have a limited tolerance. One of the other AED drugs had started a drug-induced autoimmune lupus for me.

Is it likely that all of the anti-epileptic meds need comparatively slower titration (than with some of the other drug classes) in order to allow for better tolerance?

Thanks for any input you share!:)

Best wishes!:)