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Can I Use A Semi Permanent Tattoo, Will It Affect My Medication (lamotrigine)

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Scotland, UK
October 12
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I have 3 tattoos and having seizures never affected this..I love tattoos and would def get another but they can be costly…so never messed with my meds.
I was on and still am on Dilantin.,Topamax and recently was placed on Lamictal

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I take lamictal and I have too many to count tattoos on my arms, ribs, behind my ear, at the top of my ear down my thumbs say sugar and the other says insulin cause I'm also Type 1 diabetic and I'm currently havin a discussion with my artist over my next one which will be at the top of my arm coming over my shoulder blade... I've had no issues with meds... but everyone is different so don't take my word as a just go for it type of thing.

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Getting a semi-permanent tattoo is generally considered safe for people taking lamotrigine (Lamictal), as it is unlikely to interact with the medication or affect how it works in the body. However, it's best to consult your doctor first to confirm it is safe for your specific situation. When getting any tattoo, inform the Show Full Answer

Getting a semi-permanent tattoo is generally considered safe for people taking lamotrigine (Lamictal), as it is unlikely to interact with the medication or affect how it works in the body. However, it's best to consult your doctor first to confirm it is safe for your specific situation. When getting any tattoo, inform the tattoo artist that you have epilepsy so they can take precautions in case you have a seizure during the procedure. It's also best to wait until your seizures are well-controlled before getting a tattoo.

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

All "semi permanent" tattoos sounds like it is permanent, but it does not stay permanent. Thy stay around for a week or two and will finally become no longer there. To get a permanent tattoo you have to go through the tattoo process and have the picture you want tattooed in with ink into your skin. My Black Panther head, that was drawn by my wife, was done before I started to take seizures. From what I understand, if you are not allergic to ink being on your skin, do some marks with a pen on your arm, you will be ok.

October 12
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Hang in there and try and stay pos,

October 12

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