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LAMICTAL CD vs LAMICTAL XR

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate

Rating

70/100
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Pharmacy pays

~$4.39 /30
~$4.39 /30

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

LAMOTRIGINE
LAMOTRIGINE

Dosage forms

Tablet
Tablet, extended release, Kit

Drug class

Anti-Epileptic Agent
Anti-Epileptic Agent

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 25 to 33 hours in healthy adults taking no other medications — the label reports a mean elimination half-life of 32.8 hours after a single dose (individual range 14 to 103 hours) and 25.4 hours with repeat dosing (range 11.6 to 61.6 hours), since lamotrigine induces its own metabolism
about 25 to 33 hours in healthy adults taking no other medications — the label reports a mean elimination half-life of 32.8 hours after a single dose (individual range 14 to 103 hours) and 25.4 hours with repeat dosing (range 11.6 to 61.6 hours), since lamotrigine induces its own metabolism

Treats

Bipolar Disorder, Partial Epilepsies, Seizures
Bipolar Disorder, Partial Epilepsies, Seizures

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, Lamictal Cd or Lamictal XR?

Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $4.39 for a 30-count supply, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.

What is the difference between Lamictal Cd and Lamictal XR?

Both Lamictal Cd and Lamictal XR share the active ingredient Lamotrigine.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.