Hi WindWalker,

I took tegretol and trileptal and I broke out with a rash from the drug with tiny red bumps on my arms and face that itched like crazy. I saw a dermatologist who did a skin biopsy on me and found out I was allergic to both of these drugs along with lamictal. What you need to do is see a dermatologist use dove soap for sensitive skin with lukewarm water, and the Dr. will give you a steroid cream that will clear up the rash. Just don't use shampoos or anything with perfumes or it will make the rash worse. It took about 1 full month for the rash to clear up on me and I was fine.
I took tegretol for many yrs. until I became allergic to the drug and then I stopped it but I had no problems with Steven Johnson Syndrome. Here's wishing you well and May God Bless You!

Sue