Foul Smelling Urine

[wildcolonialboy]

I recently started taking a cocktail of 3 AEDs---Dilantin,Lamictal,and Keppra.I've noticed that recently my urine has a very strong and foul odor.Does anyone know why? Has anyone else noticed a similar side effect? Is this something to be alarmed at?

[Realdoctorstu]

Interesting, in the past few months I have been changed to Keppra and lamotrigine (lamictal). In recent weeks, my urine has developed a strong, unpleasant odour. I've had my urine tested, been on a course of antibiotics (tests came back to shoe no infection) and yet the smell is persisting.

Not an asparagus fan, and can't think what else might have caused it...

[Abhijeet Deshmukh, MD]

Hello.

Have you ruled out urinary infection. This is the first concern you should address. You may or may not have fever. Also make sure you are drinking enough of water / fluids.

I am not sure if these medicines can cause foul smelling urine.

How is the color of the urine? Do you get any burning sensation?

Regards