Posted by chloe on September 22, 2001, at 21:57:46
In reply to Re: Chloe, how are things going? » chloe, posted by Emme on September 22, 2001, at 20:40:36
Hi Emme,
I am sorry you are not feeling so hot physically. I had alot of trouble feeling "well" on AC's over the years. Some even worked well as mood stabilizers for me, but I too, just didn't feel right. I find the side effects are extremely harsh, and would often get a cold or feel fluish with an adjustment of a dose, especailly with Tegretol or Trileptal for some reason.I hope you start to feel more like "yourself" soon and that the you can gradually adjust to the gabitril. Have you tried just going for a brisk walk or moving about a bit. Also hydrating yourself with plenty of water is also prudent especially if you are switching meds.
You mentioned retrying li. I wouldn't rule it out. I am rather suprised that the side effects are not as harsh as remember them 10 years ago. I think this may have to do with the extended release form. But other than some pretty strong AD effect and activation, I am not suffering from the usual tremor, etc. Who knew I would be able to tolerate it!!!
I hope I can stay on Li for a while and not have to make any more med changes! But my mood changes so much, I just can't count on anything like that at this point!
Wow, i am starting to ramble. Better head off to bed. Please take care and let us know how you are.
Chloe
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