Posted by McPac on September 13, 2002, at 17:45:49
In reply to I don't know if I can do this anymore, posted by audrey on September 10, 2002, at 22:32:27
Audrey,
I've never taken Depakote but Lithium and Lamictal are 2 other meds that could help your symptoms (both have significantly higher anti-dep. properties than Depakote).
Are you taking ANY other meds with your Depakote?
Other meds, such as certain anti-dep's would provide relief of your agitation while waiting for your Depakote to 'kick in'; benzos would also help (Xanax, Ativan, etc.) Your Dr. should have given you something to take that 'edge' off while waiting for the Depakote to become effective. You could try an herbal (Valerian root) to see if that could provide some benefit in the meantime.
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