Posted by Karen_kay on December 24, 2003, at 9:22:30
In reply to bipolar meds., posted by bubba bill on December 23, 2003, at 10:17:25
Hiya!
I was on Lithium, Lamictal, Risperdal all at the same time.... Then I was on Depakote for a short period of time. Now I'm on Topamax alone. And it works for me wonderfully! (I'm dx Bipolar I Disorder) My Pdoc doesn't understand how it works but I don't question it. It just does!!!The problem with my first combo (L, L, R, as well as Klonopin and Lexapro) was that I became lethargic and couldn't leave my house. Have you tried any of these alone? I mean you weren't put on any of these at the same time were you? You run the risk of being overmedicated, which was my case. What meds have you tried and what was the outcome. What is your diagnosis? And what is your predominant symptom right now... ie:depression, rapid cycling, mania, ect.
It sounds likeyou are on quite a few drugs. If they work, then it is great. If not, you may want to talk to your doctor about a med change. Just one or two mood stabilizers should work. What I'm saying is that if you are suffering with depression, then try Lithium. Up the lithium to the highest level you can without it being toxic. Then try adding Lamictal. If you are still depressed, then try adding an AD. My personal philosophy is to get away with the least amount of medications as possible. That way, I won't be tempted to stop taking them.
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