Posted by stargazer2 on May 4, 2010, at 12:34:18
In reply to Low dose Lithium?, posted by SheilaC on May 4, 2010, at 11:41:59
Hi Sheila...
Not sure about how Lithium will help you but like anything else, it is trial and error. Haven't you ever taken Lithium before as it was the gold standard for Bipolar before all the newer mood stabalizers, and most of them are seizure medications, so they affect the brain by reducing exitability, etc.
I'm interested in why you are also on Adderall, as that med can probably cause some increase in neuro reactivity. Did your doc talk about reducing the dose of Adderall as I would think this med can contribute to some of your symptoms of irritability.
I've been given Lithium numerous times, but I do not have BP but MDD. IT has not worked for me but might for you with your dx.
Good luck.
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