Posted by Christ_empowered on September 18, 2011, at 10:44:17
In reply to Re: not sure what to do .., posted by g_g_g_unit on September 18, 2011, at 10:35:01
I don't know that being diagnosed with a BP spectrum disorder would change your treatment. All I can think of is switching out the Depakote for something less noxious and more tolerable, like Lyrica or maybe Neurontin. I personally didn't find these terribly "mood-stabilizing," but then again...I have to take antipsychotics. If the primary problem is depression complicated by anxiety and dips in mood and occasional drug-induced episodes, and you want to (or have to) avoid BZD drugs, then I would think a more tolerable anticonvulsant might be in order. Have you tried Lamictal?
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