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Posted by BetterDays on November 9, 2007, at 10:43:27
Hi there,
As always, thank you in advance to all who post here. It is a great aid.
You may have seen my post that I started Lithium and Seroquel a couple of weeks ago. Within a week of starting this new med mix, I started having blinding panic attacks. Thank goodness I have a job that allows me to work from home on occasion, as I can't drive with the panic level as high as it is, but need to get back to the office and back to being able to function.
I have a PDOC appointment on Monday. I am going to ask the Dr. about trying Depakote and / or Lyrica. In the meantime, am weaning myself off the Lithium in preparation for the new med. I take 600mg a day (300mg morning, 300mg night) and would like your advice on if it would be best to stop the morning dose of Lithium or the night time dose?
Also, I read through a lot of old threads and it seems that I may have some luck with Depakote for my BP II and panic attacks. Thoughts?
I was also thinking of Lyrica as a alternative since I have bad arthritis in my shoulder. It appears that for some it is a good anti-anxiety.
I only take benzos in extreme emergency as I have a history of substance abuse.
To recap, if you could let me know if you think my plan for tapering off Lithium is okay and any inputs on Depakote and Lyrica in helping panic disorder. I don't know if the Seroquel is causing my anxiety, but it sure knocks me out at night.
Thanks for your help.
Posted by Phillipa on November 9, 2007, at 12:13:10
In reply to Tapering off Lithium + Depakote Questions, posted by BetterDays on November 9, 2007, at 10:43:27
I've heard lyrica is good for both anxiety and pain. So it might be a good choice. As far as lithium and seroquel sounds strange to have panic attacks have you tried the drug checker? What does your pdoc say? Phillipa
Posted by BetterDays on November 9, 2007, at 12:54:00
In reply to Re: Tapering off Lithium + Depakote Questions » BetterDays, posted by Phillipa on November 9, 2007, at 12:13:10
Hi Phillipa,
I totally agree- I find it odd that I am having panic attacks with the Lithium and Seroquel. I was open to the idea that I may be causing the panic attacks myself, so gave this new med mix over 2 weeks. But I'm even having the attacks in the safety of my home, so am pretty certain that it is one of the two medications that I'm taking.
I've read some threads in this forum that Depakote helps a lot with panic, so thought I would give that a try. Am hoping a low dose won't cause massive weight gain :-(.
I have an appt with my PDOC Monday, I can't wait!
> I've heard lyrica is good for both anxiety and pain. So it might be a good choice. As far as lithium and seroquel sounds strange to have panic attacks have you tried the drug checker? What does your pdoc say? Phillipa
Posted by Phillipa on November 9, 2007, at 20:11:30
In reply to Re: Tapering off Lithium + Depakote Questions, posted by BetterDays on November 9, 2007, at 12:54:00
Well I wish you much luck and hope it works well for you. Keep us posted. Phillipa
Posted by UgottaHaveHope on November 15, 2007, at 2:11:43
In reply to Re: Tapering off Lithium + Depakote Questions, posted by BetterDays on November 9, 2007, at 12:54:00
BetterDays:
Been thinking about you. Hope you are feeling better. What did your pdoc say?
You know a lot of these meds (Nardil) have terrible side effects that go away with time and then the med works. Have you tried Lamitcal?
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