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Abilify and raised blood sugar levels?
I take abilify, seroquel and Molipaxin. I seem to have undergone some metabolic change. I am a type 2 Diabetic with a mood swing disorder. I am also going through the menopause and have PCOS, Endometriosis, CKD (acquired from Lithium), chronic pain and Fibromyalgia, a rare blood group. My blood... read more
Anger management - I am pretty much over the hill but I picked up a lot of anger and frustration...
... over the last few years. I thought that I would start feeling better but that doesn't seem to be happening at all. I have been diagnosed with bi-polar and I'm presently taking venlafaxine 75mg four times a day along with bupropion 150mg 2 times a day. It used to work, but not so much as of... read more
Lamictal and seizure side effects.
I am starting out now on 25mg to work up to probably 150. I am taking for a mood disorder but not full bipolar. I also have a seizure disorder that I’ve not had a seizure since 1994 and they are caused by strobe light effects. So here I am with this medication that is suppose to help with my mood a... read more
Unsure if I should take another clonidine?
Been on clonidine 0.1mg for over 1 year. Tonight I have a BP of 154/92. Heart rate 96. Should I take another clonidine If BP stays elevated? Also have headache. 24 hours since last drink.
Lamictal - Ototoxic medication or clonidine?
Can anyone tell me if Lamictal can cause hearing/ problems? I started clonidine and Lamictal at the same time and my ears keep plugging and unplugging and I don’t know why. I already have tinnitus but this is different and I am going crazy.
Bupropion - generic for Wellbutrin XL?
I'm a male that has been on Wellbutrin XL for over 10 years. Now my insurance company says they will no longer pay for the name brand that I have to take the generics for my bi-polar disorder. Does anyone have any advice which generic has worked the best or is the closest as the name band?
Lithium and Synthroid interaction?
Does anyone know if lithium suppresses or destroys thyroxine hormone production? I am curious about this interaction, because reducing lithium (medical advice) for short periods of times, with Synthroid remaining at same dose, hyperactivity, insomnia, and tingling seem to increase. How can we... read more
How long should I wait after taking my methocarbamol and Tylenol #3 before I take my quetiapine?
I was in extreme pain and took my Tylenol #3 and methocarbamol. I take quetiapine at night for my bipolar. How long should I wait after taking my pain meds before I take my night meds?
Sertraline side effects getting worse after 6 weeks suicidal thoughts not going?
Are suicidal feelings a normal side effect on sertraline and after 6 weeks still feeling nausea suicidal etc but increased dose to 75 after 4 weeks of 50 I am worried about my daughter as she feels so worthless and suicidal I am worried she may act on it not sure if this is the right medication for... read more
Depakote & tinnitus anyone?
Has anyone dealt with getting ringing in the ears with depakote? I already have tinnitus and afraid the medication will make it worse. It’s 250 er. Supposed to help with a few issues I have.
Does prazosin 1 mg cause confusion. Or loosing balance?
Making this medication for approximately 5 to 6 nights as the doctor prescribed. Since then I've had confusion unbalanced and still some nightmares related to my PTSD I am a veteran. Is this a normal side effect of this medication or should I call the doctor. Do you have to build up a tolerance for... read more
Chronic prophylactic treatment in psychiatric meds, especially lithium. Is a daily dose necessary?
Often maximum therapeutic levels necessary in bipolar disorder? The cyclical nature of manic depression has lapses of 3 to sometimes years of "episodes". A daily dose inevitably has an effect on the heart, skin, brain, and especially the kidneys. Once again, I have mentioned before that Dr. Mogens... read more
How long does it take to notice a change on anxiety and bipolar II disorder with Lamictal?
I have been on Lexapro, desvenlafaxine and am now on Prozac for anxiety and recently discovered I have bipolar II disorder. None of the antidepressants have worked and I am wondering if I should be hopeful in trusting lamictal and risperidone to work for my anxiety and mood swings? I am feeling... read more
What happens if there is a Central Nervous System therapeutic duplication?
Patient is currently taking lamotrigine, Seroquel (quetiapine) and gabapentin for Bipolar 1 and anxiety attacks due to PTSD. Would like to take Nurtec for migraines. This web site warns against taking 4 medications that affect the Central Nervous System. Thanks for any help.
Lamotrigine - Do the symptoms reduce on lamotrigine?
I’ve started lamotrigine 2 weeks ago. I have just increased to 50mg. I have been nauseous, irritable, can’t concentrate, can’t sleep. Wondering if I should also have the tablet in the morning and not the night? I don’t want to continue the tablets but feel like I have no other option. Thanks
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