Bipolar Disorder Questions (Page 32)

Is clozapine helpful for bipolar disorder?

Lamotrigine and muscle pain?

I have been taking 50 mg of Lamotrigine a day, 25 mg in the morning and 25 mg in the evening. I have been taking these meds for about two weeks now, I have noticed throughout the last week I’ve had a really bad hip pain and upper leg pain, a little bit of shoulder pain. It feels like it’s more of a ... read more

Bipolar disorder and ADD/ADHD.

I have bipolar depression and ADD (not ADHD) I’m on 50mg Mydayis, 150mg bupropion 10mg Ambien for insomnia, bupropion wasn’t working so my doc increased it to 150mg extended release and I feel a lot better. Does anyone have a similar situation and dealt with amphetamines and bipolar meds?

Venlafaxine - Has anyone with biolar condition taken Effexor and did it help?

I have a relative who is bipolar and she is having trouble with getting on the right antidepressant. Was wondering if Effexor would help her?

Will my bipolar 2 benefit from the combination of Latuda and Abilify?

I’ve been diagnosed with bipolar2 and it has been recommended that I switch from Celexa to Latuda in combination with my current prescription of Abilify. The interaction chart says moderate drug interactions may occur but the benefits may outweigh those risks. Any one have any knowledge of how t... read more

What if you dont need Geodon?

Was wondering my boyfriend ex-girlfriend used to give him the pill Geodon and I was wondering if it could cause you to have bipolar illness or schizophrenia could it cause problems in the long run not taking anymore I was just curious

Divalproex sodium ER vs Lamictal?

My husband takes divalproex sodium ER for bipolar and jerking but now his tremors are worse. If he changes to Lamictal, will he still experience tremors?

Celexa for mood/ bipolar?

I am borderline bipolar 2 I was taking some bipolar mood medication‘s but they were not working out so I was already on 10 mg of Celexa for anxiety which seem to help somewhat but I’m wondering if Celexa helps mood disorders and I’m not talking about mood disorder meaning depression and anxiety I’m ... read more

Drug interactions - multiple drugs - multiple conditions. Advice?

I take several medications for the following conditions: bipolar disorder, ADHD, hypothyroidism, GERD, and migraine headaches. My current medications are: Lithium Carbonate ER - total daily mg = 600 Adderall - total daily mg = 45 mirtazapine - total daily mg = 45 famotidine - total daily mg = 40... read more

Quetiapine - When will this drowsiness subside?

I am on 100mg everynight I am gradually being moved up to 200mg nightly. My doctor prescribed the medicine for the diagnosis of bipolar disorder and insomnia.But the drowsiness is horrible and I am waking up in the morning very foggy. I am having alot of trouble waking up for work. Will the... read more

Abilify - Been prescribed but worried to take. Very sensitive to side effects but need and want...

... improvement.

I would like to ask a question about the relation between Synthroid dose, and lithium dose.

How can I distinguish hyperthyroidism from hypomania? I can no longer tolerate lithium and at 0 level, with Synthroid still taken at 0.112, I get excessive hyperactivity, energy, hunger, tremors, and anxiety. This happens after taking the Synthroid in a.m. and is palliated by lithium, which has now... read more

Saphris - How much weight gain is expected to occur on Secuado patch?

I started using the Secuado transdermal patch about 6 weeks ago. It is the dermal form of Saphris. How much weight gain is expected. I seem to be gaining weight even though I am eating healthy.

Did anyone else throw up with latuda?

I have been diagnosed with bi polar manic depression and anxiety. I have been struggling to find a medicine regimen that worked. I was on latuda and what I kept down actually was working. I took my self off with my doctor because I couldn't stop throwing up. I am never happy and all i want to do is... read more

Latuda - This drug is way too strong for me?

The FDA and other reputable medical institutions have approved it for Bilpolar Disorder. As for diabetics, it spiked my blood sugar from 7 to 21 on my meter on initiating 20mg dose, all other factors remaining the same. Also, if medical professionals are concerned about benzodiazepines causing... read more