Bipolar Disorder Questions (Page 10)

Does Lyrica have an anti-depressant effect?

I have both type-2 bipolar disorder and fibromyalgia. My bipolar control has been iffy the last year and a half. My MPH is reluctant to play with SSNRIs anymore since I'm on 100 mg of Pristiq -- too worried about serotonin syndrome. Late last year, my PCP decided fibromyalgia was playing an... read more

Best way to switch from Duloxetine (Cymbalta) to Fluoxetine (Prozac)?

I've recently been prescribed 20mg Prozac instead of my daily 30mg Cymbalta, to hopefully help with the relentless fatigue. I understand Cymbalta is SNRI, and Prozac SSRI. Can I clean switch to Prozac? Do I start Prozac whilst tapering off Cymbalta? Or do I taper off Cymbalta entirely first,... read more

Can a man taking depakote cause children to have birth defects and disabilities I have 3 kids same?

... dad all have disabilities from seizures to cerebral palsey Autism Adhd bipolar schitzofrinia cognitive disorder wheel chair bound to name a few

Abilify, Wellbutrin XL, and Lamictal?

Hello everyone. This is my first post here. I'm looking for some insight as far as what is normal when starting a new med. To avoid a terribly long story, I will say that I believe I'm being treated for bipolar 2. I have never experienced this before hence my confusion about the diagnosis.... read more

Quetiapine - What if I stop taking Seroquel?

Latuda causing drowsiness?

Im on 80mg with 300mg of lamictal. Adding latuda is working beautifully, but I notice I gradually taper off at the end of the night over a few hours. Because of that I'm not taking it with dinner (I have kids and need to be awake). I also notice I'm groggy when I wake up, and the drowsiness is... read more

Mirtazapine - mirtazapine and weight gain?

Hi guys, how many pounds did you gain for taking mirtazapine approximately?

Is there list of drugs that will cause a false positive urine test for amphedimins/methanphedimins?

My daughter is on probation and must take urine tests. She is also on several medications for her bipolar and other mental issues. She tested positive for amphedimines or methamphedimines. She has not used any illegal drugs and is willing to take a hair test. We do not understand how she tested... read more

I have to wean myself off lamictal (anti-seizure and mood stabilizer). I take it w/ zoloft. pls help

I take zoloft and lamictal to treat depression and anxiety. I've lost my job and health insurance and subsequently can't afford the cost of lamitcal per month. I am staying on the zoloft. My Dr. advised me to cut the mg in half over the next 2 weeks but warned of the small chance I could have a... read more

What are the effects of taking Tramadol and Lexapro together?

Tramadol-pain Lexapro-mood,anxiety,depression these were taken together any major side effects from the combo?

Does Lamictal make you sleepy like Geodon?

Lamictal sounds like a great medication for bipolar. I was just diagnoised 3 wks ago?I have heard so many good things about Lamictal. Did anyone try Geodon before trying Lamictal? I was so sleepy all the time with the Geodon. Does Lamictal have the same side effects?

Is it possible that seroquel can make you more edgy or intense?

I am on 50 mg, newly prescribed about a month ago. I did sleep deeply at first, even came down 1/3 of my Ativan dose. However... I am experiencing intense anger, and the lethargy is so miserable to deal with. I have bipolar disorder, and suffer from racing thoughts in the middle of the night. At... read more

Bipolar Medications, PTSD Medications,OCT medications?

Hi, Im only new and just been diagnosed with Bipolar,OCD,PTSD Ive been give medication called Zoloft, and only been taking it for 2days.. Any advice or experience with Bipolar,OCD,PTSD, and any information on what types of medications work. What are the best medication for Bipolar? What are the... read more

Does Trileptal make you gain weight?

I am taking Trileptal for mood stabilization for Bipolar Disorder. He claims it's the only mood stabilizer that doesn't cause weight gain. Has that been you experience on the drug?

Switching from Ambien to Restoril?

Since I started the Wellbutrin I haven slept more than 4 hours at a time... Although it has helped over all in the day... just sucks at night... Now my doctor wants to switch from Ambien to Restoril... I've never heard of Restoril. I am really scared to try it. I've read the side effects but don't... read more