Bipolar Disorder Questions (Page 25)

Does Wellbutrin make you gain weight?

I've been put on many different medications for anxiety and manic depression and most of them made me gain weight or make me feel even more depressed, my new doctor prescribed me Wellbutrin today so I'm taking 150mg xl for 7 days and then after that 300 mg every day. My question is, does... read more

Sertraline - increasing dosage from 50 mg to 75 mg?

How long does it generally take to feel benefits from increase in dosage? I have been on 50 mg for 2 months and appeared to be experiencing a down swing of moods (not huge but enough for my doctor to increase the dose slightly)

Teva clonazepam wafers vs pills?

I was put on Teva Klonopin 2 years ago for anxiety, agoraphobia and insomnia. The Teva 1mg worked WONDERS. No side effects, I got a good job and slept great. Any panic I got I could settle down on my own. They stopped making the Teva brand pill... they switched it to Actavis which made me so sick I... read more

Does Latuda have to be taken with 350 calories?

I’ve been taking 20 mg of Latuda for 1 month. To my understanding, Latuda doesn’t absorb into your system unless taken with food. I tried taking it with dinner but I get way too sleepy and drowsy and end up falling asleep much earlier than intended (I have issues with hypersomnia so... read more

What can I do as an American who takes Wellbutrin moving to the UK?

I am bipolar 2, and take Lamictal 300 XR and Wellbutrin 150 XL. It has been a very effective combination for me, which I am extremely grateful for. I was struggling to find medications that helped me live a productive life for ten years, and covered most classes of anti-depressants before ending up... read more

Seroquel - Weight gain on what dosage?

Weight gain on what dose of the medicine where taking?

Can you drink 350 calories for Latuda?

I know to absorb Latuda you must eat 350 calories. What I'm wondering is what consistent see it must be. Can I drink a protein shake with milk and a banana if it equals 350 calories? Doctors and pharmacists have no answer for me. Has anyone dealt with this?

Can Lamictal help with ruminating thoughts? I have OCD, PTSD, anxiety and bipolar depression.

SSRI’s don’t do anything for me but make me more anxious and depressed. My doctor is suggesting Lamictal. I am struggling to get through each day. Any thoughts? Thank you

How to take lithium for better results?

I take lithium 900 mg (3 pills of 300 mg) at night before sleep. Is it OK to take them all in one time? What is the maximum dose of the drug? Is it better to divide the drug twice? Once in the morning and once in the evening? Will it have a greater impact on bipolar disorder? Will it get me down if... read more

Bipolar Disorder - Does anyone know why olanzapine (Zyprexa) causes people to gain weight?

Should this side effect wear off?

Does anyone know if feeling spaced out and feeling confused is a know side effect of lamotrigine? I can't find anyone describe this symptom. I had no problems at 50 mg but 100 mg has been terrible for a week now. Is there a possibility it will fade out or should I stop. Help please

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

Lamictal - How long to kick in and what dose ?

How much did you have to take and how long before you felt anything? I'm on day 12 of of 25mg and I don't feel a thingy but my friend felt it at 25mgs. She's on 150 now but had had benefits since 25 mgs, I'm kind of jealous lol looking for that quietness in my mind. For mood... read more

Bipolar Disorder - I have bipolar and I am feeling so hopeless.

My psychiatrist just changed my meds and I will be starting Lamictal and Viibryd. I am already taking Lithium and several vitamins. I’m at my lowest ever. Does it get better or am I destined to always feel this way?

Does Lamictal help ADHD/ADD?

Just wondering is all.