Disorder Questions (Page 12)

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... 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

Anxiety caused by urge incontinence - how can I stop it?

I'm a 23 year old woman and for years now I've been struggling with overactive bladder disorder. When I was first diagnosed by a doctor he told me to try bladder training, which I did, and my symptoms improved to a somewhat more manageable state, but never truly went away. Now, over the... read more

Sleeping issue from paroxetine.

I have been taking paroxetine for one week for my mild depression and anxiety disorder. Now I am feeling very good, but I am unable to sleep at whole night, so can I stop the drug or what can I do for restoring my sleep?

Can BuSpar have an immediate effect?

I just started taking 10mg Buspar this morning for generalized anxiety disorder. I know this drug is supposed to take 2-4 weeks to reach its max potential. About 15 minutes after my first dose, I felt a calming effect come over me. Is this normal?

Is clozapine helpful for bipolar disorder?

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... 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

Panic Disorder - how well does Celexa (citalopram) work for panic attacks.

I am on diazepam but want to wean myself off. i am grieving because my ex walked away from my life about 7 months ago and we have a daughter together. i know I must feel to heal but need something to keep the panic attacks reduced..a crutch as you will.

Wellbutrin for energy and seasonal affective disorder, how effective?

I am currently weaning off my Paxil, because it have lead to conditions that have a huge impact on my health. My PCP recently said I’m pre-diabetic; I actually crave for so much carbs and sugar. I also had gotten a sleep study and found out that I average only 4% REM sleep. The Paxil has... read more

Amitriptyline - Anxiety/panic attacks /migraines?

Hi all Im wondering if someone could give me advice please I have been given amitriptyline for migraines off doctor . I have suffering with anxiety/ panic disorders .I have try so meny different meds for it like fluoxetine citalopram sertraline . But all of these make me really ill . They also make... read more

Panic disorder and anxiety disorder Prozac and Buspar?

I have very severe panic attacks that will cause me to shake uncontrollably and faint. My attacks are pretty painful but a pain that’s hard to describe. Anyway my doctor gave me 10mg of Prozac for anxiety with 5mg of Buspar due to my panic attacks. Does this work? I have tried Xanax before... 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

Abilify - Do these meds work? I am at a loss?

Anyone take Abilify, Lamictal & Wellbutrin for BPD, PTSD, major depressive disorder and anxiety? I'm currently on Wellbutrin & Lamictal, but I still get angry, anxious, paranoid and depressed. I also and so tired during the day. I function but I feel sluggish and want to lie down. I... read more

How long does take Topamax side effects?

I am 39 years old woman and I was diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder Type II. Therefore they prescribed me one terrible medication when I gained 20 kilos in 3 months. Horrible. Now my doctor prescribed me Topamax for improve my sleep and loose my weight. I am taking 50 mg only one week and I have... read more