Posted by salarmy4me on October 14, 2000, at 3:57:27
In reply to Neurontin and bipolar disorder, posted by Jessica on October 13, 2000, at 15:57:41
> I am bipolar and am considering a switch from Lithium
> to Neurontin after 9 years on lithium and had a few
> questions. Has anyone been on Neurontin while on birth
> control pills and what are the side effects if any?
> (On lithium, I can't tolerate any birth control pills
> and my doc said Neurontin would be better).
> Also, how well Neurontin control mood swings?
> And finally, is alcohol consumption prohibited or can
> you have a glass of something on occassion?
> Thanks for your help.I think that you will really like Neurontin. I
was on it for six months for regular depression.
It worked like a charm. It does not interfere
with birth control, and I've never heard of an
alcohol restriction. I never had any side-effects.
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> Jessica
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