Posted by loosmrbls on May 16, 2001, at 12:22:41
In reply to questions about meds - I'm new at this , posted by smylin on May 15, 2001, at 20:09:02
I think your doctor may be wanting to maximize the effect/dose of the Depakote before starting a new drug. This is very common. Is he going to get a blood level on you in a few days after the new dose?
I too have BP II (although my hypomanic episodes have all been antidepressant-induced) and Depakote was the first drug that worked for me. I am now on lithium too, but the response has been marginal.
As for the irritability, this is worrisome because it sounds like you are still impaired. Was your last episode mixed, manic, or depressed?
I would let your pdoc know this is a big issue (if you didn't already) and ask for help from friends or another doc/ER if things get out of hand. When is he going to see you again?
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