Posted by loosmrbls on May 31, 2001, at 11:17:03
In reply to Tired of chronic BP II misery, posted by loosmrbls on May 29, 2001, at 12:50:44
Just spoke with pdoc over the phone. Because there is has been so much med-switching in the past, he is pretty insistent we keep things stable and see how it goes. I really can't argue against that. If we add or change a new med and things chenge, it will be impossible to lay the blame anywhere.
So right now I am staying on Remeron 30mg (no sedation at this dose, increased appetite), Depakote 1500mg (slight heartburn and increased appetite, but no sedation or tremor as other people complain about), and Klonopin 0.5mg as needed every 6 hours for agitation.If, after 4-6 weeks, I still am requiring a lot of Klonopin due to agitation then I will call the AD trial a failure and probably add Neurontin. If my thinking is still off (and I know exactly what you are talking about with the "fogginess" and ADD adding to the frustration), then an amphetamine will be in order.
Right now, I want to address the bipolar disorder, especially the depressive aspect, because this can also cause loss of concentration and intellect. Have to eliminate this before figuring out if ADD characteristics are playing a role. I am convinced I have ADD.
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