Posted by JohnX2 on March 19, 2002, at 20:37:50
In reply to Re: Lithium for BPII or cyclothymia? NEED HELP, posted by Geezer on March 19, 2002, at 19:03:13
Hi Geezer,I may be jumping on the lithium train.
I can't seem to sustain an AD response without going hypomania. W/o the AD the lamictal wasn't
cuttin it though. You think the lithium will calm the seas?Best wishes
John
> > Sorry, I forgot to add my last question. It seems that my main trouble with SSRI's was that they'd make me emotionally numb, which would in turn cause me to turn to alcohol and drugs to FEEL something. Likewise, depakote and neurontin stabilized me, but below the normal level, so I was as a result more depressed and withdrawn (what I call the 'wet blanket effect'). This doctor Klein told me that Lithium is different-that it really evens out the mood without unwanted sedation or emotional numbness. Has anyone seen this to be the case with Lithium?
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> Peter
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> Hi Peter,
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> Let me begin by saying my current treatment is at the same point as yours and my past drug history is very similar to yours. Drugs taken are very similar with a few additions and subtractions. I think Dr. Klien has hit the mark, although I can't give you any real positive news as yet. I have been on 1000mg. of Depakote since last Nov. and have worked up to 900mg. of Lithium over the past two weeks. The past week was the first week in 20 years I have not taken antidepressants. Will keep you posted
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