Posted by Red Sonja on December 6, 2003, at 14:40:05
In reply to Re: Neurontin as a mood stabilizer-max. dose? » Chaston, posted by Wendy B. on October 17, 2001, at 10:46:01
Hi, I just joined this group. I have been diagnosed as Bipolar with suicidal tendencies. I am currently taking 3600mg Neurontin + 3mg Risperdal as mode stabilizers. They seem to be doing better than when I was on Lithium with Neurontin.
Unfortunately I am also disabled (Fibromyalgia and CFS) and waiting for Medicare to kick in. My current psychiatrist claims that the Neurontin does NOT help as a mode stabilizer (or antidepressant or antianxiety med) and is refusing to cover it under my states mental health care system. Neurontin is so expensive that I can't afford to purchase it myself either.
Is there any new research showing the effecy of Neurontin in treating Bipolar symptoms? I am thinking of the list of positive research articles: "Posted by SalArmy4me on March 12, 2001, at 12:29:26". Is there any newer research?? Much thanks. I would love to hear from SalArmy4me.....
Thanks
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