Posted by SheilaC on August 26, 2009, at 10:30:01
In reply to Re: SLS - Re: Mood Stabilizer for BPII?, posted by SLS on August 26, 2009, at 8:20:42
> > Now, why do you think that you need a mood stabilizer in the first place?
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> Never mind. I can see why from reading your previous posts. Also, I see that Lamictal is not an option.
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> Topamax 100mg might be an option. It works well for bipolar II mixed states. Also, lithium in low dosages acts as an antidepressant. I need to find out if its effects on the kidneys and thyroid are dose-dependant. One doctor I asked said that they were not dose-dependent. I am still dubious, though. If these effects are dose-dependent, then I don't think you would have much to fear from the low dosages used depression.
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> I like Abilify for bipolar depression.
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> - Scott
Scott, what about carbamazepine or the time released version of it, Equetro for a mood stabilizer? I loved Abilify, but hated the severe bloating.I took Trileptal years ago and they only issue I had with it was that it messed with my periods. Now I am in surgical menopause so I take estrogen.
I've never taken carbamazepine before.
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