Posted by morgan miller on July 27, 2011, at 11:13:22
In reply to calling ZYPREXA, posted by B2chica on July 26, 2011, at 14:02:25
The problem I have with this polypharmacy is that you are taking a powerful stimulant like adderall, which might be making it necessary for you to take some of the other medications. Or, your condition is less stable and some of the meds are not as effective because of the adderall. I bet with time, you could find a way to function well and feel better, more stable, without something like adderally in your regimen. Adderall cannot be good for anyone with a disorder that involves mood swings or psychosis.
I'm sure you have tried lithium and depakote. How did you do on these? Did you take time to try to find a dose that was still somewhat effective without unbearable side effects? Did you know you have to take L-carnitine and folate when you are on Depakote? And folate and maybe inositol when you are on a reasonable dose of Lithium? You see, doctors neglect to talk about these things. Another reason why I'm totally disappointed in the field of psychiatry.
Morgan
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