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Posted by Frustratedmama on July 17, 2009, at 7:29:58
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on July 15, 2009, at 17:27:31
Scott, hoping it helps you ALOT not just a little :)
FM
Posted by SLS on July 18, 2009, at 11:59:58
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium. » SLS, posted by Frustratedmama on July 17, 2009, at 7:29:58
> Scott, hoping it helps you ALOT not just a little :)
> FM
Thanks!I'm feeling better.
This is pretty cool.
- Scott
Posted by floatingbridge on July 18, 2009, at 13:01:44
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium. » Frustratedmama, posted by SLS on July 18, 2009, at 11:59:58
> > Scott, hoping it helps you ALOT not just a little :)
> > FM
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> Thanks!
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> I'm feeling better.
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> This is pretty cool.
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> - ScottYes, pretty cool! And potential protective / healing properties? Very cool!
best,
fb
Posted by SLS on July 25, 2009, at 11:24:48
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by floatingbridge on July 18, 2009, at 13:01:44
I have decided to push the dosage of lithium to 450mg. I feel like I can squeeze more benefit out of it.
Currently:Parnate 80mg
nortriptyline 150mg
Lamictal 200mg
Abilify 20mg
lithium 450mg
- Scott
Posted by floatingbridge on July 25, 2009, at 13:11:19
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on July 25, 2009, at 11:24:48
> I have decided to push the dosage of lithium to 450mg. I feel like I can squeeze more benefit out of it.
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> Currently:
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> Parnate 80mg
> nortriptyline 150mg
> Lamictal 200mg
> Abilify 20mg
> lithium 450mg
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> - ScottHi Scott
Thanks for the update--wishing you success....!
fb
Posted by SLS on August 3, 2009, at 13:13:27
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium. » SLS, posted by floatingbridge on July 25, 2009, at 13:11:19
I went up to 600mg of lithium two days ago.
I am feeling some real good stuff today. If I remain improved for two week, I expect to reach full remission. I can't help but to be optimistic.
Currently:
Parnate 80mg
nortriptyline 150mg
Lamictal 150mg
Abilify 20mg
lithium 600mg
- Scott
Posted by floatingbridge on August 3, 2009, at 14:08:05
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 3, 2009, at 13:13:27
w/fingers crossed for you!
fb
Posted by ColoradoSnowflake on August 3, 2009, at 14:53:19
In reply to Yay! Re: Going back to old-school - lithium. » SLS, posted by floatingbridge on August 3, 2009, at 14:08:05
Scott:
Wow! Wonderful news!!
You have certainly earned it!!
gayle
Posted by Frustratedmama on August 3, 2009, at 17:29:44
In reply to Re: Yay! Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by ColoradoSnowflake on August 3, 2009, at 14:53:19
Posted by SLS on August 3, 2009, at 17:47:16
In reply to Congratulations SLS!!!!!! :) (nm), posted by Frustratedmama on August 3, 2009, at 17:29:44
This is so cool.
:-)
I hope it lasts.
- Scott
Posted by Phillipa on August 3, 2009, at 20:31:09
In reply to Re: Congratulations SLS!!!!!! :), posted by SLS on August 3, 2009, at 17:47:16
Seriously me too. Love Phillipa
Posted by SLS on August 5, 2009, at 11:23:45
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 3, 2009, at 13:13:27
> I went up to 600mg of lithium two days ago.
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> I am feeling some real good stuff today. If I remain improved for two week, I expect to reach full remission. I can't help but to be optimistic.The past two days have not been as good. I can still feel the lithium doing something possitive, but I am afraid that things might head in a negative reaction as the days proceed. I was tempted to go up to 900mg, but that is not yet the logical move. I'm going to try to continue with 600mg for a week before making any decisions. Being bipolar, perhaps I need to use bipolar dosages. That might put me at 1200mg.
I am not as optimistic as I was two days ago, but I am far from being pessimistic. Of course, this can change very quickly.
- Scott
Posted by floatingbridge on August 5, 2009, at 11:39:43
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 5, 2009, at 11:23:45
hang in there--my fingers are still crossed for you
fb
Posted by Phillipa on August 5, 2009, at 19:49:07
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 5, 2009, at 11:23:45
Scott have you had lithium levels checked yet? Phillipa
Posted by Frustratedmama on August 6, 2009, at 7:40:42
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 5, 2009, at 11:23:45
I am hoping that it was just a bad day for you and that you are doing better..... You deserve to feel well! Good luck! :) Thinking of you!
Posted by SLS on August 7, 2009, at 12:59:34
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by Frustratedmama on August 6, 2009, at 7:40:42
> I am hoping that it was just a bad day for you and that you are doing better..... You deserve to feel well! Good luck! :) Thinking of you!
Today is better. What a pleasant surprise. Thanks for your support.
I think I ought to commit to continuing with lithium 600mg for a few weeks before seeing my doctor next and evaluating my experience with this dosage. To practice what I preach, I need to be patient and give this medication time to work. I should expect ups and downs. It is likely to take months before I approach remission. These drugs have a lot of ground to cover.
I am again optimistic by what I am feeling.
- Scott
Posted by Frustratedmama on August 8, 2009, at 9:34:30
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 7, 2009, at 12:59:34
Great news and keep us posted! I know I had a few down days this week....but the irritability is still much less than a month ago so I will take what I can get right now! Here's hopin we both have better days ahead!
Posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:01:20
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by Frustratedmama on August 8, 2009, at 9:34:30
This sucks.
Lithium pooped-out.
This sucks.
I think I feel marginally better at 600mg. I might stay on lithium indefinitely as a neuroprotective and inducer of neurogenesis.
This sucks.
- Scott
Posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:02:38
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:01:20
Did I mention that this sucks?
- Scott
Posted by ColoradoSnowflake on August 11, 2009, at 9:08:02
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:02:38
Scott:
That REALLY sucks!
I'm sorry to hear this bad news. Now what??
Best wishes to you,
gayle
Posted by floatingbridge on August 11, 2009, at 12:26:15
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:01:20
Oh cr*p. I'm very sorry, Scott. Are you sure?
fb
Posted by morganator on August 11, 2009, at 17:22:38
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:02:38
Sorry to hear that..Hope you find another solution soon
Posted by ricker on August 11, 2009, at 18:39:39
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:01:20
> This sucks.
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> Lithium pooped-out.
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> This sucks.
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> I think I feel marginally better at 600mg. I might stay on lithium indefinitely as a neuroprotective and inducer of neurogenesis.
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Scott, I agree, stay with it! I'm the first to claim "poop out" after a successful run. Heck, just last week I was thinking the lamictal/zyprexa was pooping out? A week later and I'm feeling fine again so maybe it's just a hiccup?I'm pulling for ya my friend.
Take care, Rick
Posted by Phillipa on August 11, 2009, at 22:36:01
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by ricker on August 11, 2009, at 18:39:39
Sure does Suck. Phillipa
Posted by Ron Hill on August 12, 2009, at 23:29:07
In reply to Re: Going back to old-school - lithium., posted by SLS on August 11, 2009, at 6:01:20
> Lithium pooped-out.
> I think I feel marginally better at 600mg. I might stay on lithium indefinitely as a neuroprotective and inducer of neurogenesis.> - Scott
Hi Scott,
Obviously I'm sorry to hear it.
I agree with Rick; stick with it. The efficacy may return. Or not.
-- Ron
dx: Bipolar II ultra rapid cycler and mild OCPD
600 mg/day Trileptal
200 mg/day Lamictal
500 mg/day Keppra
90 mg/day Nardil
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