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I am 31 and been on bipolar meds for 15 years now on cymbalta and topamax but they are causing my blood pressure to drop to low anyone know of any other meds that may help cant take depokate or lithium allergic thanks for the help
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I take 30 mg. of mirtazapine (Remeron)  with 50 mg. Lamactil. I also take xanax in a low dose (currently weaning off), and use Ambien 10 mg. for sleep. (which I am also going to wean off of.)

Overall, they are effective, but mirtazapine has appetite issues (you always want to snack so you have to really watch weight - already gained about 15 lbs. in 1 yr.).

Good luck working with your Dr. on this...

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I take Lamictal & Lexapro in combo.  They are a good team if you ask me but the point is you have to find out what works best for you.  Consult you dr and make him/her know that you want better.    Shane
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Have you thought about Lamictal or Celexa. They seem to work well for me. Of course I am not a doctor, so you definitely want to find out when he/she thinks.

Good Luck and God Bless

Barb
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