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when will it ever end?
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when will it ever end?
by crystal anne shell, May 21, 2000 12:00AM
im on depacote 2500 zyprexa EFFEXOR 150. aND WAS TAKING ativan. I was so happy I thought I was all better for about a month then all of a sudden I fill like its all starting back.wanting to cut myself. having racing thoughts anxiety,death thoughts seeing things when will it ever end? do I need a new medication? IM bipolar mixed states and possibly pyshcotic. can you help me?
Doctor's Answer
by HFHS MD-JM, May 22, 2000 12:00AM
Crystal,
Bipolar disorder is a chronic mental illness characterized by extreme moodswings. Moodstabilizing agents like Depakote and Lithium are the mainstay of treatment. A second agent in additon to depakote could be considered based on your current Depakote level and tolerability. The key with treating Bipolar disorder is to get good control early on to prevent or minimize further mood episodes from occuring. Please speak with your treating psychiatrist about options. Good luck.
Sincerely,
HFHS MD-JM
Bipolar disorder is a chronic mental illness characterized by extreme moodswings. Moodstabilizing agents like Depakote and Lithium are the mainstay of treatment. A second agent in additon to depakote could be considered based on your current Depakote level and tolerability. The key with treating Bipolar disorder is to get good control early on to prevent or minimize further mood episodes from occuring. Please speak with your treating psychiatrist about options. Good luck.
Sincerely,
HFHS MD-JM
Hange in there! Because believe me I am a miracle. I am still alive.