Calling all bipolar people! Please tell me what kind of medicine you take

Curious L ...... · #1 (**permalink**) 03-15-2008, 07:45 PM

and how it has helped you ? Ok I'm 39 female and bipolar. I am currently only taking Lamictal because I had some issues with my medicines recently. I am hoping you will share what kinds of medicine you take and what it has done to help you live your life. All contributions greatly appreciated! Thanks!!

Elizabeth · #2 (**permalink**) 03-15-2008, 07:46 PM

ABILIFY medicine.
my friends mom takes it and helps her mood and reduces manic relapse.

gsmom · #3 (**permalink**) 03-15-2008, 07:46 PM

i have been on two different meds both successful neurontin w/adderall But more successful with combination of topamax w/adderal for over 7 years Now with only one very short relapse.Recently adding abilfy for (SAD)Seasonal affective disorder which has also helped.But Topamax & Adderal combo with Therapy has been the Biggest success to date.
Best of luck.Yes i too am in my 30's

Paul · #4 (**permalink**) 03-15-2008, 07:48 PM

Lamictal, lithium, risperidone, plus others for anxiety. The risperidone is most useful in a manic for me. (Olanzapine would also work.)
Lamictal is newer, but shows a lot of potential.
Effexor and other SNRIs, SSRIs can make mania and/or psychosis worse.

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