I know this is very very rare. But I figure I would let you guys know what to look for. I have been having a really rough time with psychiatrists so I actually had to ask a question to "doctor...
Hey Sheryl, I think you are going to experience the same with ativan as you do with klonopin. As the differences among them are not as drastic as the SSRIs. If you like the prozac and it worked good...
Sheryl, I am so sorry sweetie. I had some good info but I just lost it. by accidently hitting cancel. I will finish it tomorrow I just have a really really important interview I have to prepare for....
this only other one I see them using in children is lithium. But that has bad side effects as well. Possibly worse than the depakote, but lithium can be very effective if you find the depakote...
yeah sheryl it seems to me like with that combination mood stabilizers are first line. But I'm still looking. Sorry I had to redo my cv and applied to two places almost three but got fed up with the...
No problem Sheryl. I know you have been struggling with both your children for a long time. And this is something that interests me as I see a lot of children recieve these medications. It's...
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=10755581&dopt=Abstract I'm really trying to look into this but it's taking time as your situation is very...
Well, I'm very in experienced at using these medications in children. I did find a neat web site, that has "ask an expert" on it. http://www.aboutourkids.org/aboutour/articles/guidetopsychmeds.html...
sweetie, I'm sorry I'm here. But it'll take me awhile to read....
I'm sorry I deal with this every day. It's probably something with your insurance. If you are suppose to have insurance, you can pay cash for some of your medicine and be re-imbursed later, when...
Hi SYM, I love lamictal. I was diagnosed with bipolar II a few years ago and that is one of few medications I was willing to try. It seems to be the best at helping my depression. It was orginially...
Awe, You guys are so sweet, I love you all!!!!!! I am doing good, I have my ups and downs, but I'm still up. I'm sorry I haven't been posting to med questions, getting a little burnt out at work, and...
Well Luv, As you know medications can do different things to everyone. And I'm not sure if what is happening to you is because of the meds or not. If it is it's not very common with lamictal,...
Hey Nickie, I know shannon's opinion on SSRIs and she is extremely knowledgable and I respect her SO much. However, the SSRIs and bipolar is VERY controversial and the studies that exist are not very...
Hi Robert, I am not on Seroquel, but here is some good information. http://www.psycheducation.org/depression/meds/quetiapine.htm I hope this helps a little. Dana...
Hey Shannon, Thanks for the concern. I am taking everyone's responses in and still pondering what I'm going to do. I'm still having my moments, but I'm still not ready to jump on a mood stabilizer. I...
Hi Laura, Nice to see you. No need to appoligize. We definately understand the funk!!!!! Dana /community/emoticons/smurf.gif ...
First and foremost I love all of you guys here. And I am SO happy to see the bipolar forum active. It is so nice to have a place to vent and to shair. Shannon, Nickie, Pattie, Shannon, Nurs2b,...
I went home to my parents for a few days, therefore haven't had the chance to respond to many posts. It seems like we're running on emotions again here, which I would like to post about , but don't...
Just and FYI, there is epi (or something similar) in the novacaine to keep it localized - by constricting the blood vessels. This constriction can increase your heart rate and increase anxiety. I've...
Hey Ladies!!!!! Here goes: Movies 1. Catch me if you can 2. Beautiful Mind 3. Stake out 4. Second hand lions 5. Finding Nemo /community/emoticons/tongue.gif Colors RED!!!! I'm with you sandra and...
Very well put Shannon (psych nurse) the "bp paranoia/persecution complex" that's perfect!!!! And Shannon (nrs2b) Hang in there sweetie. It's really good to hear from you. I will definately have to...
So I haven't figured out what's gone wrong here yet, but I know that it is EXTREMELY easy to get misunderstood here. And I know we are all so sensitive including myself. I always have to try and...
(((((((((((((((((((((((((Patti)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))*hugs I wish more than anything that you could have/adopt a child, but I know that is something you and your husband have to work out. We...
I am saying they are a bad idea. I don't think they are safe. And I'm not a fan, I would love to loose weight myself. But the diet pills are not the way to go....
Thank you both, I upped my zoloft, and I think just time. I started making myself do things, which helped a little. I am still depressed, but not in utter despair like I was. and Patti to answer your...
Hi bloo, wow you've really had a rough time. I am so glad you found HW. we are really a good group here and I think you will find a lot of support. I also have lupus, and the rash in the sun thing...
Hello guys, I know I haven't been very active in the forum lately. I was just extremely depressed and didn't feel like doing much of anything. But I am feel a little better. And hope to start...
Hey kitty, Some diet pills (actually a lot of diet pills) speed up your heart rate, therefore increasing your metabolism. This will worsen anxiety. And MAOIs (mono amine oxidase Inhibitors) are...
Hi Patti, Thanks for the intro. I am currently trying to get pregnant, and therefore off most of my meds. Which I know psych nurse is not happy about /community/emoticons/nono.gif . You'd think I'd...
/community/emoticons/eyes.gif ((((((((((((((((((Nickie))))))))))))))))))) hugs, I know you need lots of hugs right now sister as you are going through this time of greif and loss. And I wish I could...
((((((((((((((((((Shannon)))))))))))))))))))))) hugs Sounds like the funk is going around /community/emoticons/eyes.gif I hope it leaves you soon. I'm sorry you were "testy" with your hubby. I do...
Dave and Shannon, Thank you both for the information. I'll respond more tomorrow as I have to get going to work. But thank you very much for your research. Lots of love, Dana :)...
Thanks psychnurse, I will definately take your advice. I'm currently going insane /community/emoticons/eyes.gif ...
((((((((((((((((((Kitty))))))))))))))))))) hugs /community/emoticons/eyes.gif You sound like your doing terrible, I wish I could be there to help you get out of the dreadful funk. Pepper has some...
You guys are all great. And this is a fun thread!!!!!! - Thank you kitty for starting it. Shannon I really appreciate you being here. You are very inciteful. (I don't know how to spell that word -...
1) After watching people not understand my mothers illness, being personally judged and loosing a job due to mine, and dealing with people every day I have developed a hated of people. Unfortunately....
It can go either way or not at all. It is very dependent on the person. And the newer atypical antipsychotics (i.e. abilify) seem to have less effect on weight....
Hey lmw, I really sorry to hear about your hardships. This definately sounds like a classic case of bipolar and she needs to be treated. I don't know where to even tell you to start. But maybe start...
Hi Ellie, I hope it works for you. It's going to take time to find the right combination of meds :( I know waiting and experimenting sucks. The effexor should help but will take time. Hang in there...
With Lithium it is very important to not get dehydrated or levels can become toxic. I would say one beer that lasts you all night with adequate water intake may be okay. But that's it! sorry :(...
Hey Shannon, I actually mentioned this is my previous replay to you. However we are planning very soon. I'm not sure what I'm going to do but like I mentioned I just ordered briggs new book on...
Hi Shannon, I am a pharmacist. I currently take Lamictal and zoloft (I do need the zoloft in there and by itself puts me on a rollercoaster, however in combination with the lamictal I'm fine). Right...
Oh yes!!!!!! Doubt doubt and still more doubt plague me every day. I find out they are wrong and I am wrong when I go off my meds and feel worse. And find myself in a pickle. (hey both of our nurses...
That is great lil, I am so happy everything went well!!!...
Thank you for the welcome Teri, I usually post on the lupus and bipolar forum, however chatted a few times with lilac. And I knew she had the cardiac ablation done monday....
Hi Lilac, I am thinking and praying for you as well. Wondering how you are doing....
Just to put in my two cents. Lithium is suppose to work for the bipolar depression as well as the mania. And works differently in everyone however there are a plethra of studies showing efficacy in...
Jeff, You definately need to get her into see the doctor. Even if it has to be by force to the hospital. She needs to be treated. I am sorry you are having such a hard time with her. She definately...
Any time sweetie. You always give great advice. I hope you are having a good day !!...