Posted by SLS on May 31, 2000, at 15:50:34
In reply to Re: Bi-Polar (Rapid Cyc.)-nothing has worked.SSDI?, posted by Cynthia M on May 31, 2000, at 10:10:55
> I agree that you need a combination of mood stabilizers, I have tried Depakote, Lithium and regular Tegretol and am now on Carbatrol ( a long acting Tegretol ) and am having better control I also take Gabitril and Seroquel... All of my stabilizations are tentative since I have a tendency to metabolize things rather rapidly ( only when it comes to the meds) and I burn through the dosages and require increases almost every two weeks... it can be very discouraging but worth the work to find the right combination... I hope you are able to find the right path for you .. it sounds as if you are definitely on the right track.. keep trying .. stabilization can be elusive but it is wonderful when it happens...... Cynthia
Dear Cynthia,Recently, a doctor said that I should look into Gabitril. I am currently taking Lamictal + Neurontin. This combination keeps me out of the basement, but really does very little.
What do you know about the use of Gabitril in bipolar disorder?
Could you describe how Gabitril has affected you? Are there any side effects. How much are you taking?
I appreciate any input you can offer. Thanks.
* Lamictal is supposed to be quite effective for treating rapid-cyclicity.
I hope you hit the bull's-eye soon. (poor bull)
- Scott
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