Posted by Snowie on October 14, 2000, at 20:55:44
In reply to Neurontin and bipolar disorder, posted by Jessica on October 13, 2000, at 15:57:41
Jessica,
I'm on BCP (tried Mircette first, then Nordette, and now Triphasil-28) and Neurontin for anxiety. I've had no problems so far with the BCP and Neurontin. As for the alcohol, I'm also weaning off of benzos (presently take 1.5 mg. of Xanax), so I don't indulge in alcohol.
Snowie
> I am bipolar and am considering a switch from Lithium
> to Neurontin after 9 years on lithium and had a few
> questions. Has anyone been on Neurontin while on birth
> control pills and what are the side effects if any?
> (On lithium, I can't tolerate any birth control pills
> and my doc said Neurontin would be better).
> Also, how well Neurontin control mood swings?
> And finally, is alcohol consumption prohibited or can
> you have a glass of something on occassion?
> Thanks for your help.
>
> Jessica
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