Posted by Sonya on October 14, 2005, at 7:34:50
In reply to If I have to start a mood stabilizer...?, posted by 4wd on October 12, 2005, at 23:12:24
What has worked for me (& is currently still working) is 500mg Depakote. As far as weight gain, I did gain on 1,000mg in the beginning but since I've reduced it to 500mg I've been able to lose weight (16 lbs). But I also take Wellbutrin and eat a restricted calorie diet. I just want you to know you don't have to gain weight on Depakote. You might try the low dose at 500mg. I experience no other bad side effects from it.
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