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alxv

I'm 44 years old diagnosed with bipolar disorder II

Side effects.

They say we have to be careful with what we eat because we can gain weight with BP treatment. They just forgot to say that no matter what, you will gain weight because it will accelerate your metabolism and you will have so much hunger in the beginning that you cannot avoid eating frequently to stop it. I gain 22lb in 6 weeks,... Read more Chevron

posted 11/19/2009, comments (4)|

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nonethewiser

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Seroquel

I know that back on the 25th of August I told everyone that I was completely off of Seroquel...but it didn't quite turn out that way. I ended up going down to 25mgs, and still couldn't get off of it without withdrawls. So finally I was able to go down to 12.5, but when you cut a 25 in half...it makes you sick as a dog. After two... Read more Chevron

posted 09/08/2009, comments (2)|

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alxv

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I'm 44 years old diagnosed with bipolar disorder II

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A good decision I hope...

I'm back to Valproic Acid, I couldn't wait for my appointment with a new doctor. I'm having trouble sleeping and because my depression and anxiety are a constant presence I decided to begin taking this again but in small doses just to stop feeling so ill. I am feeling so ill for the last month, since I asked my former doctor if I could stop... Read more Chevron

posted 09/04/2009, comments (0)|

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Wits End

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34 year old female professional single mother....

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Mental Pain

I think this disease is worse than any physical disease...My mother told me uesterday.."I would have rather you died"....well that's one non supportive person if i ever did see one...And i'm getting blamed now for families anger and ignorance regarding this dz.. I asked if i had cancer would you help me and she said "proably not"....kick a girl... Read more Chevron

posted 08/13/2009, comments (7)|

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falcons.soccer14

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Anyone experience bad golf with medications?

I have been taking Depakote and Seroquel for 4 months now, and my golf game has been non-existent since - I have only played a few times and it's like I'm a beginner. Does anyone have any experience with this? Normally I'm a very good golfer (not trying to brag) just very frustrated with not being able to play with my friends. I... Read more Chevron

posted 07/21/2009, comments (2)|

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