i have been diagnosed 6 years ago with bi-polar 2....i am going crazy with the itch i just changed my bed thinking it was bugs (LOL) but it isnt it is down my back and arms, also the two meds are making me feel sick all day like i want to throw up but can't, so now i dont eat much except soda crackers, been on so many different meds the doctors wanted to try these two - am i going crazy or is this a normal side effect..... please help and also tell me what i can do for the itchies, aveeno itch cream doesnt work
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Q: im going crazy, i am on wellbutrin and divalproex for about a week now -
Answers (2)
2/19/09 12:49pm
You may have an allergy to the Wellbutrin - http://depression.emedtv.com/wellbutrin/wellbutrin-side-effects-p2.html
It states Signs of an allergic reaction, including an unexplained rash, hives, itching, unexplained swelling, wheezing, or difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Or you may be allergic to divalproex: Itching is a side effect listed under Severe reaction. http://www.drugs.com/sfx/divalproex-side-effects.html
Please check with your doctor right away.
Judith
2/19/09 9:51pm
Hello, Jennifer,
I am someone who is being treated for bipolar disorder. A couple of years ago, I immediately contacted my meds doctor when I began having overwhelming and attention-demanding "itching" and she explained to me that I was experiencing the "creepy-crawlies" ... which was an adverse reaction to the medication I was currently trying at the time, "risperidone." After contacting her about the reaction she immediately weaned me off my dosage.
Best wishes; hope this experience assists.
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