Bipolar - Questions and Answers

Medical experts from Harvard University answer common questions about bipolar.

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  QUESTION: Paxil and Symbyax I am taking Symbyax for depression. I was on Paxil before, and the new medication was given to me as sample pills. I would like to know what the side effects are. Also, what withdrawal symptoms may occur when taken off it? What is the difference between Paxil and Symbyax? Click here for answer

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• QUESTION: Lithium and Kidney Dysfunction Can I take lithium if I have kidney dysfunction? Click here for answer

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• QUESTION: Trileptal for Bipolar I just got put on Trileptal, as a mood stabilizer. How does a drug for epilepsy work to stabilize moods for someone who is bipolar? Click here for answer

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• QUESTION: Manic Depression Medications Is there a new drug available for manic depression? Click here for answer

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