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Why should lithium be closely monitored in bipolar disorder?
Often the therapeutic dose is very close to the toxic dose.
What is the standard dose of lithium prescribed for someone with bipolar disorder?
depends on weight and they have to test blood levels to adjust it.
Can you cause someone to be bipolar?
Bipolar disorder can run in families. My mother (who is now deceased), older sister and daughter all are bipolar. It can skip generations or only one person in the family can be affected. My daughter's doctor advised that her children run a 25 percent chance of being bipolar.
What is the minimum dose of Effexor?
The recommended starting dose for Effexor is 75 mg/day, administered in two or three divided doses, taken with food. Depending on tolerability and the need for further clinical effect, the dose may be increased to 150 mg/day. If needed, the dose should be further increased up to 225 mg/day. When increasing the dose, increments of up to 75 mg/day should be made at intervals of no less than 4 days.
Can you reduce dose of Effexor to replace it with Prozac?
Ask a nurse, or doctor,
Does Cymbalta work as well as Effexor xr?
Both drugs are different chemically and therefore one person may respond to one and not the other. They are both ordinarily tolerated quite well. Effexor has an indication for Major Depression and General Anxiety Disorder. Celexa has an indication for Major Depression and nerve related pain secondary to Diabetes. Doctors may also use the drugs for other conditions (called off label use). Both drugs effect serotonin and norepinephrine neurotransmitters that can be related to depression, with Effexor requiring a higher dose to bring out the norepinephrine effect. Importantly one should give adequate time, at least 3 weeks to see the full effect at any one dose and not give up too quickly. Often at a low dose a person may not get a full response or any at all, so to insure that a medication "doesn't work" be sure that the dose has been titrated up to an adequate dosage for a sufficient time period. In addition Effexor has been around for much longer time and has 2 additional indications to those mentioned above Social Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder.
Normal dosage of Effexor?
Effexor (venlafaxine) is generally prescribed in increments of 37.5mg, with the highest recommended dose being 225mg. However, some people may need to take up to 375mg.
Can you give a dog Effexor xr?
Consult your vet. It can be used for separation anxiety and such, but the wrong dose will harm your dog.
How do I quit taking Effexor?
If you cut your dose in half for a week or so and then quit after that there shouldn't be any serious withdrawl symptoms.
Abruptly stopped taking Effexor xr?
Very bad idea! Talk to your doctor about tapering the dose instead, side effects can be pretty severe depending on many factors if you stop abruptly taking Effexor or any antidepressant.
How do you switch from 60 mg Cymbalta to Effexor?
Switching from Cymbalta (duloxetine) to Effexor (venlafaxine) should be done under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Typically, the process involves gradually tapering the dose of Cymbalta to minimize withdrawal symptoms, followed by introducing Effexor at a low dose and gradually increasing it. It's important to monitor for any side effects or changes in symptoms during the transition. Always consult with your doctor before making any changes to your medication regimen.
What is Seroquel?
Quetiapine, sold under the brand name Seroquel, is a short-acting antipsychotic drug. It’s used to treat schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder and as an add-on treatment for major depression and generalised anxiety disorder in people who haven’t responded to other therapies. The recommended dose range for these conditions is 200-800mg a day.
