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What should you do if you have bipolar but don't want medication that will suppress your highs or creativity as you are a writer?
when someone is manic from bi-polar disorder it is because their body has released ALL their feel good horomones at one time.....the only problem with that is once they have used them all up then they have no more left and that is why they crash down into a depression. the medication helps to release them a little bit at a time. if you dont have a problem with the depression that comes after u have used up all your feel good horomones then dont take the meds.
What else can I help you with?
How long medication should continue 4 bipolar disorder?
You should continue taking medication for Bipolar Disorder for the rest of your life. It's like having diabetes and needing to take insulin.
How do you get medication for bipolar disorder?
If you were diagnosed with bipolar then you should be getting your medication from either your Psychiatrist or family doctor. If you have not been diagnosed with bipolar then you must see your family doctor who will send you to a Psychiatrist and he/she will determine what is wrong with you and give you the correct medications.
Is there a law that someone has to take their Bipolar medication?
No, but there should be, then the government would have to pay for all the expensive meds I take
Should you try equilb for bipolar?
I personally do not recommend it. (: Equilib is a medication that works but is the same exact thing as going for a run. It increases your serotonin but you can easily do this without that medication.
May medication used in treating bipolar disorder and alcohol ever be consumed together safely?
No medication can be safely taken when consuming alcohol because alcohol impairs judgement and that can lead to misdosing and or drug interactions that cause further impairment. ANd, if you are bipolar, you should not be drinking alcohol anyway, Maybe try and figure out why you want a drink when that is a contriutor to bipolar and will make it worse.
What is the most effective medication for Bipolar disorder?
The most effective medications for bipolar disorder are mood stabilizers such as lithium, anticonvulsants like valproate and lamotrigine, and atypical antipsychotics like quetiapine and olanzapine. However, the specific medication and dosage should be determined by a healthcare provider based on individual needs and response to treatment.
Should I avoid bipolar medication if I want to get pregnant within 5 years?
NEVER stop taking medication in order to get pregnant ! The only person who can truthfully and accurately answer this question - is your own doctor ! He will have your medical records in front of him when he sees you - and can advise you accordingly.
What supplemental medications are available for bipolar treatment?
There are numerous supplements you could take. You should first consult your physician before you take anything new to make sure it will not interact with your medication now.
How do you know if someone has bi polar disorder?
The best way to determine if you are bipolar is to see a doctor. You should consider getting on medication. If you have high and low moments that last a long time, or you are paranoid and sad, you should see a doctor.
Can bipolar be treated without medication?
Bipolar disorder is a seriously debilitating conditon that can be life-threatening. You will find all sorts of information on the Web about people who claim to be able to control their symptoms (or other people's) non-medically. While much of this information is well-intentioned -- and some of it is designed to separate you from your money -- it is not necessarily applicable to individuals. Each person has different brain chemistry. When it allows us to function without help, that's great. But sometimes the balance is a bit off, and we need medication to bring things back into line. The answer to your question, therefore is "yes," it can be treated without medication, but there is only a small chance that such treatment will be as effective as it would be if supported by medication. Given the dangerous aspects of bipolar disorder, we cannot recommend it.
Does a bipolar disorder patient become normal?
The disorder can go into remission without drugs and the person can become normal. Often, though, medication is required. Sometimes the medication makes the person become almost normal. In other cases, it doesn't do any good. A person with bipolar disorder, though their medications may have helped them tremendously and though they may not be manic or depressed, will always be a person with bipolar disorder. They may be able to do everything a "normal" person can do or they may find their lives limited by their condition. Bipolar disorder can look different in different individuals also. Note that I am not a doctor or a psychologist and the above answer should not be used in place of medical advice.
Are there any good bipolar treatments?
Treatments for those with bipolar disorder have come a long way. Through both prescription medication and treatment by a psychiatrist, patients that follow the doctor's orders, tend to live a fairly normal life. Most patients are on several medications, such as Zoloft, Lamictal, and Xanax. It should be noted though, that even if one medication works for one person, it might not be good for another, that is why doctor care is important.
