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When considering mood stabilizers to take alongside Risperdal (an antipsychotic) and Zoloft (an SSRI), options may include lithium, lamotrigine, or valproate, depending on individual patient needs and clinical considerations. It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider for personalized recommendations, as potential interactions and side effects must be carefully evaluated. Additionally, the choice of mood stabilizer may depend on the specific mood disorder being treated. Always follow your doctor's guidance regarding medication management.
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Which medications for depression or ADHD or bi-polar make you feel lazy and unmotivated?
Medications such as Antipsychotics (Seroquel, Risperdal, Geodon) and Mood Stabilizers (Lithium, Depakote) along with Benzodiazapines (Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan) are known to cause more sedation and lethargy.
The drug that has shown to be effective in the treatment of bipolar disorder is?
There is no single one. There are 3 classifications that are effective. They are Mood Stabilizers, Antipsychotics, and Antidepressants. Some Mood Stabilizers are: Lithium, Depakote, Lamictal. Some antipsychotics are: Trilafon, Risperidal, Abilify. Some Antidepressants are: Seroquel, Zoloft, Welbutrin. Often the medication that helps one person has no effect on another and bad side effects on a third. There is no way to predict except to try it and see what happens.
Do mood stabilizers have antidepressants in them?
No, but some mood stabilizers have antidepressant properties. Research indicates lithium, Seroquel®, and Zyprexa® may help lift depression when used alone or in combination with an antidepressant.
How do you stop mood swings?
Mood swings can be stopped by medicines called 'mood stabilizers'. Examples- lamotrigine, lithium, sodium valproate, carbamazepine.
Why are antipsychotics and mood stabilizers bad for the liver?
because these poison rest in your liver
Is Lithium Lamictal Zyprexa a common med combination for bipolar?
Two mood stabilizers and an antipsychotic (used as a minor mood stabilizer) is very common, but the specific ones will vary from patient to patient. The fact that Lamictal is one of the mood stabilizers suggests that the patient has slightly more problem with depressive mood swings than manic mood swings.
What are some treatments for manic depressive disorder?
All treatments involve discussion with a mental health professional. A physician or psychiatrist may prescribe mood stabilizers such as lithium, and antidepressants may be prescribed alongside stabilizers in order to boost the stabilized mood.
Are all mood stabzliers antipsychotic medication?
No, not all mood stabilizers are antipsychotic medications. Mood stabilizers, such as lithium and certain anticonvulsants (like valproate and lamotrigine), are primarily used to treat mood disorders like bipolar disorder. Antipsychotics, on the other hand, are primarily used to manage symptoms of psychosis and can also be used to stabilize mood in some cases. While there is overlap in their use, they are distinct classes of medication with different mechanisms and indications.
Can you take mucinex and Concerta at the same time?
It should be safe. Mood stabilizers, such as Lamictal, are prescribed occasionally for those that have mood swings when taking a stimulant ADHD medication.
What happens if mood stabilizers such as depakote abilify and Adderall are mixed with ecstasy?
You turn into a mermaid with fairy wings you phukin moron
What skills are perfomed by a psychiatrist?
Psychiatrists diagnose mental illnesses and treat them accordingly, often with medications such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and stimulants.
Can your psych meds make you fat?
Absolutely. Mood stabilizers are the worst (like Abilify), but some anti-depressants and anti-psychotics can do it, too. Which meds?
