2006-10-14 22:11:20 · 9 answers · asked by anonymoususer987876 3 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
It sounds to me like cyclithmia or dysthimia, so first you need to talk to a psychiatrist(there is no shame in this, i'm going to one myself this week) and possibly do some testing. Then you both can determine what medicine is best for your problems. ; )
2006-10-15 02:09:24 · answer #1 · answered by equestrianmw 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know. Typically, doctors use an antidepressant in conjunction with a mood stabilizer for Bipolar II. I don't know all the details because I have Bipolar I and was taking an antidepressant and an antipsychotic. It's really impossible to tell what's best until you try at least one and you haven't even been officially diagnosed. Your doctor can look at your history and triggers (if any) and how you have reacted to other medications (if you've ever tried any). My mother has been recently diagnosed with Bipolar II and she has had a tough time with every medication so far but there are lots so there's still lots of hope. I hope your experience is better.
2006-10-14 22:19:00 · answer #2 · answered by Kuji 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like me....have you been diagnosed "bipolar." There are several forms of bipolarity, so you should seek the help of a psychiatrist/pharmacologist/M.D.
Medicines to treat depression that have been popular for the last 10-15 years include zoloft, paxil, fluvoxamine...these are Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors...and work at the synapse to keep the "juices" flowing.
Lithium Carbonate has helped many deal with Bipolar Disorder for over 30 years. (Kay Jamison, a noted researcher and author on bipolar disorder, is one of them)
But don't listen to someone online...whoever the patient is needs professional advice
2006-10-14 23:51:41 · answer #3 · answered by Jeffrey 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are some very good answers to this question already.
I think one of the easiest answers would be to tell you what meds are prescribed for your condition. I work at a partial hospitlization center and I could tell you several different meds that are used. Here is the hard part:
Whatever meds that the Md gives you it may have to be tweaked over a period of time to make sure that you get the right dosage that works for you. This will be mostly from self report from you. Good luck......
2006-10-15 13:43:38 · answer #4 · answered by Psychogirlfrog 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whatever the primary physician says is the best. Lithium Carbonate has done some great things in the treatment of manic depressive disorders, but I'm certainly not to sit here and make that diagnosis...nor should I.
2006-10-14 22:20:35 · answer #5 · answered by oklatom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are many medications for depression. Medications to help you gain weight or lose weight, sleep or regain energy, eat or not eat, increase or decrease sex drive, etc.
I take Topomax for mild manic depression, and it works for me.
Contact your regular physician or your local MHMR. If you go to MHMR, it is free (doctor, medication, and therapy), but it will take about two weeks to be seen for the first time. In addition, it takes about two weeks for your medicine to kick in. In the meantime, eat regularly, sleep if possible, talk to friends, sit in the sunshine, and go for short walks.
2006-10-14 22:20:10 · answer #6 · answered by ineedonebuddy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Paroxetine is the most prescribed anti-depressant because of it's efficiency in treating depression, talk to your doctor before taking any medicines though.
2006-10-14 22:21:46 · answer #7 · answered by crazybex2006 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
not sure..it depends on the person..most likely you will either take lithium or depakote. talk to a damn doctor.. most cities in america have free mental health care for low income citizens.
2006-10-14 22:13:45 · answer #8 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no one but your doctor can tell you that - go see him/her immeadiately.....
2006-10-14 22:19:15 · answer #9 · answered by Mintjulip 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋