when someone is bi polar is it to much meds to be on 10 different meds? it seems like an over med?

Answer 1

yes it is, oh my God, try praying to Jesus.

Answer 2

I work with people with disabilities, some have tons of meds. My sister has ADD and has tried several meds. over time.

It seems to me that people have to be careful with their meds, each med. is going to affect each person differently and interact with different meds.

I've seen people get "zoned" from being on too many meds. and I've seen people who get irritable from missing only one med. for only a day or two.

Just be careful and real conscious of what you are taking and yes I think 10 meds. are too many.

Also my sister's body has grown an immunity to some meds. and so she's had to do some experimentation with other meds which have done a number on her psychologically at times.

So just be careful k? Most meds. work for not just one thing like some will work for anxiety and depression at the same time... so that could cut down on the number of meds needed. Hope some of this makes sense.

Answer 3

I agree. 2, or a maximum of 3, should be enough. I suggest examining the 1-800-therapist website, and using the locators, in section 1, at http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris and the phone book, to find a psychologist (they don't prescribe, so are less affected by the hype from drug co. reps) who believes in minimum necessary medication. My standard post follows: See bipolar disorder, at ezy-build in section 10. Bipolar usually involves major moodswings, which occur without apparent cause, and often over many months, or a matter of years, rather than days, as with most people (unless rapid cycling). I'd try the Lithium Orotate, enhanced with Folic acid, and take 4 Omega 3 fish oil supplements daily, replacing 2 of them with cod liver oil supplements in the winter months, and see how that goes, over a few months, and maintaining the treatments for the depressive phase, in section 2. If not considerably improved, consult your primary mental health care provider, possibly trying the Lithium Carbonate, or Lithium Citrate (regular tests are necessary, for these) , before trying the other medications, and always check out anything first at http://www.drugs.com/, so you will be aware of the risks, and on the lookout for side effects. If bipolar type 1, an antipsychotic may also be needed. Everyone should take the Omega 3 supplements, for its other health benefits: see http://www.mercola.com/ TASKBAR. Some people refuse medication, using supplements, and a selective, mostly raw food diet (I do not recommended trying this, if bipolar 1, unless you aren't troubled by hallucinations, or delusional states).

Answer 4

Only a physician should answer this question. It does sound like a lot but maybe there are other conditions to be considered or maybe some of the meds are treating the side effects of the bi-polar medication

Answer 5

Five meds are quite common to take. Alot of treatments consists of:

1. mood stabilizer
2. antidepressant
3. anti-anxiety med
4. antipsychotic
5. an alert or focusing med

There's 5. But, in each of the above numbered, there could be 2+ meds used. For example, in the mood stabilizer category, lamictal and lithium work well together. That brings you up to 6.

Some people are on more than 1 antidepressant - that brings you up to 7.

And then there are meds that are taken to counteract any symptoms, such as tremors - okay we're up to 8 now. Or to counteract sleepiness - now it's number 9 meds.

Can you see how it goes?

Answer 6

Whoah. Do you think all these drugs were tested and found to be safe or even effective when co-administered? The fact that ten different meds need to be simultaneously administered tells me the drugs are NOT effective. Some doctors are really playing dice with their patient's health by doing this. That said, bipolar disorder is a serious illness and one should always consult a qualified, licensed health practitioner before making any changes.

Answer 7

It does sound a bit excessive, but I'm not a doctor so can't really say for sure. Have you discussed your concern with your doctor? Perhaps you may want to see another one. My sister-in-law is bipolar and takes 3 different types of meds. She also saw 4 different doctors until she found the right one to prescribe her the right pills. But that's what happened in her case. Bottom line . . . don't be afraid to consult with another doctor. But remember, what might work for someone else, may not work for you.

Answer 8

It seems like a contradiction to think that a chemical imbalance can be fixed with a high amount of other chemicals.

In most cases, these things can be fixed with a lifestyle change. Healthy diet and exercise can lead to a balanced life.

In other cases, you may need medical assistance to correct it, and that's okay too. It should not take 10 medications to correct the problem, perhaps you can work with your doctor to find one or a few medications that help you. That might take time, and patience, but it may pay off. If it does take 10, then that's alright too.

Enjoy life, and life to the fullest. :)

Answer 9

I am Bipolar and take three different meds.

Every person is different though. Make sure you talk to your doctor, and make a checklist of each medication he has given you. Maybe some of the meds are old ones.

Answer 10

No he/she shouldn't be on 10 different types of medication if bi-polar is the only disorder. Most people who have one mental disorder have a couple more.

Answer 11

you dont need 10 different meds if you are bipolar. I am bipolar and I am only on 1 kind of med for it.