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09/27/2010 10:35 AM
LeahMariex3
LeahMariex3
 
Posts: 304
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I'm an Advocate
My name's Leah, and I have been diagnosed with Bipolar two years ago, then it became type I in June of this year.

Doing therapy and on medication that helps very well, but I'd like to be here to also help others with their episodes. Smile

"When you deal with those who are negative, you don't have to let them infect you. You can infect them!" - Joel Osteen

Medications:

Lithium
Lithium ER 300mg 2x (Depression)
Cyclafem (Birth Control)
Nexium 40mg (GERD & Esophagitis)
Trazodone 100mg 2x (Sleep Aid)
Ativan 1mg 2x (Sleep & Anxiety)
Effexor XR 37.5mg 1x (Depression, Anxiety)
Nasonex (As needed for rhinitis)
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09/27/2010 10:38 AM  Top
mom2meg
mom2meg
 
Posts: 464
Member
Hi and welcome. You will find a lot of support here.
Bipolar dx since 2007-
Lithium-900 mg
zoloft 200 mg-
Restoril-30mg @ bedtime started10/7/10
valium 40-mg
Seroquel and being weaned currently 800mg follow my journey on saying good-bye to this drug.Been on 900 mg since December of 09.Begin weaning at 800mg on 10/14/10
Lamictal-increased dose on 10/12- 200mg
Adderral- 40 mg
Propanolol-20mg

Please keep in mind that I am not a health care professional. If you feel that you are in crisis please seek help through your psych or the ER. I am here to listen.

Previous discussions I participated in:
Hopeful
Brain surges or shocks
Being honest with doctor

09/27/2010 10:43 AM  Top
LeahMariex3
LeahMariex3
 
Posts: 304
Member
I'm an Advocate
Thanks! Smile

My Bipolar's been pretty stable lately, only a crying spell every now and then and that's it. How about everyone else's?

"When you deal with those who are negative, you don't have to let them infect you. You can infect them!" - Joel Osteen

Medications:

Lithium
Lithium ER 300mg 2x (Depression)
Cyclafem (Birth Control)
Nexium 40mg (GERD & Esophagitis)
Trazodone 100mg 2x (Sleep Aid)
Ativan 1mg 2x (Sleep & Anxiety)
Effexor XR 37.5mg 1x (Depression, Anxiety)
Nasonex (As needed for rhinitis)

09/27/2010 10:43 AM  Top
ApRiLGeTsAngry77
Hey there. I am glad you have found us. I manage my episodes by maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Eating clean, exercising and taking my meds as prescribed is what helps me.

09/27/2010 10:51 AM  Top
LeahMariex3
LeahMariex3
 
Posts: 304
Member
I'm an Advocate
Healthy lifestyles help too Smile. Spending time with people I love helps me.
"When you deal with those who are negative, you don't have to let them infect you. You can infect them!" - Joel Osteen

Medications:

Lithium
Lithium ER 300mg 2x (Depression)
Cyclafem (Birth Control)
Nexium 40mg (GERD & Esophagitis)
Trazodone 100mg 2x (Sleep Aid)
Ativan 1mg 2x (Sleep & Anxiety)
Effexor XR 37.5mg 1x (Depression, Anxiety)
Nasonex (As needed for rhinitis)

09/27/2010 11:01 AM  Top
UpdownGirl
UpdownGirl
 
Posts: 165
Member
Welcome! I find this place very supportive. I am just coming out of a three month depression. I had my antidepressant doubled and so far I'm doing much better. I'm afraid that the only things that make me feel better are my meds and my psychologist visits.
Bipolar I, Mixed, rapid cycling PTSD, Fibromyalgia

Meds:
Saphris 20mg
Trileptal 1200 mg
Amantadine
Lamictal 300 mg
Clonazepam 1mg 3x day
Metformin 500 mg
Propranalol
Risperdone
Switching slowly to Latuda
Benztropine

09/27/2010 11:22 AM  Top
LeahMariex3
LeahMariex3
 
Posts: 304
Member
I'm an Advocate
Usually takes more than medicine and therapy to get better though, you need to work on yourself too.
"When you deal with those who are negative, you don't have to let them infect you. You can infect them!" - Joel Osteen

Medications:

Lithium
Lithium ER 300mg 2x (Depression)
Cyclafem (Birth Control)
Nexium 40mg (GERD & Esophagitis)
Trazodone 100mg 2x (Sleep Aid)
Ativan 1mg 2x (Sleep & Anxiety)
Effexor XR 37.5mg 1x (Depression, Anxiety)
Nasonex (As needed for rhinitis)

09/27/2010 11:54 AM  Top
jewl
jewl
 
Posts: 2595
Senior Member
Hi Welcome-glad you are here-it has helped me alot to be here and it feels good to help others too. It is amazing how much help it has been to me connecting with people who deal with the same illness. we all help one another-it is so great. look forward to getting to know you better.
Julie
(bipolarII (mixed),borderline, ocd, severe anxiety disorder, ptsd.)

meds daily-

lamictal 200mg
seroquel xr 300mg
seroquel regular 100mg
paxil 20mg
Adderall 5mg
lorazapam 0.5 mg as needed

omeprazole
fish oil
vitamin D
vit c

-I am not a docter or professional. what I share is just my opinion or suggestion coming from my experience with the disorder.

"The greatest glory in living lies not in never failing but rising everytime we fail."~ Nelson Mandela

09/27/2010 12:03 PM  Top
Dit
Dit
 
Posts: 12063
Group Leader
I'm an Advocate
Hi Leah, helping others is a good way in helping ourselves. I'm a greatful member here, i come online daily and have learned so much about this illness hearing from others who live with it too, i no longer feel alone. I've made friends here too. Looking forward to seeing more of you.
Be Still and Know That I Am - Scripture
12-Step Slogans - One Day/Moment at a Time/Just for Today/Let Go & Let God/But By the Grace of God
Live and Let Live/Easy Does It/This Too Shall Pass

"Don't be afraid to cry. It will free your mind of sorrowful thoughts." - Hopi tribe

Bipolar I

Lithium 300 mgs, Lamotrigine 200 mgs, Klonopon (Clonazepam) .05mg more if needed, Clomipramine (Anafranil) 25 mgs, Abilify 5 mgs, Seroquel 25 mgs

Please note that I am not a psychiatrist or psychologist. My opinions are personal only. This site is not intended to be a substitution for professional care, nor is anyone here qualified to make diagnoses.

09/27/2010 12:58 PM  Top
LeahMariex3
LeahMariex3
 
Posts: 304
Member
I'm an Advocate
It is very unfortunate that many people in this world lack the knowledge regarding Bipolar. People think I am crazy, or making it up. And I love being in an environment where everyone understands and no one thinks I am crazy.
"When you deal with those who are negative, you don't have to let them infect you. You can infect them!" - Joel Osteen

Medications:

Lithium
Lithium ER 300mg 2x (Depression)
Cyclafem (Birth Control)
Nexium 40mg (GERD & Esophagitis)
Trazodone 100mg 2x (Sleep Aid)
Ativan 1mg 2x (Sleep & Anxiety)
Effexor XR 37.5mg 1x (Depression, Anxiety)
Nasonex (As needed for rhinitis)
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