Depakote-Bipolar-No Energy

I was diagnosed with bipolar July of last year and have been taking depakote for my illness. Before taking the medications I was able to get things done with ease and I felt a lot better about myself. I felt like I could do anything (symptons of bipolar) and now I find myself in a fog, gained a lot of weight, have trouble concentrating (in and out) and dont enjoy the things that I used too. I feel that the medications are making me lazy and I am finding myself at home watching tv more and more when I used to enjoy getting out and walking, riding bikes whatever. I miss that energy that I use to have. Is there something that I could take that would help me get back some of my energy?

Post edited by: rsc78, at: 04/20/2008 09:28

I was on Depakote 5 yrs ago, and I felt the same way. When, I got back on meds, I told my pdocs, that, I didn't want anything, that made me tired. I have 4 kids, and I have to beable to keep up with my life...LOL

I would talk to your pdoc, and see if you can find something that isn't such a weight gainer, and that doesn't knock you down so much.

If you are new, welcome, I am glad you have found us. If you aren't, blame it on my meds...LOL

The only thing about Lithium is you have to monitor it, so it doesn't go toxic. With Depakote, you are supposed to do labs, too.

There are alot of meds out there. Don't be afraid to check them out.

Thanks for all the comments. It sounds like I will need to keep working on getting the right medication for me. I was hopeing that I could just take something and be happy with. I guess i will have to go in circles like some other people I have talked too to get it right. I let you know how it works out. Thank You