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Can I Reduce The Dosage Of Gabapentin While On Antidepressant After Being Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder?

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Posted on Fri, 1 Jul 2022
Question: My son was diagnosed with bipolar 1 three weeks ago. HE was prescribed lithium and gabapentin as he was on antidepressants. He takes 600 mg 4 times a day to "help him thru the withdrawal". He has trouble sleeping, has feelings of aggression and anger?
I cannot get a hold of his phyciatrist. Should he reduce the dosage/frequency of gabapentin?
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Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (1 hour later)
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Detailed Answer:

Hello,

No, absolutely do not decrease the gabapentin. It is helping to treat the symptoms of aggression, anger, and insomnia. Lowering the dose will make these symptoms worse.

Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sheppe
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Can I Reduce The Dosage Of Gabapentin While On Antidepressant After Being Diagnosed With Bipolar Disorder?

Brief Answer: Consultation Detailed Answer: Hello, No, absolutely do not decrease the gabapentin. It is helping to treat the symptoms of aggression, anger, and insomnia. Lowering the dose will make these symptoms worse. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sheppe