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Suffering From Bipolar Disorder. Taking Medication. Sleep For 12 To 16 Hours. Suggestions
Question: I have bipolar suicidal the meds I take do not help I sleep 12 to 16 hrs a day is there anything I can try
Dear patient,
Thanks for your health concerns. Lithium carbonate has shown to be the most effective medication to control bipolar disorder; it can have side effects and needs closer monitoring by a psychiatrist, but would be worth giving a try if you haven’t yet, and have normal kidney function.
Hope that helps, wish you the best health, blessings.
Dr Brenes Salazar MD
Mayo Clinic MN
Thanks for your health concerns. Lithium carbonate has shown to be the most effective medication to control bipolar disorder; it can have side effects and needs closer monitoring by a psychiatrist, but would be worth giving a try if you haven’t yet, and have normal kidney function.
Hope that helps, wish you the best health, blessings.
Dr Brenes Salazar MD
Mayo Clinic MN
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