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Bipolar Mood Disorder, Suicidal, Lethargic, Uninterested, Headaches. On Tegretol And Lithium. Help

Hi my name is Jason, i've been on and off of Lithium for bipolar mood disorder for years. I've been put back on recently due to a suicide attempt (Again), i've lost my job and almost my girlfriend. She is saying that since i have been on it that it is like i'm not even there anymore. and she is absolutely right. I feel lethargic, disinterested, i don't want sex, i'm not aroused by pornography. She wants me back, but when the old me returns, he returns with a bag full of tricks that make him and her happy, sad, angry, erratic, confused, up and down. I need a new med. Seroquel makes me like a zombie, Abilify makes me agitated, twitchy and gives me headaches. I'm from Australia, so the products available in other countries we don't have here. I'm looking at giving Tegretol a go, if i recall there were less side effects. I'm just sick and tired of my head and emotions. I want to live, i just wish that i could.















Tue, 30 Apr 2013
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Hello......
Thanks for your query. Based on your history, it appears that you suffer from bipolar depression. Seroquel is quetiapine which is an antipsychotic whiles abilify is aripirprazole, a new generation antipsychotic that can be used for treatment of depression.
However, considering the significant and disabling side effects with the above medication, i would suggest that you discuss the side effects with your treating psychiatrist. A mood stabiliser like lithium or valproate would be a better choice.
Wish you good health.
Regards
Dr Sundar
Psychiatrist
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Psychiatrist Dr. Dr.Nehal's  Response
Hi,
thanks for using health care magic.
I have gone through our available history.
presently you are having Bipolar Mood Disorder Depression Phase. You should consult psychiatrist for detailed evaluation.
He may prescribe mood stabilizers like Lithium or Divalprorex or Carbamezapine.
You should continue the intake of tablets as prescribed by your psychiatrist till doctor suggest.
thanks
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Bipolar Mood Disorder, Suicidal, Lethargic, Uninterested, Headaches. On Tegretol And Lithium. Help

Hello...... Thanks for your query. Based on your history, it appears that you suffer from bipolar depression. Seroquel is quetiapine which is an antipsychotic whiles abilify is aripirprazole, a new generation antipsychotic that can be used for treatment of depression. However, considering the significant and disabling side effects with the above medication, i would suggest that you discuss the side effects with your treating psychiatrist. A mood stabiliser like lithium or valproate would be a better choice. Wish you good health. Regards Dr Sundar Psychiatrist