bipolar

nolove · 28-12-2010, 11:48 PM

has anyone come off medication for bipolar altogether

Fry · 29-12-2010, 12:33 AM

This should be in the Mental Health part of the forum.

But yes, some people have.

mikey · 29-12-2010, 04:39 PM

You need to speak to your psychiatrist if you are thinking of doing this. Relapse is not uncommon.

Horizon · 29-12-2010, 05:08 PM

Yes, I have, but I definitely would not recommend it.
As said above, please consult with your doctor before making any changes, as you will need to be monitored.

nolove · 29-12-2010, 11:21 PM

its really making me feel ill lately, headaches, nausea ,heart rythm feels strange, drinking pints of water, i been on it for about 4-5 years

Fry · 29-12-2010, 11:29 PM

Is it Lithium?
Sounds like you need the dose altered. If it is Lithium then changes of diet and stuff can alter your levels. Better to go sooner rather than later as there's a danger of toxicity.

nolove · 30-12-2010, 12:06 AM

yes it is lithium, i got an appointment in 2 weeks to see phychatrist

Fry · 30-12-2010, 12:16 AM

If you aren't feeling any better physically in a day or so I'd advise seeing your GP before the psychiatrist, as soon as you can (emergency appointment). Only because, some of your symptoms are of Lithium Toxicity and it can be dangerous.
I hope you're feeling at least a bit better by now.

nolove · 30-12-2010, 07:24 PM

i also take diazepan as and when needed, ur comments have been so helpful so thanks all and hope u all doing ok x

mikey · 30-12-2010, 07:26 PM

Have you arranged an appointment? It's really important you get your levels checked asap.

nolove · 31-12-2010, 12:35 AM

got appointment with phychatrist on 10th and bloods done on the 13th x

TheColdOne · 31-12-2010, 11:37 AM

I was wrongly diagnosed with bipolar when I was younger but i'm on Risperdal ( which I think is also a mood stablizer) and I won't be off it for a very long time.