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Aug 21 09:33 UTC 2002

Treating the depressive side of bipolar seems to be a trickier job.  I 
don't respond well to the common anti-depressants.  I got addicted to 
Prozac, Paxil made me aggressive, and Zoloft sent me to giddy heights 
(I don't experience full-blown mania).

Currently, I take Depakote alone, but even that still has down sides-- 
still lethargic, and still fat.  My med nurse hates it and seems to be 
looking to transfer me to a new med soon.. something he and the 
psychiatrist are looking at.  Can't remember the name, but the sedative 
side effect isn't there, and it gives a bit of a mood boost.  I'll have 
to look more into it (and it will be a while before we start it).

resp:109  I fully concur with what Scott says.  *anyone* being treated 
for any sort of mental health problem *must* be fully aware of the 
treatment and meds they are receiving.  It is sooo important, because 
chemistry from person to person is so individualistic that this is a 
black art in some respects.  You need to be aware of how you are 
feeling, and report this very clearly to your doctor.

Zyprexa drugs me out.