My son is diagnosed bipolar II mixed episodes. My son is on 1500...

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Posted at 9:52 AM on Feb 16, 2008 by kist, #27223

My son is diagnosed bipolar II mixed episodes. My son is on 1500 mg of Depakote, which the doctor increased as he was starting him on Lamictal. He also introduced and increased Seroquel. His personality is flat, his hands shake, he's gained 40 pounds and he sleeps after every dosing and naps in between. I was the one who suggested the Lamictal because I've read so many success stories about this drug. But I didn't realize that the doctor was planning to increase the Depakote. My son responds well to Depakote but it doesn't help in regard to his severe depressions or his irritability. Is there a way to sort out what is causing what?

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Reply about 1 year ago on Mar 09, 2008 by mscamillec, #5411

wow! i was on depakote and it made me numb, gain weight lose hair.
i was switched to lamictal. i read that lamictal and depakote have numerous side effect when used together.
here is a link and read entirely
camille
http://www.drugs.com/mtm/lamictal.html
you may have to copy and paste

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Reply about 1 year ago on Apr 08, 2008 by angelinatestoni, #6856

I have been on 200 mgs for a year and have ot gained a pound-- in fact I am trying to gain wieght. I think it is your Depacote.

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