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Depakote-Drug for EpilepsyDepakote is a drug usually given for epileptic seizures. My article gives a brief overview.
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Depakote in the Treatment of Manic DepressionDepakote is the Drug of Choice if Lithium doesn't Work
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Most Used Medications: "Depakote (Divalproex Sodium)"This article discusses the medication Depakote (Divalproex Sodium) one of the most common medications used.
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Depakote Helps Epilepsy, Bipolar Disorder and Migraine HeadachesAll drugs have different uses, side effects and warnings. It is important to know why you are taking a certain medication and what to look out for. -
Are Bipolar Medications Safe for Use During Pregnancy?If you are bipolar and either pregnant or planning a pregnancy, it is important to discuss your medication options with your doctor. Here's an overview of bipolar medications and their use during pregnancy.
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Absence Seizures: Symptoms and TreatmentIn both human and canine cases, absence seizures begin and end suddenly. The prevalence of epilepsy in the general dog population has been estimated at .5 to 5.7%. This article compares humans and canines in regard to absence seizures.
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Can Anti-Seizure Medications Be Used Off-Label for Treating Migraine Headaches?Anti-seizure medications such as Depakote and Topamax are commonly used in the treatment of migraine headaches. -
Can Anti-Psychotic Medications Cause Brain Damage?Can Anti-Psychotic medications cause brain damage? It's a good question and it deserves an answer. My own personal experience from watching a loved on go through this prompted me to do some digging. What I found may astonish you. -
The Stigma of Mental Illness Will Follow YouLiving with a mental illness can be challenging. Getting medical care for non related illnesses can become daunting when you are on psych meds.
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Lamictal Rash Causes and PreventionThe Lamictal rash is no stranger to many users of this drug, which is often prescribed for bipolar disorder. Lamictal is also prescribed for seizures, but in either case, some users of this drug are well-acquainted with its side-effect rash.
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5 Treatments for Migraine Prevention that Really WorkDon't let migraines rule your life! Stop migraines before they stop you: these strategies for migraine relief emphasize migraine prevention. The best offense is a good defense. -
Manic Depression and Medication: Do You Understand the Importance?This is an article First Person about the importance of manic depression and medicine.
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First-Person Allergic Reaction to Quetiapine FumarateThis article is about having an allergic reaction to a medication called quetiapine fumarate and why it is important to take an initial dose of a new medication around people.
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Living with Bipolar DisorderNewly diagnose as Bipolar I give a narrative of how it has effected me so far
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My Experience with AntidepressantsMy personal experience with depression and antidepressants.
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Conventional Methods of Seizure ControlThis article will provide you with a guide to conventional methods of seizure control.
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Controlling Seizure Activity in Children and Adolescents - Treatment OptionsSeizures in children are extremely scary for parents, especially when a child has their first one and seizures can be caused by many different conditions. -
Best Migraine MedicationsThis article discusses the top five medications for treating migraines.
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Manic Depression: Can Mania Be a Good Thing?This article asks whether or not a person in a mania should be left alone and then makes suggestions in answers.
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Living with EpilepsyTalking about a child with epilepsy. A family's struggle to get the best treatment. Finds Ketogenic diet to help child.
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How to Deal with a Migraine HeadacheMigraine headaches certainly are not fun. If you know what to do when they strike, it can help.
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How Mental Health Medications Work: An OverviewHow exactly does Seroquel or Cymbalta work? This article breaks down the function of mental health medication types and how they may or may not help you.
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Dangers in Herbal MedicationsHerbal medications are popular around the globe, they can also be deadly.
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Medications Used to Treat Bipolar DisorderManic depression has undergone a name change and a proliferation of new pharmaceutical treatment options since Lithium. -
Bipolar Disorder and PregnancyI am the mother of two. I was diagnosed bipolar two years ago after my second child was born. I was on medication until I found out I was pregnant with a third child. Now I must manage my bipolar disorder without the help of mood stabilizers.
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Some Helpful Facts About Bipolar DisorderThis article aims to increase everyone's awareness about bipolar disorder.
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Manic Depression: Do You Know All the Details?There are many misconceptions that can occur from simply misunderstanding the different aspects of the illness.
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Is Bipolar Disorder a Progressive Mental Illness?Suffering through a manic or depressive episode of bipolar disorder is difficult and draining. But each battle with bipolar may also have long-term impact on the brain and the likelihood of the disorder progressing.
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Manic Depression from A-Z: "Brain"This article speaks from a first-person standpoint about how the brain is affected by manic depression and how the brain betrays the manic depression victim.
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Top 5 Migraine Treatments and MedicationsMigraine headaches affect nearly 30 million Americans. There are two main ways to fight back: Relieving pain and symptoms during the attack, and reducing the number of future migraine headaches. -
BipolarAngela Ledcke tells her story on bipolar. How the doctors finally diagnosed and treated her for bipolar. -
The Side Effects of AcyclovirAcyclovir like any drug, has potential side effects. My article gives details.
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The Psychiatric Side Effects of Drugs: An IntroductionMany drugs have psychiatric side effects including interferon, steroids, cycloserine, etc. Interferon appears to do this by increasing tryptophan metabolism. This appears to cause depression.
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The Top 5 Migraine MedicationsIt causes a pain like no other. A migraine is perhaps the most disabling type of headache. Here are the top medications used to prevent and treat these dreaded headaches.
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Manic Depression from A-Z: "Family"This article looks at manic depression from the standpoint of family.
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Atypical Antipsychotics in the Treatment of Unipolar and Bipolar Depression: Friend or Foe?An APA style research article discussing the pros and cons of treating bipolar and unipolar depressions with atypical antipsychotics based upon scientific research.
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The Benefits and Risks of Taking Lamictal to Treat Bipolar DisorderLamictal is used as an off label treatment for bipolar disorder, particularly bipolar II. As with any medication, there are side effects. Lamictal is said to have less side effects than other medications used to treat bipolar disorder. -
Potential Risks of Antipsychotic MedicationsAntipsychotic medications treat not only schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but also autism, ADHD, OCD and many other mental health conditions. Learn some of the potential serious side effects of these medications.
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Some Anticonvulsant Drugs Are Linked to Increased Suicide RiskA new study at Brigham and Women's hospital in Boston links 5 anticonvulsant drugs to increased suicide risk. A study of nearly 300,00 patients found these drugs have an increased risk of suicidal or violent thoughts over other drugs in the same class.
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Medications for Epilepsy and Depression Linked to SuicideAn explanation of the anti-convulsant drugs that have been linked to an increased risk of suicide.
