Posted by paxvox on August 21, 2001, at 12:12:27
In reply to Could use some Depakote Feedback, posted by Kingfish on August 21, 2001, at 8:29:34
> Hi all. I'm starting on Depakote tonight, for BP, coupled with Prozac, Topamax for now, but which will eventually be tapered off (the Top).
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> I'm just looking for feedback from those who have used this med.
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> Thanks a lot!
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> - K.Royal Fish,
I only had limited experience with Depakote, and was given it as a "mood stabilizer" to help me sleep (counter to Wellbutrin). Personally, I thought it made me groggy the next day, but I had the 500mg ER version that was actually designed for migraines. I thought that the little help I got from it was not worth the risks of liver damage that can be associated with its use. However, in BPD, that might be an even trade off for you if it helps your mood. Sorry for the limited feedback, but there is a lot of info on here about Depakote (or ask SalArmy4me).
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