Posted by Chairman_MAO on February 23, 2004, at 8:00:51
In reply to prozac alone for bipolar diease?, posted by AntiTrust on February 22, 2004, at 19:15:38
This is an extremely bad idea. Do not do it. The best antidepressant to try for bipolar disorder alone--assuming you want to go that route, which is not recommended--is Wellbutrin.
Bipolars should have their mood stabilized first before trying any antidepressant, and even then the medication should be titrated upward slowly so its effects can be carefully evaluated.
The best drug, although not labelled an antidepressant, for bipolar depression is Lamictal. That'll stabilize your mood, too.
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