Depakote 1000 MG Tablet Health Feed

Yes. It would affect. Not only the speed of recovery, but the response of medications would be less effective if not taken regularly. Also, the symptoms might reappear.

Yes they are safe, but needs to be taken under psychiatrist supervision and regular blood tests for sugar, lipids and ecg. All the best.

Green tea contains small amounts of caffeine, but it is also loaded with powerful antioxidants called catechins, which are also believed to work synergistically with the caffeine to enhance fat burning although the evidence is mixed, there are many studies showing that green tea (either as a beverage or a green tea extract supplement) can help you lose weight.

Dear Lybrate User, Allopathic medicines shd be stopped not abruptly but the dosage has to be reduced gradually. For example, if patient is taking 1 tablet a day, reduce it to half tablet a day for a month. In next subsequent month, reduce it to 1/4th for a month. And then stop it. Yes homeopathy is effective in mental issues when the patient is getting the right medicines. So in the manner described above you can reduce allopathic medication and then stop it. Observe the behavior of the patient ...more

These are not medications under addiction category. These medications maintain your brain (mind) neurotransmitters in normal manner. Since you have disorder on stopping them, your neurotransmitters undergo dysregulation. So remove the notion that your addiction and take these medications attending regular psychiatrist review. Good luck.

Neither levipil nor depakote cause skin color to lighten. If her seizures are controlled then please continue both medicines.

Hello,
need to consult to Dr. Before stopping any medicine or start any new medicine. The period of taking medicine is depending upon the severity of the illness. Regular intake of medicine and regular follow up with your psychiatrist always helps. I think whatever question is coming in mind regarding health or medicine issues ,need to write it down on paper so whenever you will have follow up with your doctor it's easy to discuss all the points with your psychiatrist and it will be helpful ...more

Your son has epilepsy and them medicines may have to be given lifelong. He is on correct medicines and if you could upload the reports to me privately, it would be easier to comment.

Dear Zeeshan,
Nice to know that you feel better with lithium and lamotrigine.
Lithium is time tested effective tablet for bipolar disorder, especially for hypomania.
Constipation is NOT a side effect of lithium. On the other hand, lithium being a salt causes loose motions in few persons. Find other causes for constipation and settle them continuing lithium.
Hair fall is due to Depakote that you have taken before one month. NOT due to lithium. It will settle down by itself. Otherw...more

Some habits that can improve your sleep health:
Be consistent. Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning, including on the weekends
Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, relaxing, and at a comfortable temperature
Remove electronic devices, such as TVs, computers, and smart phones, from the bedroom
Avoid large meals, caffeine, and alcohol before bedtime
Get some exercise. Being physically active during the day can help you fall asleep more...more