Posted by Maximus on September 5, 2004, at 13:48:51
In reply to Re: Lamictal vs. Lithium?, posted by becksA on September 5, 2004, at 13:08:15
> My depression is far more a concern than >mania..the only mania i really get is racing >thoughts when i'm trying to get to sleep, which >could be partly my ADHD anyway. So it sounds >like i should opt for lamictal.
You got it.
However a mini advice here. If you got anxiety from Lithium then you're more likely to experience intense anxiety from Lamictal as it is far more stimulating than Lithium.
Increase it slowly, see 12.5 mg or 25 mg a week until you reach 200 mg approx. You may want to increase temporary your Neurontin.
>the only mania i really get is racing >thoughts >when i'm trying to get to sleep
Oh boy! Only when you're trying to get to sleep? It sounds a lot more to an intense anxiety or panic. Isn't it?
I am not a doctor. But in my humble opinion, neither Lithium nor Lamictal seems to be your med of choice here.
I'm sorry to bring you such confusions:-(
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