Posted by blueberry on October 23, 2005, at 15:40:54
In reply to Anyone who had rapid cycling and got it to stop?, posted by fuchsia on October 23, 2005, at 5:04:01
Depakote extended release can work as early as the first day, and usually within six days. For me, it worked on the first day. The waves diminished bigtime. I still have some mild depressive issues. I am only on 500mg, which is the smallest dose. More common doses are 1000mg to 1500mg. The extended release version is the way to go for smoother blood levels and smoother side effects.
I was in severe rapid cycling, often with severe depression and severe mania and then both overlapping each other at the same time. Depakote put a stop to that on the first day. Side effects are nill, other than increased appetite. Not sure what side effects would be at a higher dose.
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