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How Can Bipolar Disorder And Depression Be Treated?

I'm female, mid 60's and bipolar. Looking for some of the more recent mood stabilizers that have come out in the last few years that might have fewer side effects. I'm currently on Depakote but fighting depression. Hoping to suggest one of the newer drugs the next time I see my doctor. Any suggestions?
Tue, 30 Jan 2018
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in my opinion Depakote consist of Soidum valproate and it is the best choice considering your age. it is to prevent fluctuations in your mood.
Since now you having current episode depression an antidepressant can be added to help you fighting it
Till date Divalproex Sodium and lithium both are best for Bpad
so for now stick to depakote and consult psychiatrist for depression
hope this helps
Regards
Dr Varun
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How Can Bipolar Disorder And Depression Be Treated?

Welcome to HealthcareMagic in my opinion Depakote consist of Soidum valproate and it is the best choice considering your age. it is to prevent fluctuations in your mood. Since now you having current episode depression an antidepressant can be added to help you fighting it Till date Divalproex Sodium and lithium both are best for Bpad so for now stick to depakote and consult psychiatrist for depression hope this helps Regards Dr Varun