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Is Depakote The Right Medicine For Mania?

I have mania but not depression. Is depakote the best mef for this? Can my family Dr presribe it for me.? I talk constantly!,interrupt others often & am generally happy, haspy, happy. My Dr had said that since I m retired to tell my husband to get over it. It is driving him c crazy,
Thu, 24 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Yes, Depakote is a mood stabilizer. It helps in keeping the mood at neutral stage. The symptoms told by you can be a part of mania or personality issues. It's better to get diagnosed by a psychiatrist who are expert in mental illnesses.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Rohit Kothari
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Is Depakote The Right Medicine For Mania?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes, Depakote is a mood stabilizer. It helps in keeping the mood at neutral stage. The symptoms told by you can be a part of mania or personality issues. It s better to get diagnosed by a psychiatrist who are expert in mental illnesses. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Rohit Kothari