Hi,
1. As you are a diagnosed case of
bipolar disorder, thus under no circumstances, you should stop or taper the dose by yourself, and since symptoms are increasing, you should first contact your PCP or a
Psychiatrist, who can guide you on the exact dosage of the drug.
2.
Nervousness,
postural hypotension, increased sweating, insomnia are some of the documented ADR [adverse drug reaction] of the drug and because the choice of medicine will vary from doctor to doctor, and from locality to locality, so initially remain under single supervision and let your body know about the effects of the drug prescribed and thereafter one can change/add or substitute a drug [in consultation with your psychiatrist].
3. Eat a healthy diet, stay away from caffeine, alcohol, spices, pickles, drink green tea, take an apple, banana, dates, practice
relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, and Pranayam
4. Since drug therapy is generally only palliative treatment, we have to look at cognitive and behavioral strategies and especially nutritional strategies.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Munish Sood, Ayurveda Specialist