Dr. Irwin:We try to avoid antipsychotics when we can and use other treatments with less evidence, but which seem to work well in [these patients]:trazodoneorgabapentinin anxiety, insomnia, and dementia agitation
the symptoms last weeks, months, or sometimes years if you don't seek treatment. If you are depressed, you are often unable to perform daily activities. You may not care enough to get out of bed or get dressed, much less work, do errands, or socialize. ...
For Bipolar Disorder"I was diagnosed with bipolar type II almost 2 months ago at age 40. It was long overdue. My psychiatrist started me on Depakote 250 mg twice a day and Wellbutrin SR 150 mg in the morning. Also take trazodone or Ambien to sleep. I can tell that my moods are much...