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A member asked:

Is low dose depakote 500 mg or less an alternative for racing thoughts..would tegretol and lamictal have to be stopped..how about weight and hair loss?

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Discuss with your MD: Only your psychistrist and your m.D have enough information to advise on the best options.

Dr Petruska and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/29/2013

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Your medication should be managed by a Psychiatrist who understands your medical and psychological history. If you are not confident in your Doctor please see another for a second opinion. Please see a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy to help.

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