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I've bipolar disorder since i was a child. i'm 17 now. i'm taking abilify + paxil but my doctor said "you should take lithium too." what can i do?
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Try doc's Rx.: Your doctor knows you best and is making recommendations on how you are currently functioning. Some individuals do well with Abilify as a mood stabilizer, but it is not unusual to require several drugs to get good control of Bipolar disorder, esp during adolescence. Unfortunately, Lithium needs to be monitored to get ideal results, but it is considered one of the most effective meds for Bipolar.
Answered 3/28/2017
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Take the lithium: Be sure to monitor blood levels and TSH [thyroid]. Do not take lithium if you have psoriasis or close relatives with psoriasis. It is the most effective med for bipolar but can be tricky. Do not take if kidney failure. Avoid diuretics unless carefully supervised.
Answered 11/27/2017
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