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What is a medication i can take in place of brintilex, as my medical aid doesnt cover it. i have mdd and bipolar disorder. i take lamictin for the bipolar... ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Ask ur psychiatrist: s/he would be the best to answer this question, as you are taking other medications, potential drug-drug interaction need to be be avoided, especially with antipsychotics, good luck

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 5/30/2018

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