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Ive been taking trokendi xr 100 for about 8 months. now my insurance wont cover it. i had a card from the manufacturer, long story short its $999.00 per bottle. im on my second day without it. its a mood stabilizer for me. is cold turkey ok?

Q: ive been taking trokendi xr 100 for about 8 months. now my insurance wont cover it. i had a card from the manufacturer, long story short its $999.00 per bottle. im on my second day without it. its a mood stabilizer for me. is cold turkey ok?

: First, it is not wise to have sudden cessation due to withdrawal effects, and even potential rare seizure. You could use generic which is pharmacologically equivalent. Contact your psychiatrist now, and discuss how this should be handled.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

First, it is not wise to have sudden cessation due to withdrawal effects, and even potential rare seizure. You could use generic which is pharmacologically equivalent. Contact your psychiatrist now, and discuss how this should be handled.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/22/2021

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A member asked:

Ive been taking trokendi xr 100 for about 8 months. now my insurance wont cover it. i had a card from the manufacturer, long story short its $999.00 per bottle. im on my second day without it. its a mood stabilizer for me. is cold turkey ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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