A member asked:

Hitting a low place today..bipolar dip i guess. off meds for about 1 week. should i start back full dosage?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Why off your meds?: Why are you off your medications? Have you stopped them on your own? I encourage you to call your prescribing physician and share what's happening. S/he can make the most personalized recommendations for you. Be well.

Answered 9/24/2013

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Call: Call your prescribing physician and explain the situation. Be honest about not taking your meds for a week, even if you're embarrassed, you do not want to try to get out of this alone. Line up your support. Tell the people closest to you that you are hitting a low point. Always know there is someone to talk to on the suicide hotline. 1-800-suicide. Best wishes.

Answered 5/8/2016

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