A person with bipolar disorder

Medications for Bipolar Disorder

Many different types of medication are used to treat bipolar disorder. Learn more about the doses and side effects of sedatives, mood stabilizers, and more.
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Trileptal for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Lamictal Withdrawal Symptoms in Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Does Lamictal Cause Weight Gain or Loss?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Hispanic man examining prescription bottle in kitchen
The Dangers of Weight Loss Drugs Belviq and Qsymia
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Trazodone Potential Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Lithium Side Effects
Lithium Side Effects - Bipolar Medications
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Lamictal
Lamictal Indications, Side Effects, and Precautions
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Therapeutic Drug Levels in Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Anxious woman
Valium to Manage Anxiety Disorders and Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Multicolored pills on a spoon
The Mood Stabilizers for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Relationship Between Lithium and Weight Gain
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
pile of atypical antipsychotic pills
What Are Atypical Antipsychotics?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Extrapyramidal Side Effects From Medication
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Woman holding bottle of clomid pills in hand
Treating Psychosis With Typical Antipsychotics
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
many rubbing his eyes as a medication side effect
Haldol (Haloperidol) Possible Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Lithium is a common prescription for mental health conditions
Lithium as Treatment for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Remeron (Mirtazapine) Antidepressant Information
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Doctor explaining prescription medication to patient in clinic
Overview of Tricyclic Antidepressants
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Woman dumping a pill into her hand
Oxazepam Use, Side Effects, Cautions, and Withdrawal
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Woman researching medicine on a cell phone
Norepinephrine's Role in Treating Mood Problems
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Pharmacist giving a woman a prescription of Ativan
Taking the Benzodiazepine Ativan (Lorazepam)
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Doctor discussing prescription with senior patient
Antipsychotics Black Box Warning for Elderly Patients
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Woman in bathrobe taking medication
Overview of Your Medication's Half-Life
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Female depressed patient sitting on the bed in a hospital ward
Using Abilify for Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Doctor Writing a Prescription
Symbyax Medication for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Female doctor writing prescription
Cogentin (Benztropine) Uses for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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6 Tips for Fighting Medication-Induced Weight Gain
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Woman reading prescription bottle label at laptop
Beyond-Use and Expiration Date Differences
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Mental health professional prescribing medication
Zyprexa (Olanzapine) Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
The Safety of St. John's Wort for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Woman clutching her head in mental anguish
Neurontin and Its Off-Label Use in Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Effexor pills, which are used to treat depression and other ailments.
How Reuptake Inhibitor Drugs Work in Different Ways
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Hispanic woman reading medication
Potential Side Effects and Risks of Tegretol
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Woman with a headache
Side Effects Linked With Nortriptyline
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Woman in pyjamas, looking at refrigerator
Side Effects of Restoril for Insomnia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
binge eating disorder treatment
Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine) Uses and Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Prozac capsule
How Prozac Is Used to Treat Bipolar Depression
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Wellbutrin
Wellbutrin for Bipolar Disorder: Risks and Benefits
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Trileptal Side Effects in Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
doctor and patient
Side Effects of Thorazine for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Hair Loss as a Bipolar Medication Side Effect
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Mixed race man examining prescription bottles
Excipients or Inactive Ingredients in Medication
By Marcia Purse
Woman holding contraceptive pills
Some Mood Stabilizers Can Interfere With Birth Control
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Prozac, Paxil and Zoloft antidepressant tablets
SSRIs or Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Trilafon (Perphenazine) Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Man taking medicine
Latuda (Generic Lurasidone) Drug Information
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Seroquel (Quetiapine) Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Pregnant woman outside in the sun
Taking Lamictal While You're Pregnant
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
SSRI medication pills
SSRI Withdrawal Symptoms and Prevention
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Man taking medicine
Taking Nefazodone as an Antidepressant
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
dietary supplement tablet and Vitamin tablet
Amino Acid Supplements for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
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Medication Expiration Dates and Proper Disposal
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Lips hypersensitive to dry lips, Lips allergic to chemicals , Black lips
Bipolar Medications and Dry Mouth
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Side Effects of Navane (Thiothixine)
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Buspar
Buspar for Anxiety With Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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Serotonin Syndrome: Definition, Symptoms, Traits, Causes, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Doctor writing prescription for patient in clinic office
Anxiety Medications Used for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Lithium tablets next to lithium aluminum silicate.
Lithium Toxicity: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Woman reading prescription bottle label at laptop
Losing Weight Gained From Medications
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Sliced grapefruit and glass of grapefruit juice on wood
Grapefruit Interactions With Bipolar Drugs
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD