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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.
Saphris: Uses, Side Effects, and Dosage
By Toketemu Ohwovoriole
How Is Bipolar Disorder Treated?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Rash and Inflammation While on Lamictal
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Precautions You Should Take Before Taking Zoloft
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Trileptal for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Lamictal Withdrawal Symptoms in Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Does Lamictal Cause Weight Gain or Loss?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
The Dangers of Weight Loss Drugs Belviq and Qsymia
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Trazodone Potential Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Lithium Side Effects - Bipolar Medications
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Lamictal Indications, Side Effects, and Precautions
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Therapeutic Drug Levels in Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Valium to Manage Anxiety Disorders and Symptoms
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
The Mood Stabilizers for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Relationship Between Lithium and Weight Gain
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
What Are Atypical Antipsychotics?
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Extrapyramidal Side Effects From Medication
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Treating Psychosis With Typical Antipsychotics
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Haldol (Haloperidol) Possible Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Lithium as Treatment for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Remeron (Mirtazapine) Antidepressant Information
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Overview of Tricyclic Antidepressants
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Oxazepam Use, Side Effects, Cautions, and Withdrawal
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Norepinephrine's Role in Treating Mood Problems
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Taking the Benzodiazepine Ativan (Lorazepam)
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Antipsychotics Black Box Warning for Elderly Patients
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Overview of Your Medication's Half-Life
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Using Abilify for Treatment of Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Symbyax Medication for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Cogentin (Benztropine) Uses for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
6 Tips for Fighting Medication-Induced Weight Gain
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Beyond-Use and Expiration Date Differences
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
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
Neurontin and Its Off-Label Use in Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
How Reuptake Inhibitor Drugs Work in Different Ways
Reviewed by Amy Morin, LCSW
Potential Side Effects and Risks of Tegretol
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Side Effects Linked With Nortriptyline
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Side Effects of Restoril for Insomnia
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Vyvanse (Lisdexamfetamine) Uses and Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
How Prozac Is Used to Treat Bipolar Depression
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Wellbutrin for Bipolar Disorder: Risks and Benefits
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Trileptal Side Effects in Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Side Effects of Thorazine for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Hair Loss as a Bipolar Medication Side Effect
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Excipients or Inactive Ingredients in Medication
By Marcia Purse
Some Mood Stabilizers Can Interfere With Birth Control
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
SSRIs or Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Trilafon (Perphenazine) Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Latuda (Generic Lurasidone) Drug Information
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Seroquel (Quetiapine) Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Taking Lamictal While You're Pregnant
Medically reviewed by Carly Snyder, MD
SSRI Withdrawal Symptoms and Prevention
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Taking Nefazodone as an Antidepressant
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Amino Acid Supplements for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Medication Expiration Dates and Proper Disposal
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Bipolar Medications and Dry Mouth
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Side Effects of Navane (Thiothixine)
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Buspar for Anxiety With Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Serotonin Syndrome: Definition, Symptoms, Traits, Causes, Treatment
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Anxiety Medications Used for Bipolar Disorder
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Lithium Toxicity: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD
Losing Weight Gained From Medications
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Grapefruit Interactions With Bipolar Drugs
Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD