Posted by Solstice on February 19, 2012, at 22:22:24
In reply to Re: Desperate » SLS, posted by SLS on February 19, 2012, at 21:25:54
> One more tool to be aware of is Topamax. It works for mixed states, as does Depakote. Topamax treatment must be initiated at a very low dosage and titrated gradually in order to avoid cognitive side effects. 100 mg may be all that is needed. I have seen it work wonders for mixed states. Topamax is known to produce weight loss, just in case that is an issue.
>Is Topamax typically used in conjunction with anything else?
What kind of cognitive side effects does it have? I know I can look it up online, but it'll be very generalized and be the same as all the other same-class medications. My daughter would be distressed if something made her feel cognitively dull.. so if there's a way to avoid that it would be important to avoid it.
> Mixed states are not pleasant for the sufferer.I know... it is so hard for me to watch. It's very disruptive for her. She told me the other day that she felt 'trapped' in the cycle - and feels desperate about feeling like she'll never break out of it. She has not been herself at all, and it's painful.
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