I try not to worry too much about labels. Insurance companies need them for billing purposes. I also try not to worry about comparing my meds to others- seems like there is such a broad range of combinations prescribed for various conditions. I have read of mood stabilizers being used for depression in folks without a bipolar diagnosis. Lamictal/lamotrigine for example has anti-depressant qualities.

The real question is whether you feel the medication you are taking is keeping you stable. Certainly you should ask your dr about your diagnosis and the rational behind what is being prescribed if you feel you are in the dark. You have a right to be informed. ++