I was on meds for a few years, But most had side effects I just can't accept or tolerate. I have gone med free .. It's not easy. I took almost a year to get all my coping skills and emergency plans in order.
Even on strong AP's and MS's I would still cycle , So I don't see how taking chemicals daily made sense.. My Pdoc agreed.
I have ups and downs and I'm often riding the waves with a white knuckle death grip. I'm sure at some point I might need to get on something. Ill wait until that day comes and go from there.