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Originally Posted by Amy3boys
Hi! My doctor has always said I'm "on the bipolar spectrum" b/c I've had severe depressive episodes but sometimes get irritable and have always struggled with insomnia. Since I got so irritable when my Geodon dose wasn't effective, I'm wondering if I'm in fact BPII b/c that was some serious hypomania. I will ask my doctor when I see her next week. Maybe she will prescribe Lamictal but keep me on the Geodon while I'm tapering up on it (?).
I've never heard of Mirapex but that's great that it helps your depression. Is it activating/energizing or does it make you tired? (or does it not impact your energy level at all?) A big issue for me is extreme fatigue that comes with my depression.
Thanks for your reply!
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Hi!
I go through irritability, too. That's usually a sign for me that I need a med adjustment. I also get very severe depression. My dx is BPII.
With Lamictal, I am losing the irritability. I had to go up to 400 mg. It makes a lot of sense to ask about getting onto Lamictal now and eventually get off of the Geodon if possible.
I have had excellent luck with Mirapex. It's quite activating. I am better able to cope. Any depression is relatively mild and much easier to deal with. I am up and am around. I used to be chained to my bed by depression. I used to feel hopeless and that has been much less I feel Mirapex can be very helpful.
There is another member here trying Mirapex and is thrilled with the results so far. Might as well look into it.
It's a good idea to get rid of Geodon if possible.
Nice to have you posting!
