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Old Jan 15, 2024, 03:44 PM
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I have had huge problems with short attempts at using Latuda and Risperdone. My mom couldn't tolerate serroquel. That's why I don't want to hear about anti-psychotics right now. I may ask later.
I may have to go back to Lithium-hope not, makes me so gassy. Embarrassing!
Don't want Depakote because it can cause weight gain. I gained 40 pounds from covid isolating-afraid to go to water aerobics for a couple years. We really need aerobic exercise because it's vital even with medication.
May consider Lamictal, but Im so busy that I could actually miss the rash and get in trouble before I needed to go off it.
I will take the DNA test soon. It's in the mail. I just hope my new Pdoc doesn't start pushing antipsychotics super hard if the DNA test recommends them.
Hugs!
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