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I'm alot like many of you....many pills for multiple conditions. As for bipolar, I take Neurontin and Gabitril as an add for mood stability. In addition, being prone to depression, I take Welbutrin and Effexor.....Ativan for anxiety and sleep, Lunesta for sleep and Abilify because I have had a psycotic break. Alot, I agree, but the alternative of ending up in the hospital sick as a dog is not worth it to me. I believe in my pdoc - she respects me and I respect and trust her to do what is best for me.
In addition, I take two antibiotics to prevent infection in my knee (long story!), three meds for high blood pressure, two for a rare form of colitis and a pain med PRN for chronic pain in my knee. Thank heavens for good insurance here in the US .... Medicare with private secondary insurance.
Oh yes, Fosamax and Calcium for thinning bones.....and I am only 55!
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Hi...I'm bipolar Becky since 1997. Had a horrible experience in a psyc hospital and have med compliant this whole time because I'm am scared to death to be sent back!
I also injured my left knee in Jan.1999 and have had 15 surgeries since to try to correct it. But, because of infection, they have had to take my fake knee out and leave it out (if necessary).. This has happened twice with Mayo Clinic being the last one's to try and fix it.
AS of today, Feb. 9th, I have a broken ankle now from falling because of my fake knee. HELP!!!
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