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Dec 18, 2010, 01:33 AM
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i am bipolar and was complaining to my doctor about lost focus and not being able to get things done around the house. she put me on a med called straterra. alot of people in my family have add but im not sure if i have it. and if i do how do i get diagnosed. PS she was my old doctor i go see a new one in JAN
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Dec 19, 2010, 11:57 AM
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My understanding is that strattera is an ADD/ADHD med but lack of fucus and inability to get things done can also be part of bipolar. I would ask your new Doc about a referral for testing when you see them in Jan.
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Dec 19, 2010, 12:15 PM
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Bipolar and ADHD often overlap. It is possible to have both, as I do. Discuss your concerns about possibily having ADHD (with/without hyperactivity) and he/she will do the appropriate testing needed to confirm the diagnosis. Good luck
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Dec 19, 2010, 02:17 PM
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I have both. first, I got Ritalin for my ADHD- increasing the dose to desired effect. After a depression, I started on Lamictal.
A stimulant should be first choice for ADHD. Now, I feel better than ever 
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Dec 19, 2010, 03:11 PM
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So how has your focus been since starting the Strattera?
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Dec 21, 2010, 11:44 PM
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