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Posted by effinwarrior on August 13, 2008, at 12:01:34
Hi everyone-
I am Bipolar II and also Bulimic. I've been adamant with my Dr. about not taking meds that will possibly make me gain weight, but my depression had gotten really bad lately.
He prescribed lamictal yesterday in addition to the Trileptal and Wellbutrin I already take, and said it shouldn't make me gain weight, but he had no guarantees.
I've read conflicting information, people have said they've rapidly gained a lot of weight and others have lost or not gained at all. I know my health and stability should be my first priority, but if anything is going to make me suicidal, it would be weight gain. I realize that's twisted logic, but that's how my head works.
If anyone can offer some information or experience, I would really, really appreciate it.
Thanks.
Posted by Quintal on August 13, 2008, at 12:17:22
In reply to Trileptal/Wellbutrin, just added Lamictal, Weight?, posted by effinwarrior on August 13, 2008, at 12:01:34
Lamictal isn't something I've associated with weight gain - I don't remember anyone come here and complain about weight gain with Lamictal. It's certainly a better option than Depakote if when weight gain is a concern. I took it for two years and didn't gain any extra weight, and recently restarted it in April and my weight hasn't changed significantly since then. I think it's the most weight neutral mood stablilizer.
Q
Posted by Phillipa on August 13, 2008, at 12:28:49
In reply to Re: Trileptal/Wellbutrin, just added Lamictal, Wei, posted by Quintal on August 13, 2008, at 12:17:22
I used it to augment an ad only got to 50mg but no weight gain. Love Phillipa and good luck please try it.
Posted by raisinb on August 13, 2008, at 18:05:22
In reply to Trileptal/Wellbutrin, just added Lamictal, Weight?, posted by effinwarrior on August 13, 2008, at 12:01:34
For me, Wellbutrin combats the weight gain associated with other meds because it's such an appetite suppressant. I'm not sure how much you're on.
Posted by effinwarrior on August 13, 2008, at 22:59:49
In reply to Re: Trileptal/Wellbutrin, just added Lamictal, Wei » effinwarrior, posted by raisinb on August 13, 2008, at 18:05:22
I'm not on that much Wellbutrin, I take 450 mg a day, hopefully it will combat any weight gain. Thanks for all the input, I can't explain how much I appreciate it.
Posted by raisinb on August 14, 2008, at 9:21:13
In reply to Re: Trileptal/Wellbutrin, just added Lamictal, Wei, posted by effinwarrior on August 13, 2008, at 22:59:49
That's actually a lot--I think it's the highest approved dosage for adults. That oughtta do it, in my opinion.
Posted by Phillipa on August 14, 2008, at 19:27:49
In reply to Re: Trileptal/Wellbutrin, just added Lamictal, Wei » effinwarrior, posted by raisinb on August 14, 2008, at 9:21:13
You are correct. Phillipa
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