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rustym03

Updated 1mo ago

Seeking Advice on Weight-Neutral Medications for Bipolar Disorder

Been off meds a few years. Had basically become a hermit and was managing pretty well. Have started having some hypermania and some pretty frequent lows again. About 8 years ago I was on zyprexa and gained horrendous weight! battled to lose it and get myself well. I've had many issues with medications over years. Developed restless legs from SSRI's. What are some successful meds that won't cause weight gain and effect restless legs ppl can suggest?

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One user mentioned that they didn't experience weight gain with Abilify (Apriprazole), but it did worsen their Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS). However, their doctor prescribed them pramipexole which hel...See More

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tee9161

1mo

Requip, methadone, and Gabapentin

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