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Constant agitation and anger with meds
I was diagnosed with bipolar and anger issues by my psychiatrist. He put me on Lamotrigine and I’ve been on it for 2 weeks. I’m currently taking 50mg daily. I have noticed recently that my anger has gotten much worse. I don’t know if it is a side effect that will disappear with time and increased dosage or if I need to change meds. I’ve heard that lithium mixed with lamotrigine works, but don’t understand. I’m just looking for some guidance cause I can’t be angry anymore like this.
HI, Good that you are seeking help over this portal. Buddy, it's just been 2 weeks that you have started the medication. Allow it time to act. Trust your Psychiatrist. He has your detailed history and will definitely prescribe the best for you. Lamitrogine or Lithium or both, let him take a call. Meanwhile, if your anger is increasing, you may contact and inform your Psychiatrist the same. You may also opt to start Integrated treatment method by combining Homoepathic medication along with your ongoing Allopathic medications . Homoeopathic medications help control the disease symptoms with smallest possible doses of Allopathic medications, thereby preventing or reducing their side effects. Homoeopathy medicines are safe i.e without side effects, treat the disease from the root cause thereby giving long term relieef. For any further queries, you may contact me via Practo online portal.
Next Steps
Note the symptoms and wait untill your next followup with your consulting Psychiatrist.
Health Tips
1) It is advisable to get Thyroid profile, Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D levels checked. 2) 30-60 minutes of physical activity - gym, jogging, brisk walk, outdoor sports, yoga, dance will help you release happy hormones and tackle the blues. 3) Inform your close family or friends about your symptoms, will help create a support system.
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