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Topic: Bi Polar and having trouble with my meds.
I had my rny on 3/7/11. I have not been able to get back on my meds since then. I stopped right before surgery and since then I have tried to take them but they are so awful now. I have to crush them. I have tried using pudding, yogurt, crystal light, and water. They hurt my stomach and the side effects that I had before seem to be worse. I am on Lexapro, klonapin, lamictal and lithium. I feel like I'm going to be in trouble soon if I don't get some help. Any suggestions. I am going to see my pcp on monday but my psyc is not available.
I notce people don't post here often. I hope someone can help.
I notce people don't post here often. I hope someone can help.
Topic: RE: What anti-depressant are you on that doesn't tear up your tummy?
I've had the best luck with Lexapro and Abilify. Hope this helps.
Stephanie E
Stephanie E
Topic: RE: What anti-depressant are you on that doesn't tear up your tummy?
Glad you appreciate the Eagles shirts. My grandchildren, on the picture, live in Michigan, and must learn the Eagle fight song soon. I had all my students learning it, and discussed the games every Monday.
My niece went to college in Dover, and lived there for a few years after graduation. She loved it down there. She got her undergrad at Wesley College. Don't know if you ever heard of it.
Did not mean to shame you about going off the meds without doctor supervision. It is just so dangerous to go off psych meds without a doctor's guidance, that's all. It is for your safety that I say that. I used to work in a psychiatric hospital part time, and I have been silly enough to taper off one of my meds without the doc's guidance, and it was not pretty.
If you are concerned about weight gain, discuss that with the doc. Some antidepressants cause it more than others. The doc would know which ones are more likely to cause it.
Good luck.
Hugs,
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
Topic: RE: What anti-depressant are you on that doesn't tear up your tummy?
I was on Lexapro for many years.......I loved it - had no side effects and really did the trick.
I recently (dec) went off of it to alleviate some co-pay drama - increasing on 90 days supply and am currently trying to find something that will work and NOT cause weight gain.
I went off of Lexapro an low and behold - droppped 20 lbs in about 1 month - I worked hard a it too somewhat but its like the barrier broke and I"m able to lose weight again..
All of this said just to let you know to watch - it may cause you to gain some weight. As your doc about those possibilities before just switching to Lexapro -
I may go back to it as I'm NOT dealing with things right now very well - been on new meds for 30 days now...doing a little better now but just not where i felt like I loved everything everyone and just about anything could cross my path and I was okay with life...............NOW......YOU ASK - DON'T GET IN MY WAY !! LOL
My anxiety level sucks !! HELP !
I recently (dec) went off of it to alleviate some co-pay drama - increasing on 90 days supply and am currently trying to find something that will work and NOT cause weight gain.
I went off of Lexapro an low and behold - droppped 20 lbs in about 1 month - I worked hard a it too somewhat but its like the barrier broke and I"m able to lose weight again..
All of this said just to let you know to watch - it may cause you to gain some weight. As your doc about those possibilities before just switching to Lexapro -
I may go back to it as I'm NOT dealing with things right now very well - been on new meds for 30 days now...doing a little better now but just not where i felt like I loved everything everyone and just about anything could cross my path and I was okay with life...............NOW......YOU ASK - DON'T GET IN MY WAY !! LOL
My anxiety level sucks !! HELP ! - Pease check out Dr. Connie Stapleton's Website. A lot of good information on there for all WLS patients regardless of the surgery you chose. Good luck to all and I'm here for you if you want to send me an email. I'll answer it as soon as possible.
- Total Lost: 139 lbs
- Current Weight: 263
- As of 11-10-13 I have had weight gain. Not happy about that.
- RNY: 10-16-07 = 338: Highest weight: 350+ Lowest Weight: 199
Topic: RE: Alcoholism
Congratulations!!!!! That is awesome. I hope you are attending AA meetings and get a sponsor who can guide you through the program. That is what is working for me.
Hugs,
Trish
Hugs,
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
Topic: RE: Alcoholism
http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/crossingtotransferaddiction s/discussion/
I was an alcoholic in recovery, prior to my surgery, but relapsed and struggled for two years with that relapse.
There are many who transfer addictions, and alcohol is convenient.
If you have a problem with alcohol, check out the AA website at www.aa.org attend some AA meetings and start your recovery.
Hugs,
Trish
I was an alcoholic in recovery, prior to my surgery, but relapsed and struggled for two years with that relapse.
There are many who transfer addictions, and alcohol is convenient.
If you have a problem with alcohol, check out the AA website at www.aa.org attend some AA meetings and start your recovery.
Hugs,
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
Topic: RE: What anti-depressant are you on that doesn't tear up your tummy?
I was on lexapro a few years before surgery, I think I'll try that again. No (shameful look) I didn't call my doc and tell her. I just couldn't take it anymore. I'm planning a visit next week to see her and ask for my lexapro back.
Thanks for the advice both of you and the kiddies in the Eagles shirts are ADORABLE! I live in Wilmington, DE and it's GREEN country here too! Not a big football fan but my partner is. Her phone ring in the heat of the season is "fly eagles fly, on the road to victory...fly eagles fly, with a touchdown 1.2.3......" you get the picture. LOL E A G L E S EAGLES! LOL
Thanks for the advice both of you and the kiddies in the Eagles shirts are ADORABLE! I live in Wilmington, DE and it's GREEN country here too! Not a big football fan but my partner is. Her phone ring in the heat of the season is "fly eagles fly, on the road to victory...fly eagles fly, with a touchdown 1.2.3......" you get the picture. LOL E A G L E S EAGLES! LOL
Kim
Heaviest 397/ Before Surgery 367/ Lowest 170/ Current 185
Topic: Alcoholism
Wondering how many of you have found any issues with drinking since weight loss surgery!?
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