Bipolar Disorder Support Group
Bipolar disorder is not just a single disorder, but a category of mood disorders marked by periods of abnormally high energy and euphoria, often accompanied by bouts of clinical depression. This is the place to talk about your experience with bipolar disorder, learn from others' experiences, and find support.

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So I finally feel like my meds are the right fit and along comes the diagnosis of Kidney insufficiency. They are talking a change now and I am sooooo scared. Has any one else gone through this? I'm thinking how long til a kidney goes bad anyway. Its not kidney failure or anything. A common word in bipolar land insufficiency. I DO NOT WANT TO CHANGE MY MEDS! Somebody please tell me there is an alternative!
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Drugs like Tegretol will mimic lithium and you won't have to go for blood work.
Gapapentin is another one.
Change your meds, if it's affecting your kidneys/liver.