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My doctor put me on a mood stabilizer

gordos4
gordos4
My psychiatrist recently started me on Lamactil, a mood stabilizer. I have only been on it for 3 weeks, & already feel SO much better. I had been on various anti-depressants for 15 years, Lexapro mostly, it quit working. The only problem is, I now have horrible insomnia. I cannot sleep more than 4 or 5 hours. I guess it's worth it if it eases my depression & anxiety Anyone else have an experience with this drug you would share with me? Thanks.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I'm on that too. Are you taking it at night or in the morning? If you are taking it at night, ask your dr if you can try taking it in the morning because of your insomnia. I did that change and it helped me. Best of luck to you.
gordos4
gordos4
quietfire,
I take 4-25mg pills per day. I started taking one early morning, 1 mid-morning, 1 mid afternoon, & 1 before I go to bed. It seems to be working pretty well so far. How is it working for you?
deleted_user
deleted_user
it has definitely helped. I don't take them throughout the day though. My dr prescribed one dose of 150mg once a day. I think you should definitely tell your dr about the insomnia and ask if there is another way you can take it.