Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Suggest Treatment For Bipolar Disorder
Hi my father is bipolar since 6 years he has had 5 episodes of mania since his diagnosis. During that time he stays in depression. Now again he is hypomaniac getting in all sorts of business ventures. He was sleeping less. The psychiatrists we r consulting had put him on epival 1500 mg, olepra 5mg, n at ativan 1 mg ,he has started to sleep with meds but mood is continously elated n he is becoming more irritable..... He was smoking 2 packs a day of cigarettes now has started using e cigarette along with a pack of cigarettes. It's been 3 weeks since change of meds but no good?
Wed, 9 Apr 2014
HI
Thanks for using healthcare magic
As number of episodes increase, it become difficult to control next episode. In his case, he may need higher doses of medication. Olanzapine should be around 20mg and valporate around 2000mg per day. Increase smoking is also part of his illness and will medication, all symptoms including smoking will be reduced.
Thanks
Thanks for using healthcare magic
As number of episodes increase, it become difficult to control next episode. In his case, he may need higher doses of medication. Olanzapine should be around 20mg and valporate around 2000mg per day. Increase smoking is also part of his illness and will medication, all symptoms including smoking will be reduced.
Thanks
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Bipolar disorder
Loading Online Doctors....