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Anticonvulsants
Anticonvulsants are prescribed to those with bipolar disorder (manic depression) as mood stabilizers. These medications help to even the highs and lows of mood associated with this disorder. Found here are resources and information regarding this class of drugs
Anticonvulsant - Definition
Anticonvulsants are medications used to treat seizures, and in addition, some are also used in bipolar disorder as mood stabilizers. More ...
Mysoline / Primidone Side Effects
Catalogue of side effects for the medication Mysoline - generic Primidone - which is an anticonvulsant medication sometimes used for treatment-resistant bipolar disorder.
Anticonvulsants Cause Birth Defects
A study published in April 2001 finds that there is a significantly higher risk of major birth defects when one or more drugs such as Depakote or Tegretol are taken during pregnancy.
The Treatment of Bipolar Disorder: Medications for Mania
This article outlines the anticonvulsants commonly used in the treatment of bipolar disorder.
Anticonvulsants in Bipolar and Other Psychiatric Disorders
Information from Dr. Bob's Psychopharmacology Tips regarding gabapentin and lamotrigine.
