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Whenever you have a change in medications or therapies, your moods will improve, worsen, or stay about the same. Documenting how you feel can be a valuable tool in helping you team up with your doctor and therapist to obtain the right combination of medications and therapy. Use the following form to record the most recent change in your treatment plan and in how you feel since the change. (Or download the form as a Word Document.)

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Is Your New Bipolar Medication Working?

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  • I have bipolar 11 and I would like to know what medication I should discuss with my doctor that does not cause weight gain? Currently, I am taking paxil but I stopped taking seroquil because I have gained a lot of weight. I do need to be on a mood stablizer and an antidepressent.

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  • Hi!

    I am from the Philippines, I have bipolar and I am currently taking Paliperidone Invega 3mg. So far, I did not notice any side effects from my medication.

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