Bipolar Medication

Zyprexa is an antipsychotic medication which comes in tablet form and intramuscular injection. The tablets range in strengths from 2.5 mg to 20 mg and are taken orally. The dissolving tablets range from 5 mg to 64 mg. These can be taken with or without liquid as they dissolve in seconds. Zyprexa is also available in an intramuscular injection in a single dosage of 10 mg. This drug should be prescribed with caution, especially when treating the elderly, as there is a risk of death for patients with dementia-related psychosis. Included precautions should also be taken for patients who experience hypotension, cardiovascular diseases, and other related conditions.

Paxil is an antidepressant medication and is also recommended in the treatment of eating, anxiety, and addiction disorders. Paxil comes in color coded tables in strengths of 10 mg to 40 mg, as well as in a 5 mL strength orange flavored liquid. Patients should be monitored carefully, as there is a tendency depression can worsen, as well as suicide dangers. Precautions should be taken as some patients have experienced side affects including seizures, dizziness, anxiety and confusion.

Lamictal is an anticonvulsant medication for the treatment of Bipolar 1 Disorder. It is also used to treat seizures by itself or in conjunction with other drugs. Lamictal comes in color coded tablet form in strengths of 25 mg to 200 mg and taken orally. It also comes in a chewable color coded tablet in strengths of 2, 5, and 25 mg. A major side effect of this drug is the onset of rashes. If this occurs, seek medical assistance promptly, as it could be Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Another reaction to this drug is hypersensitivity, which can be life threatening or possibly fatal.