Epival vs. Lamictal

[Vinton]

Hi,

I've been on epival for about a year. I went from {{Edit: reference to specific weight}} and my closet is practicly empty. I feel like crap when I see myself in the miror in the morning and whenever I go out. (Wow! you've gain so much weight)

I'M on the threadmill and do weights but does not change anything.

I'm hungry all the time.

I'm seing my Psy next week and want to ask him if I can change to some other med.I've bought this book on bipolar and they seem to recommend Lamictal. I've ckecked the this med and the side effects are scary.

Any advice on this from past experience?
Does epival causes the weight gain or its the appetite gain?

Thanks

 

[Halo]

Re: Epival Vs lamictal

Vinton,

While I don't have any specific knowledge about either of the medications that you describe, if you are feeling that the medication may be increasing your appetite or are concerned about the weight gain then I would suggest that you definitely talk to your doctor about it. I do know that some medications due cause weight gain but again I would speak to your doctor who knows your situation the best.