Bipolar Disorder

[Guest]

my daughter has bipolar and on meds. What I am trying to find out is what types of over the counter medicines can she take for headaches, sinus drainage,etc. She is currently on effexor, seroquil, and lithium

[Guest]

why don't you ask your pharmacist?
[quote] my daughter has bipolar and on meds. What I am trying to find out is what types of over the counter medicines can she take for headaches, sinus drainage,etc... [/quote]

[Guest]

I did and they weren't sure so I thought this would be the best place to get the proper info. The last thing I need is to give her the wrong stuff. I do know that any over counter w/ alcohol is a no go. But the pharmecy said they only have stuff for pregnancy and diabetics as far as what they can or can't take
[quote] why don't you ask your pharmacist.
[quote] my daughter has bipolar and on meds... [/quote]

[Guest]

Sorry they couldn't help you. Call her pdoc then. Last thing you need is a med interaction. Good luck.
[quote] I did and they weren't sure so I thought this would be the best place to get the proper info. The last thing I need is to give her the wrong stuff... [/quote]

[Guest]

definitely check with a psychiatrist who is skilled at perscribing medication for people with mental illnesses. DO NOT SPEAK TO A PHARMACIST, THEY DONT KNOW WHAT TO DO WITH BIPOLARS! I was suprised though, usually Lithium or anticonvulsants will do the trick. unless she has other problems. PLease understand that with medication comes side effects. treating a medical side effect with medicine is like giving a fat kid cake as punishment. It might not help and could make problems worse.
[quote] Sorry they couldn't help you. Call her pdoc then... [/quote]