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trying to find out the difference between divalproex500mg dr and divalproex 500mg er ## There actually is no difference, they are just different abbreviations that mean the same thing. The DR stands for delayed release and the ER stands for extended release, they both just denote that the medication is in a time released formulation, so it isn't released all at once, when it's taken. You may also see it abbreviated as SR, for sustained release, CR for controlled release or just XR. Divalproex, also known as Valproate Semisodium, is most commonly used to treat manic episodes of Bipolar Disorder. It may cause side effects, such as: nausea, dizziness, weight gain and decreased coordination. Learn more: Are there any other questions or comments?

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what does this pill look like? I have a round pink coated pill with SZ 787 on it. ## The pill in description looks exactly as you described it; and is confirmed to be Carbamazepine (200 mg). Carbamazepine (CBZ) is an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizing drug used primarily in the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder, as well as trigeminal neuralgia. It is also used off-label for a variety of indications, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), schizophrenia, phantom limb syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, paroxysmal extreme pain disorder, neuromyotonia, intermittent explosive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post ...

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I just started symbyax the doctor has me taking 12/50mg 2 at bedtime that seems like a lot does anyone know ## Symbyax contains the active ingredients Olanzapine and Fluoxetine, it is used to treat several types of mental health disorders. And to be honest, the safety of taking higher dosages, such as your doctor has you doing has not been evaluated. It can also potentiate the side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and somnolence. Have you talked to your doctor about this?

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round, white tablet with the letters TARO and 11 on it. ## The pill in description is Carbamazepine (200 mg). Carbamazepine (CBZ) is an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizing drug used primarily in the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder, as well as trigeminal neuralgia. It is also used off-label for a variety of indications, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), schizophrenia, phantom limb syndrome, complex regional pain syndrome, paroxysmal extreme pain disorder, neuromyotonia, intermittent explosive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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FOUR YEARS AGO MY (OLD) pcpput me on lithium. Why? i 'had a friend' i suspected was suffering from bi polar symptoms and spoke with him about it. i ended up on lithium for a little over a year, until i woke up, briefly, one day and found a new doctor, female, too! Although lithium left my life forever, the depression it left behind is unbearable. Doc and I have tried everything, from prozac to effexor and now prystic. I can't quiot crying. All day long, sometimes from memories sometimes for no reason what so ever. Doc sqys my life isn't anything to jump for joy about, but agrees, somethinbg is seriously wrong and she suspect the lithium, now three years past, is to blame. i take alot of drugs, hpt, sinemet, RLS: pain meds for fibromyalgia and broken back and hips, klonop...

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pink&whitecapsule ## I think you have Lithium - does that ring a bell at all? ## Just to confirm, the pill in description is definitely Lithium carbonate (300 mg). A number of chemical salts of lithium are used medically as a mood stabilizing drug, primarily in the treatment of bipolar disorder, where they have a role in the treatment of depression and particularly of mania, both acutely and in the long term. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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452 ## The pill in description marked 54 452 is Lithium carbonate (300 mg). A number of chemical salts of lithium are used medically as a mood stabilizing drug, primarily in the treatment of bipolar disorder, where they have a role in the treatment of depression and particularly of mania, both acutely and in the long term. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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coated round white pill with sz 787 ## This tablet contains 200mgs of Carbamazepine, in an extended release formulation. It is an anticonvulsant that is used as a mood stabilizer and to treat some forms of neuralgia. It can cause side effects, such as: nausea, drowsiness, impaired motor coordination and migraines. More details: Are there any other questions?

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Beige capsule ## The pill in description is Lithium carbonate (300 mg). A number of chemical salts of lithium are used medically as a mood stabilizing drug, primarily in the treatment of bipolar disorder, where they have a role in the treatment of depression and particularly of mania, both acutely and in the long term. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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does this help you sleep better at night ## Divalproex is used to treat various conditions, such as the manic phases of Bipolar disorder and epilepsy. It can cause some drowsiness and sedation as a side effect, but should not be used just for insomnia problems, unless they are directly related to a mood disorder. Learn more: Are there any other comments or questions?

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round shape peach ## This is Lithium Carbonate 300mgs, not a 450mg tablet, a generic for Lithobid. ## Where in this World will I continue my most Therapuetic Drug Regime which enables mine staying out of The HOSPITAL for the last 14 YEARS, only becauses I Involve myself with this ESKALITH E.R. 450mg as the Daily Divided Dose in 12Hour interval every single Day...the lithium carbonate 450mg / WW 277 DOES NOT PROVIDE the COVERAGE from SYMPTOMS? signed drug and E-toh FREE.!!!

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My 22 year old son is bi-polar and has been prescribed respidol but does not have the money to purchase it. He has trouble keeping a job and has just started a part time job but hasn't been paid. He is fighting with his pregnant girlfriend and threatening to kill himself. He needs help affording this medicine ## Please check your local medical office. Some times they will stock pile meds from the drug reps for pt. Then you can also write or call the company and they will assist or even give him the meds needed. They will send them to the doctors office for pickup. Only as needed on a monthly supply. Also there are alot of pharmacys that have and can give information on if they have plans or who can assist obtaining this medication for your son. Health Dept. There are also state fund...

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there is either a 6 or a 9 on the back half of the pill that is drawn with sharp lines so that the number is almost an octagon ## I believe I located your pill, Click here to see a picture of the pill. If this is you pill it's Carbamazepine 200 mg, which is an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizing drug used primarily in the treatment of epilepsy and bipolar disorder, as well as trigeminal neuralgia. To learn more click on the link below... If this is not your pill, please post back so I can help you further. ## If its an octagon b then its probably sprintec a type of birthcontrol by barr labs. ## I have a pill that is a small round white pill with a lower case b on one side that is octogan ish and 143 on the other side.... it is a generic birth control pill :)

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White oval caplet with T 29 imprinted on, prescribed as a generic tegretol but caused adverse reaction from patient. What is this pill? ## I believe I located a match, but the imprint says T25, Click here to see a picture of the pill. If this is your pill, it's Tarceva 25 mgs. To learn more about this drug click on the link below... If this is not your pill, please post back so I can help you locate the corrrect pill. ## I recieved this thru mailorder, I was taking teg XR 400, the bottle is carbamazepine er 400mg, generic tegretol xr by taro. I am nervous to take this, as there isn't info anywhere! What adverse reaction, did you ever find info on this? Thanks ## I have this strange rogue white caplet with the imprint T-29 on one side but nothing on the other, it was given to me ...

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do people use this pill for a buzz...is it addicting im worried a about a freind.. ## This contains 300mgs of Lithium, medically it is used as a mood stabilizer. It has can be abused and addictive if someone does so. Have you tried asking them about it?

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to treat phychiatric patients ## gostaria de saber os efeito do remedio respiridon? ## Here is the monograph with more information, I am sorry though I do not speak Spanish and I do not have a translation, either. ## i take sizap and depakine hrono i have a bipolar disorder what is the diference between shizophrenia and my diagnose

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cream color round shape 54/346 imprint ## The pill in description is Lithium carbonate (450 mg). A number of chemical salts of lithium are used medically as a mood stabilizing drug, primarily in the treatment of bipolar disorder, where they have a role in the treatment of depression and particularly of mania, both acutely and in the long term. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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round white pill with letters APO on top and numbers 7100 on bottom ## Round White Pill Apo On Top 7100 On Bottom ## Based on the information provided, I was able to find a very similar pill colored white, with APO on the top and 200 on the bottom. The name of the drug is Carbamazepine; an anticonvulsant and mood stabilizing drug which you can view more information on by following the link below... This could possibly be the same pill with a different mg dosage. Click here to see a picture of the pill. If you have any more questions or concerns, please post back, and I will be happy to help you. ## round white tablet with APO/T100 and blank on the other side?

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round, white pill. one side has a pink circle printed on it with the capital letter T in the middle. 200mg printed in small pink letters on the other side. i was told they were sleeping pills, confirm or deny? ## Hmmmmmmm...are those my only choices? This tablet actually contains 200mgs of Carbamazepine, an anticonvulsant that is also used as a mood stabilizer. It is not a sleeping pill, but it can cause drowsiness as a side effect, along with: nausea, headaches and problems with motor coordination. Read more: Do you have any additional questions?

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what is peach tablet 54/107 ## The pill in description is Lithium carbonate (300 mg). A number of chemical salts of lithium are used medically as a mood stabilizing drug, primarily in the treatment of bipolar disorder, where they have a role in the treatment of depression and particularly of mania, both acutely and in the long term. To view information about this drug, please click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do.

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