Bipolar Disorder Articles A-Z

Abilify Side Effects

Some common side effects of Abilify include vomiting, dizziness, and anxiety. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV page covers serious side effects that require medical attention, as well as some less common side effects (like anemia).

Abilify Substitute

If you develop any side effects or do not respond well to Abilify, alternatives to the drug are available. This eMedTV resource explains what medications can be used as an Abilify substitute and describes various types of psychosocial therapy.

Abilify Tablets

Abilify is a prescription drug approved to treat bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and depression. As this eMedTV Web page explains, there are currently several different forms of Abilify: tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, and liquid.

Abilify Uses

A doctor may prescribe Abilify for the treatment of schizophrenia, major depression, or bipolar disorder. This eMedTV segment also explores "off-label" Abilify uses (such as the treatment of behavioral problems in elderly people with dementia).

Abilify Warnings and Precautions

Abilify can cause a serious condition called tardive dyskinesia in some people. This eMedTV Web page offers other important Abilify warnings and precautions, including other possible side effects and information on who should not take the medication.

Abilify Withdraw

If you abruptly stop taking Abilify, withdrawal symptoms could occur. This eMedTV page explains why you may experience withdrawal and lists possible withdrawal symptoms. Abilify withdraw is a common misspelling of Abilify withdrawal.

Abilify Withdrawal

You should get your healthcare provider's approval before stopping treatment with Abilify. As this eMedTV article explains, stopping Abilify abruptly can cause problems such as insomnia or symptoms of bipolar disorder or schizophrenia.

Abilify Withdrawal Symptoms

As with most drugs for mental illnesses, you should not stop taking Abilify without your doctor's approval. This eMedTV segment provides a list of possible Abilify withdrawal symptoms that may occur if you stop using the medication too abruptly.

Ablify

Abilify is a medicine prescribed for the treatment of bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and major depression. This eMedTV page takes a brief look at Abilify and provides a link to more detailed information. Ablify is a common misspelling of Abilify.

Alcohol and Abilify

It is generally not recommended that you drink alcohol while on Abilify. This eMedTV page gives an overview of alcohol and Abilify, noting in particular how combining the two can increase the risk of side effects like low blood pressure or drowsiness.

Alcohol and Geodon

It is generally not recommended that you combine alcohol and Geodon. As this eMedTV page explains, consuming alcohol during Geodon treatment can increase the chances and severity of several side effects, including low blood pressure and drowsiness.

Alcohol and Seroquel

Alcohol and Seroquel should generally not be combined. This eMedTV article explains the reasons why -- for example, certain side effects of the drug may be increased -- and the discussion you should have with your doctor before taking them together.

Alcohol and Symbyax

People taking Symbyax are often advised not to combine it with alcohol. This eMedTV Web page gives an overview on alcohol and Symbyax, explaining how combining the two substances can increase the risk of certain side effects.

Asenapine

Asenapine is approved for the treatment of two mental illnesses: bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. This eMedTV resource takes an in-depth look at this prescription medication, with information on dosing, side effects, how it works, and more.

Asenapine Dosage

Certain factors can affect the asenapine dosage your healthcare provider prescribes. This eMedTV article lists these factors, describes general guidelines for when the drug is used to treat two types of mental illness, and offers tips on taking it safely.

Asenapine Drug Information

Asenapine is a drug often used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This segment of the eMedTV archives provides some basic information on this prescription medication and includes a link to the complete article for those who want to learn more.

Benefits of Abilify

There are many benefits of Abilify; the drug has shown to be effective at treating schizophrenia symptoms. This eMedTV article outlines other benefits of the medication and explains how it works for bipolar disorder and depression.

Benefits of Depakote

Depakote has been shown to be helpful for people who experience manic episodes with bipolar disorder. This eMedTV page explores other benefits of Depakote, including information on how this drug is also useful for people with seizures or migraines.

Benefits of Geodon

There appear to be many benefits of Geodon. As this page on the eMedTV Web site explains, Geodon has been shown to be effective for improving schizophrenia symptoms, treating episodes of mania or mixed episodes, and preventing relapses.

Benefits of Lithium

Lithium can be used as a "maintenance treatment" to help prevent episodes of mania or depression. This eMedTV article discusses the other benefits of lithium and explores how the medication may work to control symptoms of bipolar disorder.

Benefits of Seroquel

Studies have shown Seroquel to be effective for improving symptoms of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. This eMedTV resource discusses other benefits of Seroquel and provides a link to more information about this antipsychotic medication.

Bi Polar

Bipolar disorder is a type of illness that is also known as manic depression. This eMedTV page briefly describes bipolar disorder, including information on the characteristics of this condition. Bi polar is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder.

Bi Polar Disease

Bipolar disorder is a condition that causes episodes of mania and depression. This eMedTV article offers a brief description of bipolar disorder and explains how it affects a person's life. Bi polar disease is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder.

Bi Polar Disorder

This eMedTV Web page offers an overview of bipolar disorder, a long-term illness that causes episodes of mania and depression. This page also covers possible symptoms of the condition. Bi polar disorder is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder.

Bi Polar In Children

Bipolar disorder can occur in children and adolescents. This selection of the eMedTV Web library describes how bipolar disorder can affect children differently than adults. Bi polar in children is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder in children.

Bi Polar Medication

Mood-stabilizing medications are typically prescribed to treat bipolar disorder. This eMedTV page takes a brief look at bipolar medications and offers a link to more information. Bi polar medication is a common misspelling of bipolar medications.

Bi-Polar Symptoms

This eMedTV page explains that bipolar disorder can cause a dramatic shift in mood, from overly "high" moods to feelings of worthlessness. This page also lists other symptoms. Bi-polar symptoms is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder symptoms.

Biopolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder affects approximately 1 percent of the population in any given year. This part of the eMedTV library takes a brief look at bipolar disorder, including possible symptoms. Biopolar disorder is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder.

Biploar

Bipolar disorder can cause a persistently sad mood and excessive involvement in risky behaviors. This eMedTV Web page explains what this illness is and lists possible symptoms. Biploar is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder.

Bipolair

As this eMedTV Web resource explains, bipolar disorder is a long-term illness that affects a person's mood, energy level, and ability to function. This page also offers a link to more information. Bipolair is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder.

Bipolar

Bipolar disorder is a serious brain disease affecting over 2 million American adults. This eMedTV article describes the extreme shifts in mood, energy, and functioning that characterize the disease, and explains why proper treatment is crucial.

Bipolar Causes

Bipolar causes are not linked to one specific origin, but rather to several combined factors. As discussed in this page of the eMedTV archives, genetic factors, in combination with other aspects of a person or the environment, may be bipolar causes.

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is characterized by unusual shifts in a person's mood, energy, and ability to function. This eMedTV page takes an in-depth look at this disorder, including detailed information on possible symptoms.

Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis

Symptoms, the course of the illness, and a family history help a doctor make a bipolar disorder diagnosis. This eMedTV Web page explains in more detail how this diagnosis is made and includes testimony from people who have bipolar disorder.

Bipolar Disorder in Children

As this eMedTV article explains, it can be more difficult to handle bipolar disorder in children because they experience more mood swings than adults. However, once the condition is identified and diagnosed, it can be appropriately treated.

Bipolar Disorder Information

Bipolar Disorder Symptoms

Bipolar disorder symptoms often shift radically, varying from extreme happiness to depression. This page from the eMedTV Web site describes symptoms of bipolar disorder in more detail, explaining the balance of manic and depressive symptoms.

Bipolar Disorder Treatment

Several bipolar disorder treatment options have been effective in stabilizing the radical mood swings. This eMedTV Web resource offers an in-depth look at how medications and psychosocial remedies can be beneficial treatment options.

Bipolar Dissorder

This eMedTV page explains that bipolar disorder causes cycles of mania and depression, which can recur through the person's lifetime. This page also lists symptoms that may occur. Bipolar dissorder is a common misspelling of bipolar disorder.