Some common side effects of mood stabilizers include tremors, nausea, and dizziness. Mood stabilizer side effects that you should see a doctor for are loss of balance, extreme drowsiness, and rapid heart rate. While mood stabilizers can cause adverse side effects, do not stop taking your medication. Instead, reach out […]
Treatment of bipolar disorder typically involves mood stabilizers, antidepressants, and/or antipsychotics. Bipolar disorder is also treated through therapy like cognitive-behavioural therapy and family-based therapy. Other treatment options for bipolar disorder include day treatment programs, hospitalisation, and following a healthy lifestyle. This article was medically reviewed by David A. Merrill, MD, […]
Popular text-based therapy platform Talkspace is planning a massive expansion. The company is bringing on psychiatrists to prescribe medications to patients through the app using its video chat tool. The app is also partnering with fraternity Delta Tau Delta to offer its 9,000 members free access. I began my first […]
Amazon is selling an exclusive line of generic over-the-counter medications. The private label-line is manufactured by drugmaker Perrigo, which is known for its store-brand over-the-counter medications for things like allergy and cold medications. CNBC reports that the line of medications, called “Basic Care,” has about 60 products. Amazon is selling […]
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