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I am a 47 year old woman who has lived with bipolar disorder all my life. I first recognized I had a problem when I was in the 8th grade. I went through a turbulant adolesence, which carried on into my adult life. I was finally diagnosed with Bipolar Disorder when I was about 30 years old. So needless to say, I struggled with not only my family members relationships, but with every relationship. At that time, I was a mother of two beautiful daughters. Raising two daughters with full blown bipolar illness. It wasn't easy at all. I went for inpatient hospitization when I was 32 years old when I found myself wandering the streets, barefoot and in tears. After my inpatient treatment I went on to outpatient treatment. I have to say it was the best thing I ever did in my life. After treatment my life began....

Thursday, December 3, 2009

SEROQUEL and bipolar illness

As any medication SEROQUEL has it's share of side effects. Before we go ahead and take SEROQUEL there are some side effects to consider. In clinical studies SEROQUEL worked very well for bipolar illness. SEROQUEL has been linked to diabetes and high blood sugar.

A person who is overweight or has diabetes is suggested to be treated by their doctor and have their blood levels checked. It is very important to have your blood sugars monitored through the time you use SEROQUEL. If the doctor finds a problem with your blood sugar levels he may consider discontinuing the medication.

A few side effects you may experience is as follows: fatigue, throwing up, weak, gaining weight, drowsy, dizzy, parched, constipation, upset stomach, sore throat, vomiting.

I have to say I know alot of people who take SEROQUEL at bedtime and find it to work very well.
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