Best Medications for Bipolar Disorder: What the Research Says
- Moe | Scarlet Plus
- Jul 1
- 2 min read
Advanced Psychiatric Insight at Adelson Behavioral & Mental Health
Medication for bipolar disorder is not one-size-fits-all. At Adelson Behavioral & Mental Health, we match science with personal needs—helping you find balance through evidence-based solutions that evolve as you do.
On this page:
1. Mood Stabilizers: The Foundation of Care for Bipolar Disorder
These regulate extreme mood shifts without dulling your personality.
🧠 Lithium: A gold-standard mood stabilizer for decades
💊 Lamotrigine: Often used for bipolar depression
🔁 Valproate or carbamazepine: Stabilize manic symptoms
Mood stabilizers are often the first line of defense.
2. Atypical Antipsychotics: For Mania, Depression, or Both
These newer meds treat a range of symptoms—even between episodes.
😠 Quetiapine or lurasidone: Help with depressive phases
🛑 Aripiprazole or risperidone: Reduce manic intensity
💤 Some support sleep—important for bipolar care
They’re often added when mood stabilizers aren’t enough alone.
3. Antidepressants: Use With Caution
They may help—but only with supervision.
⚖️ Antidepressants can trigger mania if used improperly
🤝 They’re usually prescribed with mood stabilizers
🧠 Always monitor for changes during use
Our team tracks medication responses closely to avoid missteps.
4. Finding the Right Fit
Medication is personal—it takes collaboration.
🩺 Track side effects and changes
💬 Keep regular check-ins with your provider
🔄 Don’t be afraid to adjust if something’s not working
At Adelson, we listen first—and prescribe with precision.
Conclusion
With modern psychiatry, there are more medication options than ever. You don’t have to guess alone.
Contact us today to find the right fit—and get the support you need to thrive.
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