Sometimes it takes a while for your system to go back to normal after you have been using large amounts of laxatives for a long time. Your symptoms may get better just from stopping the OTC laxatives :hug::hug::hug:
Lactulose doesn't always produce a BM every day. When was the last time you went? Anywhere from 3 times a day to 3 times a week is considered "normal."

I hope the kiwis help with your IBS symptoms. They sound promising :hug:

Gabapentin is an anti-seizure medication that is used for neurological pain, but it can be used off-label as a mood stabilizer, but usually as an adjunct, not alone. It doesn't work for everyone.
I used to take it in VERY high doses to treat my neuro pain from the MS, but it stopped working for that, so I stopped taking it. I take it in a MUCH lower dose as a mood stabilizer now, and it works well for me. It's the only med we can move up and down to treat milder episodes of hypo/mania because I'm maxed out on everything else.

Why do you say you are unstable? I thought that the Aplenzin was working well? (((HUGS)))

Which kind of suppositories did you order? Dulcolax or glycerin?

Did you have diarrhea or a formed stool?
bizi

Today was the first time the laxative worked a litttle .Fleet Glycerin Laxative Suppositories, Adult - 24 ea.
$3.60 from walmart. I went a few days ago when I ate a lot of prunes. Then I threw the rest out because I couldn't keep on doing that because of my diabetes and weight. Aplenzin is working really well. Again I don't know why he doubled the dose. Even with all the klonopin I am taking I feel so anxious and jumpy and out of control. I have been having a hard time reading. I thought I needed a mood stabilizer because I am so off the wall.
Then another doctor wants me to take injections for my cholesterol. I can't take anymore side effects. I am rejecting it. I still don't know why my blood pressure went over 180.
It is now controlled with the double increase of medicine. I told the doctor's office that I won't take the injections.
I think this is the first time the laxative worked. The stools were formed that there very little.
I can't stop buying. I bought Danny so many toys. He is an aggressive chewer. Now I just decided to see if there are leashes that he can't destroy. One day when he was over he bit through his leash and Robert had to improvise with the chewed through leash. I just bought one. I hope Robert likes it.
Thank you so much
Bobby

It wasn't diarrhea.

I just made an appointment with another cardiologist that Zeynep recommended on aug 14 at four. The nurse from the other cardiologist tried to pressure me into having the injectable cholesterol medication Praluent. she said I was at a very high risk for heart attack or another stroke. I felt like giving up.
Then Zeynep said that her cardiologist is very nice and not drastic and get another opinion. I will bring my papers to him. My life has been so painful.
Now the antidepressant suddenly stopped working

Bobby

I think its more that the nurse was pressuring you that the
antideppressant didn't work. So take it that way and wait and
try to see if it works again tomorrow.

I think its more the stress of the things going on.

Donna :hug::grouphug:

I think you are right. I have red wine at home and I am going to start drinking two glasses a day.
A few studies have found that people who drink alcohol in moderation have lower rates of heart disease, and might even live longer than those who abstain. Alcohol has also been tied to a lower risk of blood clots and decreased levels of inflammation markers.

Many believe that the main benefit of alcohol comes from its ability to raise HDL cholesterol levels (the “good” type that helps sweep cholesterol deposits out of your arteries and protects against a heart attack).

In particular, red wine might offer the greatest benefit for lowering heart disease risk and death because it contains higher levels of natural plant chemicals -- such as resveratrol -- that have antioxidant properties and might protect artery walls.

Red wine was much more efficient than white in inhibiting cholesterol oxidation – 50 times more efficient to be more precise.

I just had two glasses and I am a bit high. i have the same chemistry as my father who was an alcoholic and said drinking made him happy.

that is great!
bizi

I just read that irritable bowel syndrome if that is what I have can cause indigestion which I usually wake with every morning. The gas is back now.
I am just so unhappy. I was going to meet Zeynep for lunch but am going to have to cancel because I don't feel well.
I am going to make some chamomille tea and drink some lemon juice with water. I haven't taken my antidepressant yet. I hope it works.
Robert is coming over tonite to pick up another stuffed toy and possibly the leash. He asked if he could pay for it and I said no that it was my pleasure and makes me feel good. I really do like giving.
I haven't gone yet. I had two kiwi last night
Bobby
Chamomile tea can help to keep your heart healthy by lowering blood pressure and levels of bad cholesterol, known as LDL cholesterol.

Matricaria Recutita is the botanical term given to this herb. Chamomile tea is a good herbal remedy for calming down a person during the manic phase of bipolar disorder. This herb is effective in healing the mind and it can lead to alleviation of both depression and mania in a person diagnosed with this mental health disorder.