ranger11bv Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I have been taking diphenhydramine for mood swigs ect. I have taken as many as 21 meds in the past. So I was wondering if I should go back on the others?? Im some what at a lost... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Bergie* Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I have been taking diphenhydramine for mood swigs ect. I have taken as many as 21 meds in the past. So I was wondering if I should go back on the others?? Im some what at a lost... I think you should consult your doctors about your medication concerns. JMO, Bergie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nsallies Posted May 20, 2010 Share Posted May 20, 2010 I think you should consult your doctors about your medication concerns. JMO, Bergie Diphenhydramine HCL is an antihistamine used for allergy symptoms and the side effect of it is drowsyness and drymouth. I have never read anywhere (physicians desk reference,drug facts and comparisons) where it has ever been used to alter someones mood unless it stems from some sort of sleep disorder (insomnia). I would keep this in mind when you talk to your dr next. Maybe a consult with psych. would help you get on a better med for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranger11bv Posted May 21, 2010 Author Share Posted May 21, 2010 Diphenhydramine HCL is an antihistamine used for allergy symptoms and the side effect of it is drowsyness and drymouth. I have never read anywhere (physicians desk reference,drug facts and comparisons) where it has ever been used to alter someones mood unless it stems from some sort of sleep disorder (insomnia). I would keep this in mind when you talk to your dr next. Maybe a consult with psych. would help you get on a better med for this. Talked to a doc yesterday. Gave me Diphenhydramine HCL for my insomnia and lamotrigine to stablize my mood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blanco63 Posted May 24, 2010 Share Posted May 24, 2010 I take Lamictal for mood swings and it works pretty good. My friend takes Neurontin and he says it helps him. I have never heard of this Diph for mood swings. I would suggest a talk with your doc about a switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HadIt.com Elder Pete53 Posted May 24, 2010 HadIt.com Elder Share Posted May 24, 2010 Neurontin also know as gabapentin in my opinion is a miracle med. Not only does it treat my neuropathy, it helps me with depression and panic attacks. I know that some have problems with it but I consider it my most important med. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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