Bipolar Disorde
"I was diagnosed Bipolar back in 1993 after the birth of my last child.  Being the youngest in my family, I was not told of the condition being hereditary.   I was prescribed 750 mgs to begin with and and now at 500 mgs a day.  I cannot attribute any weight gain to Depakote, as at current I am in postmenopause and weight gain is likely.  I&#039;ve had no issues with my liver, however; I do bruise easily.  At the time I began Depakote, I was running on overdrive and zapping out, not sleeping, not eating, feeling guilty, anxious, panic attacks, etc.  Since then I have returned to a relatively normal life.  I have currently been put on Effexor to help with my postmenopausal symptoms.  I&#039;ll update you on my progress."