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Bipolar I Disorder

Bipolar I disorder is a long-term mental health condition that can cause major shifts in mood, energy and activity. These changes may affect sleep, thinking, behaviour and everyday life.

Seroquel

Quetiapine

25mg · 50mg · 100mg · 200mg · 300mg

Quetiapine tablets for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It rebalances dopamine and serotonin to stabilise mood and reduce psychosis.

From$0.47/ tabletView

Abilify

Aripiprazole

5mg · 10mg · 15mg · 20mg

Aripiprazole tablets for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It balances brain chemicals without the heavy sedation older antipsychotics cause.

From$0.90/ tabletView

Zyprexa

Olanzapine

2.5mg · 5mg · 7.5mg · 10mg · 15mg · 20mg

Olanzapine tablets for schizophrenia and bipolar I disorder. It balances the brain's dopamine and serotonin signalling.

From$0.65/ tabletView

Risperdal

Risperidone

1mg · 2mg · 3mg · 4mg

Risperidone tablets for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. They rebalance dopamine and serotonin activity in the brain.

From$0.66/ tabletView

Lamictal Dispersible

Lamotrigine

50mg · 100mg

Lamotrigine dispersible tablets for bipolar I disorder and epilepsy. They dissolve in water, making them easier to swallow.

From$2.58/ tabletView

Geodon

Ziprasidone

20mg · 40mg

Ziprasidone tablets for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. It balances dopamine and serotonin to stabilise mood and thinking.

From$1.09/ tabletView

Lamictal

Lamotrigine

25mg · 50mg · 100mg · 200mg

Lamotrigine tablets for bipolar I disorder and epilepsy. It dampens electrical signals in the brain that lead to mood swings and seizures.

From$1.07/ tabletView

Key points

  • Manic episodes are periods of unusually elevated or irritable mood with increased energy and activity.
  • Depressive episodes can involve low mood, reduced energy, low motivation and loss of interest in usual activities.
  • Symptoms vary between people and episodes, and may affect relationships, work or study.

Medicines listed for Bipolar I Disorder

The listed products for bipolar I disorder contain Lamotrigine, Quetiapine, aripiprazole, olanzapine, risperidone and ziprasidone. Lamotrigine is an anticonvulsant, while the other ingredients are antipsychotic medicines. These medicine classes have roles in managing bipolar disorder, including manic episodes and mood changes.

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