Taking SYMBYAX as Prescribed

SYMBYAX can help you feel better, but it is not a cure for bipolar depression. If you stop taking it, your symptoms may come back. It's important to keep taking SYMBYAX for as long as your doctor prescribes.

SYMBYAX should not be stopped suddenly. Stopping SYMBYAX suddenly may result in symptoms like dizziness, nausea or headache. Talk with your doctor before stopping SYMBYAX as he or she may wish to decrease the dose slowly to help you avoid these kinds of symptoms.

Your doctor may also recommend psychotherapy, or "talk therapy," with a trained counselor. A counselor can help you learn to better manage your illness and learn more about yourself.

You might want to consider keeping a daily diary of your thoughts and feelings. It can help you see how much better you're getting by helping you track patterns of mood and behavior.

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