Mood Stabilizers

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Mood stabilizers are medications designed to help regulate and stabilize mood fluctuations, particularly in individuals with mood disorders such as bipolar disorder or major depression

Note: Common mood stabilizers include lithium, anticonvulsants (like valproate and lamotrigine), and certain atypical antipsychotics.

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