"i have taken this medicine for about six months now.  it has been such a life changer for me! i was on depakote as a mood stabilizer for my not terribly severe bipolar disorder. depakote caused weight gain. since i have been on trileptal, i have lost 30lbs and feel great.  i am just about to start my student teaching in college and i am more confident than ever that i will succeed with flying colors."