Posted by JohnL on February 17, 2001, at 10:21:51
In reply to amisulpride vs. risperidone, posted by ben on February 16, 2001, at 9:53:30
Hi Ben,
The type of depression I have is exactly like what you described. I have done very well with a cocktail that involves antidepressants and antipsychotics, with a stimulant for good measure.Currently I take 300mg Adrafinil (mild stimulant, lowest dose), 25mg Amisulpride (antipsychotic, one half the lowest dose), 20mg Prozac, and 5mg Zyprexa (antipsychotic). Previously the cocktail included Remeron for sleep instead of Zyprexa. Zyprexa doesn't put me to sleep as fast as Remeron did, but I sleep better, and the overall effect on my depression is better than Remeron was.
My favorite neuroleptics are obviously Amisulpride and Zyprexa. I take both, although in very low doses. I don't believe any one drug in my cocktail is the superstar. They all act in a teamwork fashion. Very effective against the kind of depression you described. I have discovered that if I remove just one of the drugs, I don't do as well. They are all contributing to my wellness.
John
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