Posted by AndrewB on August 19, 2001, at 13:35:16
In reply to Re: Serotonin vs. Dopamine Deficiency - Symptoms?, posted by ShaneS on August 17, 2001, at 11:51:05
Shane,
Glad to hear you are being helped by Mirapex. I believe I was the first one who wrote on psychobabble about Mirapex and its potential as an anti-depressant. This was about two years ago. It is good to see people are giving this med. a chance.
Your ideal dosage may be quite a bit higher than what you are taking now. One study found that 5mg. a day, taken in three divided doses gave the best mood improvement response.
Mirapex lowers prolactin, elevated prolactin can decrease libido.
If the raised dosage of Mirapex does not result in the return of your libido, consider getting your prolactin levels checked. If it is elevated you may wish to add on cabergoline, a very effective prolactin lowering drug that rarely causes side effects.
On a related topic, it is my supposition that mirapex, like amisulpride, generally has enhanced effect when combined with an arousal agent. The paticular arousal agent will depend on the individual but these include: adderall, adrafinil, dexedrine, selegiline (2.5 to 10mg./day), adrafinil, provigil (and, possibly, wellbutrin).
The combo. of mirapex and amisulpride may be more effective for you at bringing your emotions back than either med alone. When I tried the two together I didn't find additional benefit but you may well have a different experience.
Andy
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