Posted by Chloe on June 28, 2002, at 20:39:44
In reply to Other Meds for Neuropathic Pain » Chloe, posted by fachad on June 28, 2002, at 0:59:37
> Chole,
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> Very low doses are the best way to combat TCA side effects.Yes, but it's so hard to get the FULL benefit on these low doses. Life is a compromise
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> If TCAs don't work out, Serzone or even trazodone could be candidates. Have you ever tried etiher of them?I have tried both. And they both make me very unstable and volatile. Trazadone was the worst, at 25 mgs, I had insomnia and felt irritable and short fused. The higher the dose the worse it got. Serzone wasn't quite as bad, but I was moody and unpredictable. Good suggestions though. I guess any med with AD properties can be destabilizing to me...But so far, I think Doxepin has been the best mood wise. I like the fact that it has some antianxiety properties too.
BTW, just going down to 25 mgs of Dox from 30 mgs gave me heartburn and increased anxiety. I am so sensitive to meds. You can't sneak much by without my brain and body noticing it... LOL!
> You may find some ideas if you lurk in alt.support.chronic-pain There's always a whole lot going on there.Thank you fachad, I'll check it out. You are such a help.
Chloe
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