Posted by missinglynxx on February 16, 2003, at 2:45:19
In reply to Re: TCAs and success?! » missinglynxx, posted by Ilene on February 15, 2003, at 22:00:47
> > What is your dose of Desiprimine,,, do you get constipation and dry mouth?
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> Desipramine was the first AD I was on, about 15 or 16 years ago. I got constipation and dry mouth. At first I tried bran and other less drastic means, but I ended up taking several colace (or a generic) per day. (Colace is a stool softener.)
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> The dry mouth ended up being more of a problem, because I didn't know it could cause dental problems, which it did.
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> I also got postural hypotension. None of the side effects wore off, even though the antidepressant effect did.
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> --I.Thanks for the great tip, Ilene!
Ill try that out, the bran to start out with, The constipation isnt BAD< very mild, but the dry mouth is a BUGGER. I hope youve found the right treatment.. Have you moved on to a new drug and what is it? How are you feeling this past month? GOOD Luck and thanks
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