Posted by daizy on February 24, 2003, at 10:58:51
In reply to Re: a safer tricyclicQUESTION? » daizy, posted by zeugma on February 24, 2003, at 7:59:01
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> > I have been on a TCA for six weeks and I havnt been to my doc since starting them, If these meds affect blood pressure, should I go and see my doc? At what dosage do these meds become dangerous? What is the blood test needed for? If anybody knows???
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> The blood test is used to determine levels of the TCA in the blood. Usually the purpose is to see if 'therapeutic levels' have been reached. Do you have side effects like orthostatic hypotension (dizziness when you stand up)? If the drug is lowering your blood pressure it will likely cause frequent dizziness and faintness.
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As yet I havnt had any side effects. I do feel a little better depression wise, but the anxiety is still there. Untill today I had not had a panic attack, although it wasnt a bad one. I have not had any dizziness or faintness. I see the doc in a few weeks, maybe I'll have to have a blood test then, although I may get changed to a different med, one for anxiety(I hope!)
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