Posted by ed_uk on June 7, 2005, at 8:52:01
In reply to General update, posted by Larry Hoover on June 7, 2005, at 8:12:24
Lar,
Which antidepressants have you reacted badly to in the past? I'm a bit concerned that you might react badly to nortriptyline. Which noradrenergic drugs have you taken in the past?
I know you're worried about anticholinergic side effects but......... have you considered replacing trimipramine with amitriptyline?? I don't think trimipramine has any analgesic properties. Amitriptyline is practically the 'gold standard' for neuropathic pain, it can be effective at very low doses compared with those needed for depression. Although nortriptyline is less anticholinergic than amitriptyline, amitriptyline might be a better replacement for trimipramine because it could help your insomnia.
Kind regards,
Ed.
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