Posted by Roslynn on July 18, 2008, at 17:40:15
In reply to UGottaHaveHope, posted by brooke484 on July 18, 2008, at 13:00:36
> Thank you for trying to help. I did call my doctor and he will not let me try Florinef and wants me to quit EMSAM and try some new Alzheimer's drug that was just approved for depression. I don't know the name.
>
> I do not want to quit just yet because it's only been 7 weeks. I wanted to give it 8 weeks, at least. My husband is going to buy me some Gatorade and see if that helps. I also made an appt with my family doctor on Aug 4th (kind of a long wait) to discuss my blood pressure.
>
> Nardil, Marplan and EMSAM gave me the same side effect and I ended up quitting. That's why I can't understand why my doctor is so against letting me try Florinef. How else do you raise your blood pressure? I tried salt pills and that didn't work. I drink water all day but I do not eat a lot of salt. I don't like salt. Hopefully Gatorade will get rid of these spots in front of my eyes.
>
> Thanks again for caring.
>
> brooke
Hi Brooke,I am sorry you are feeling so badly.
Being lightheaded or dizzy for an extended period of time is horrible--it happened to me many years ago. I basically could not stand up --had to stay in bed about a week. Had to wash my hair in the sink because standing too long in the shower made me feel worse. It turns out I was dehydrated...but I know your situation is more complicated with the meds and all.Any way you can get in to see your doc sooner? To discuss your blood pressure?
Also remember you can go to the ER if you feel it is necessary. Going there with a complaint of lightheadedness is tough but I bet if you tell them you are seeing spots they'll take you seriously. And don't let them dismiss your concerns just because you're on psych meds (I've had that happen to me too)
By the way, not to get too personal but are you taking any other meds that might be interacting with the EMSAM? I had to switch all my asthma meds. but I notice I do get headaches when I use my rescue inhaler (that was the one there is no substitute for so I am just supposed to use it sparingly). Could you be experiencing any interactions?
Along with others on this board, I am concerned about you and hope things get better soon.
Roslynn
poster:Roslynn
thread:838837
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20080718/msgs/840555.html