Posted by AdamCanada2 on August 20, 2009, at 10:14:33
In reply to Re: An Update... 3rd paragraph., posted by Brainbeard on August 20, 2009, at 4:42:16
i did not ignore anything. i am glad for your reply and others. i have made a note about trying 2.5 mg. and i also have been considering dropping ritalin to see how it goes and your suggestion further makes me want to attempt the withdrawl. thanks. take care
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> > is lower dose.. 2.5mg a good option?
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> You may be frustrated about being ignored, but you also seem to ignore my contribution and simply ask the question I tried to answer for you all over again. 'Do unto others as you have others do unto you.' ;)
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> Ritalin is a rather harsh drug in my opinion that can give you rebound depression, anxiety and restlessness - if you're looking for stability, I'd consider ditching it and preferably taking something less crude like a decent NRI (nortriptyline perhaps, or reboxetine).
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> Low dose SSRI is surely an option (may attenuate any Ritalin rebound too). I think low dose Lexapro may be a better option than Paxil (cleaner and stronger, even 2.5mg may be enough).
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> Just some thoughts. Ah, you're gonna ignore me anyway.. ;)
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