Posted by mtdewcmu on December 30, 2009, at 22:31:09
In reply to Re: Trying a different tack » mtdewcmu, posted by SLS on December 30, 2009, at 8:57:18
> > I am suspicious that Prozac is doing more harm than good, so I am going to try simplifying my regimen to Wellbutrin (300mg, XL) and Remeron (45mg). Wish me luck.
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> Good luck!!!
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> :-)
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> If you decide to return to an SRI, I would recommend using either Effexor or Lexapro to go along with the other drugs you are taking. You could perhaps add Geodon if your response to these treatments is incomplete.
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> - ScottUnfortunately, I am paying out of pocket for my meds, and Lexapro and Effexor are both very expensive. The instant release form of Effexor is not, but I don't want to take it 2-3 times a day.
Geodon is also expensive. Do you think there is a point in trying Geodon if Abilify has not helped? I also had unpleasant side effects from Abilify, like heart palpitations (which I attribute to the adrenergic blocking effect), and orthostatic hypotension. Is Geodon any better in this respect?
I am thinking of moving on from the SSRIs (and Effexor is very similar to an SSRI) and trying nortriptyline if necessary. I liked the way amitriptyline felt. The only problem with amitriptyline was the tachycardia, but nortriptyline is supposed to be better.
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