Posted by SLS on March 21, 2018, at 10:48:26
In reply to Re: Remeron Brain Zaps?! » Prefect, posted by linkadge on March 20, 2018, at 16:44:04
> Hi Prefect,
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> You may actually try a lower dose...
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> My theory on brain zaps (which can happen during SSRI withdrawal) is because of an enhancement of norepinephrine signaling.
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> By blocking serotonin receptors and alpha-2 receptors, you can get an enhancement of norepinephrine. If the SSRI has supressed norepinephrine for a while, then mirtazapine can reverse this (causing brain zaps).
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> I would encourage you to try a lower dose (as low as 1mg).
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> You might also try taking it earlier in the evening (say 6-7pm). Some studies show that sedating antidperessants work better for sleep if taken earlier.
Hi Linkadge.Your theory looks very good to me.
How might oxcarbazepine (Trileptal) affect SSRI withdrawal? I theorized a long time ago that this drug might help mitigate the withdrawal syndromes of SSRI, SNRI, benzodiazepine, and possibly alcohol.
- Scott
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