Posted by SLS on September 2, 2018, at 9:36:30
In reply to Nicotinic ACh receptors drugs and dep/rage, posted by cadburyhesychasm on September 1, 2018, at 3:11:00
I read that you tried anticonvulsants. Did you try Tegretol (carbamazepine)? Tegretol is often chosen for anger and aggression issues, but can produces sedation. I have seen it work. With Tegretol, frequent blood tests are required to screen for agranulocytosis. A related drug, Trileptal (oxcarbazepine), might also work, although it has not been studied as closely as Tegretol has. Trilelptal is generally not sedating, and does not require regular blood-tests. You might want to have your electrolytes checked every now and then. Although infrequent, hyponatremia (low sodium) is a possibility. It can be treated by increasing salt intake and remaining well hydrated.
I guess it makes sense to try Trileptal first and then switch to Tegretol if necessary.
Valerian root is an herb that might help.
- Scott
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