Posted by Chris O on January 31, 2005, at 15:55:37
In reply to Sam-e Wigged me out, posted by Spriggy on January 29, 2005, at 21:27:20
Spriggy:
I've been reading some of your posts here, and it sounds like you're going through a really hard time.
I don't know how much Lexapro or SAM-e you took, but I've taken pretty high doses of both SAM-e (up to 2000mg/day) and Lexapro (up to 40mg/day), without experiencing many side effects. But that does not mean they don't affect your brain chemistry differently. Everyone is different with these meds and supplements. However, in light of the fact that you going through a horrible situation with your dad (I read your other posts), it sounds more like that is the cause of your distress, more so than the SAM-e or the Lexapro. It sounds like you would do better with the SSRIs/supplements that are "sedating" and not "activating." SAM-e is a more "activating" supplement like Wellbutrin, and can increase anxiety and mania, for those that are prone to those kinds of reactions. It sucks that your psychiatrist can't help you more in this area--perhaps if you share with him/her your reactions, he/she can get you on a better med to help you get through this tough time. I will be praying for you.Chris
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