Posted by sonic_gb on December 9, 2007, at 18:05:32
In reply to Miraculous Anti-anhedonic Cocktail:, posted by Mishal on December 9, 2007, at 2:03:32
Mishal,
Very interesting cocktail and I'm glad it works so well for you. Excuse my ignorance on dopaminergics, but how would the effects of piribedel differ from an AD like bupropion which is also supposed to have dopaminergic effects?
Also, I totally agree with you on the benzos. I've made some big mistakes with these that are proving challenging to fix. But I found the same issues with gabapentin, although at a much larger dose. I found it and pregabalin to be dulling, and capable of causing dependance equal to that of the benzos.
Anyways, interesting post, please keep us updated on your progress.
Sonic
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> A mix of Provigil and Trivastal does wonders for me.
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> (For people in U.S getting Trivastal can be a problem. Mirapex would be an option, since both acts on same receptors.
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> But Mirapex is not a perfect substitute for Trivastal, since piribedil has actions on noradrenergic receptors too. So, adding a tiny dose of Strattera should be considered. A small dose of 10mg should do the trick.
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> It is not the end. For OCD sufferers, a dopaminergic is not a viable option, since it can aggravate compulsions in both short and long run.
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> So, consider taking an SSRI. If you are on any, keep on it. If you are not, and have compulsive tendencies add a small dose of either Prozac or Zoloft. 10mg of Prozac or 25mg of Zoloft would be enough.
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> For sleeping, a small dose of Neurontin.
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> My cocktail:
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> 1. Provigil 300mg.
> 2. Prozac 20mg
> 3. Trivastal Retard 100mg.
> 4. Neurontin 600mg.
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> All in the morning except Neurontin. The dose is divided as 300mg bid.
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> And this has been superb for me so far. I had lost all hopes for overcoming my most stubborn anhedonia. Now, I am adamant; anhedonia is treatable. Be patient enough to get adjusted to your drug. Meanwhile don't ever touch a benzo. They will spoil the fun altogether.
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> Cheers.
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