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Posted by Emme on April 1, 2002, at 2:35:46
Hi Dr. Kramer,
I am taking Lamictal (easing up from 75 to probably 100 mg), klonopin (varying 0.25 - 1 mg), neurontin (900 mg), and atenolol (25 mg). I've also been using 12.5 mg Seroquel at night. My doctor added this to help me sleep, provide additional anxiety control and potentially boost my antidepressant response to the Lamictal. I find it really helpful and haven't noticed any side effects from it (a miracle for me).
I was wondering what your opinion is on the use of seroquel for help with sleep and anxiety. Many folks on this board express concern over the risks of movement disorders from atypical antipsychotics. At very low doses is this risk extremely low? Would uncontrolled movements of the tongue and mouth be the first sign of trouble? (No, I don't have such symptoms.)
Thanks,
Emme
Posted by ChrisK on April 1, 2002, at 5:03:26
In reply to Kramer - use of Seroquel, posted by Emme on April 1, 2002, at 2:35:46
What is your opinion of the use of Atypical Anti-psychotics for depression or BPII? There has been a lot of discussion here lately about these meds and their place in fighting off symptoms of our individual diseases.
I have taken 7.5 mg of Zyprexa every day for over 3 years and have not had anything but benefits from it. I also take 100mg of Nortriptyline and 4-6 mg/day of Mirapex. After years of trial and error this combination works for me. I'm no longer suicidal, I can make it through the day without crying and I can actually work part time again. I hate to see people disparage meds like Zyprexa when I know how much they have helped me regain a life. I wondered where you stood on their use.
Thanks for your time,
Chris K
Posted by Dr. Kramer on April 1, 2002, at 8:56:46
In reply to Kramer - use of Seroquel, posted by Emme on April 1, 2002, at 2:35:46
That is a very low dose of Seoquel, and yes, the risk of movement disorder is considered to be somewhat dose dependant abd very low in general with Seroquel. I've seen a lot of success with Seroquel used this way.
Posted by Dr. Kramer on April 1, 2002, at 8:58:43
In reply to Re: Kramer - use of Seroquel -a followup, posted by ChrisK on April 1, 2002, at 5:03:26
> What is your opinion of the use of Atypical Anti-psychotics for depression or BPII? There has been a lot of discussion here lately about these meds and their place in fighting off symptoms of our individual diseases.
>
> I have taken 7.5 mg of Zyprexa every day for over 3 years and have not had anything but benefits from it. I also take 100mg of Nortriptyline and 4-6 mg/day of Mirapex. After years of trial and error this combination works for me. I'm no longer suicidal, I can make it through the day without crying and I can actually work part time again. I hate to see people disparage meds like Zyprexa when I know how much they have helped me regain a life. I wondered where you stood on their use.
>
> Thanks for your time,
> Chris KHey, they work, and there's even good clinical research data (for a change!) that demostrates their effectiveness.
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