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Posted by Phillipa on October 25, 2007, at 13:14:40
I know there a lot of success stories on babble. So anyone want to share what meds helped them to resume feeling better or getting much better? I know quite a few. Phillipa
Posted by twinch42085 on October 25, 2007, at 17:37:23
In reply to Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by Phillipa on October 25, 2007, at 13:14:40
Lamictal seemed to work the best for me, but I had to discontinue it because insurance would not pay for it anymore. Depakote seems to be working well for me along with the 50mg of seroquel. The both of them make a good combination.
What meds have helped you phillipa?
twinch : )
Posted by Zyprexa on October 25, 2007, at 19:02:27
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med? » Phillipa, posted by twinch42085 on October 25, 2007, at 17:37:23
As you can tell by my new name. Zyprexa is my one miracle drug. Taking it now for almost 10 years.
Posted by King of Nothing on October 25, 2007, at 19:10:53
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by Zyprexa on October 25, 2007, at 19:02:27
Most definitely Lyrica has been my favorite. Remeron has worked the best for depression, Lyrica for anxiety.
Posted by Phillipa on October 25, 2007, at 20:06:00
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by King of Nothing on October 25, 2007, at 19:10:53
So far benzos but pooping out must try the lyrica . I really do. Fear of meds my biggest problem. Phillipa
Posted by Brody on October 26, 2007, at 0:41:21
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by Phillipa on October 25, 2007, at 20:06:00
For the past 5 months, my Atypical TRD is much improved on EMSAM 9mg + Provigil on as needed basis.
Several yeas ago, I had a couple of good years from 450 mg Wellbutrin.
And, lastly, about 10 years ago, for a 2-3 year period I had a very good remission using the TCA desipramine.
Of everything I have tried, these have been my 3 successes.
Good question, Phillipa. Should be lots of interesting responses here.
Janet
Posted by B2chica on October 26, 2007, at 11:09:34
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by Zyprexa on October 25, 2007, at 19:02:27
gotta agree with Zyprexa...the drug zyprexa was a wonder for me. it helped all the dysphoric energy, illusions, paranoia and i swear it even helped with some depression.
b2c
Posted by yxibow on October 26, 2007, at 13:29:54
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by Phillipa on October 25, 2007, at 20:06:00
> So far benzos but pooping out must try the lyrica . I really do. Fear of meds my biggest problem. Phillipa
Fear of meds is a big problem, and a problem of mine, regardless of what they have done to to me in the past.
There's no one medication that may suffice at one point in time and not another especially if one is suffering from a biochemical/genetic disorder rather than if one is seeking say an antidepressant for a shorter term reaction to a traumatic period in life.
Even benzodiazepines are not innocuous but keeping them at a low dose can minimize memory issues.
Its not just medication but access to therapy is important too, which I realize that not everyone has.
The fear can create more psychological issues surrounding medication and render them less effective through unconscious paths. After all its demonstrated that 30% of people will respond to placebos so why not the opposite as well.
Appropriate choices are grounded, though, I must admit. Its a risk-benefit issue and how one wants their quality of functionality and living to take its course.
Posted by King of Nothing on October 26, 2007, at 13:42:22
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med? » Phillipa, posted by yxibow on October 26, 2007, at 13:29:54
> > So far benzos but pooping out must try the lyrica . I really do. Fear of meds my biggest problem. Phillipa
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> Fear of meds is a big problem, and a problem of mine, regardless of what they have done to to me in the past.
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> There's no one medication that may suffice at one point in time and not another especially if one is suffering from a biochemical/genetic disorder rather than if one is seeking say an antidepressant for a shorter term reaction to a traumatic period in life.
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> Even benzodiazepines are not innocuous but keeping them at a low dose can minimize memory issues.
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> Its not just medication but access to therapy is important too, which I realize that not everyone has.
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> The fear can create more psychological issues surrounding medication and render them less effective through unconscious paths. After all its demonstrated that 30% of people will respond to placebos so why not the opposite as well.
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> Appropriate choices are grounded, though, I must admit. Its a risk-benefit issue and how one wants their quality of functionality and living to take its course.I'm just the opposite. I'll try anything if i think there's a chance it will improve my condition. I'd love to try amphetamines, but my Pdoc won't prescribe them.
Posted by ClearSkies on October 26, 2007, at 14:13:47
In reply to Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by Phillipa on October 25, 2007, at 13:14:40
Hands down, Remeron for my depression. Got me up off the living room floor and stopped my suicidal ideation.
Xanax for anxiety.Ambien for insomnia (medication induced, while I was on Effexor and then Cymbalta).
And definitely, finding the right therapist. I'd say that it's been more like putting a puzzle together than finding a key to fit a lock.
Good topic, Phillipa.
ClearSkies
Posted by Brody on October 26, 2007, at 14:47:07
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by ClearSkies on October 26, 2007, at 14:13:47
Posted by Phillipa on October 26, 2007, at 19:03:55
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med? » Phillipa, posted by yxibow on October 26, 2007, at 13:29:54
Jay great to see or hear from you hope you are back. Love Phillipa
Posted by Phillipa on October 26, 2007, at 19:07:00
In reply to Re: Who is Better Now That They Found there Med?, posted by ClearSkies on October 26, 2007, at 14:13:47
Oh I do so hope others respond and help the mood of everyone. Uplifting to hear success stories. Phillipa
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