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Posted by jono_in_adelaide on February 15, 2012, at 16:32:21
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » SLS, posted by Phillipa on February 15, 2012, at 11:46:16
Philipa, re the money for meds, have you considered trying one of the meds that you can get on those 4 dollar generic plans, there are several SSRI's that Walmart and KMart offer.
You should also be able to get generic diazepam pretty cheaply through them.
Posted by jono_in_adelaide on February 15, 2012, at 16:33:49
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds?, posted by Beckett on February 15, 2012, at 12:23:27
Becket, re pain control, try nortriptyline (1st) and amitriptyline (2nd) starting with 25mg at night, and working upto 75mg at night.
Posted by Christ_empowered on February 15, 2012, at 17:34:54
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » Christ_empowered, posted by SLS on February 15, 2012, at 10:39:38
hey man. I've settled on 30 for now. In the winter, I turn somewhat...manic, for lack of a better term. I would say "hypomania," but I get kind of intense intrusive thoughts/audible thoughts, and I don't think that's a hypomanic thing. I can still feel the crazy, but its clearly been tranquilized to the point that I feel it less.
Hopefully, I'll get a new doc soon. I miss my old one--she was so competent! But, its public mental health, and if I go there again they might assign me to someone new.
Posted by phidippus on February 15, 2012, at 19:46:09
In reply to Anyone Benefiting From Meds?, posted by Phillipa on February 15, 2012, at 10:15:47
Lithium has worked for me for 9 years now. Viibryd has been treating my OCD for a few months now. Latuda has also been helping things keep straight for a few months now to. Vyvanse is the sh*t and I've been taking it for over a year now.
Eric
Posted by 10derheart on February 15, 2012, at 20:20:21
In reply to Anyone Benefiting From Meds?, posted by Phillipa on February 15, 2012, at 10:15:47
>Is anyone benefiting from their meds?
Well, you know my story, but if others don't, yes, I found the right meds and I benefit from them. Strattera in particular has made it possible to manage the ADD symptoms that led to depression and more anxiety, and make them bearable. I can manage what's left (and with my ADD, it's plenty) with therapy, help from family and self-help strategies.
Years back, when I was depressed for quite a while, enough to where I was losing daily functioning and becoming a hermit, Prozac and later Strattera helped.
I probably shouldn't post my story because I know few can relate. I responded well to the first AD tried and the 1st and 2nd ADD meds tried, so I dont know what it's like to go through trials for years.
But I figure maybe it'll encourage one poster who is afraid of all drugs or who thinks they are "bad." They vastly improve my quality of life.
>>especially for bored depressionWhat is bored depression?
Posted by Beckett on February 15, 2012, at 20:21:52
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » Phillipa, posted by phidippus on February 15, 2012, at 19:46:09
Eric, may I ask what dosage of Latuda you are maintaining on?
Posted by Phillipa on February 15, 2012, at 20:44:26
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » Phillipa, posted by 10derheart on February 15, 2012, at 20:20:21
10der your story would love to hear as it's people such as you who have gotten better. As for bored depression. I kind of stole it from Scott. As for his post boredom is when he knows his depression is improving. So bascially I'm not depressed in the stay in bed way. Want to do things all the time as bored. Does this make sense? And truly a good recovery story would inspire me to keep trying. Phillipa
Posted by SLS on February 16, 2012, at 4:10:07
In reply to SLS..., posted by Christ_empowered on February 15, 2012, at 17:34:54
> hey man. I've settled on 30 for now. In the winter, I turn somewhat...manic, for lack of a better term. I would say "hypomania," but I get kind of intense intrusive thoughts/audible thoughts, and I don't think that's a hypomanic thing. I can still feel the crazy, but its clearly been tranquilized to the point that I feel it less.
>
> Hopefully, I'll get a new doc soon. I miss my old one--she was so competent! But, its public mental health, and if I go there again they might assign me to someone new.
Well, I'll always be on your side.I hope an extended time of stability on Abilify helps you to put the pieces of the puzzle of life together. When you have finished, you'll have to show me how to do it.
You might want to look further into this, but it is my impression that the rate of akathisia with other antipsychotics is actually higher than that of Abilify. It is just that with Abilify, the rate of the other EPS are reduced to near zero, so akathisia will be reported more often.
- Scott
Posted by Christ_empowered on February 16, 2012, at 12:09:18
In reply to Re: SLS... » Christ_empowered, posted by SLS on February 16, 2012, at 4:10:07
That's interesting. I could also see that a lot of the "agitation" that's reported might actually be "activation," kind of like what happens with some reuptake inhibitors. Plus, I read that switching to patients who had previously been stable on any sort of D2 blocker to Abilify sometimes causes problems because of the lack of sedation, activation, and the partial resolution of drug-induced frontal lobe syndrome.
Posted by SLS on February 16, 2012, at 12:28:01
In reply to Re: SLS..., posted by Christ_empowered on February 16, 2012, at 12:09:18
> and the partial resolution of drug-induced frontal lobe syndrome.
Hi.
Can you describe the features of this syndrome and what kinds of drugs can produce it?
Thanks.
- Scott
Posted by sleepygirl2 on February 16, 2012, at 21:14:48
In reply to Anyone Benefiting From Meds?, posted by Phillipa on February 15, 2012, at 10:15:47
Yes, but they have to be temporary
Lamictal 200
Low dose seroquel
Klonopin .5
Effexor xr 150
Trying to get off seroquel first, but the insomnia is a bit rough
I'm not sure what I'll drop after that.
Posted by SLS on February 17, 2012, at 7:01:18
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » Phillipa, posted by sleepygirl2 on February 16, 2012, at 21:14:48
> Yes, but they have to be temporary
> Lamictal 200
> Low dose seroquel
> Klonopin .5
> Effexor xr 150
> Trying to get off seroquel first, but the insomnia is a bit rough
> I'm not sure what I'll drop after that.
Are you in remission from your illness?If not, what are you experiencing in the present that you would not want to experience in the future?
- Scott
Posted by phidippus on February 17, 2012, at 11:28:18
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » phidippus, posted by Beckett on February 15, 2012, at 20:21:52
80 mg.
Eric
Posted by stewie on February 17, 2012, at 11:43:07
In reply to Anyone Benefiting From Meds?, posted by Phillipa on February 15, 2012, at 10:15:47
Phillipa, I am usually more of a lurker, and I know what you mean. I also have noticed your kindness for years :-).
Frankly, I believe that Abilify, 1 mg/day is helping depression, and I KNOW that I get anxiety relief from neurontin and klonopin.I have indeed been feeling better these past few weeks...I'm not convinced it is only drugs, but the fact that the drugs help me get that push to go to things like yoga.
The big test for me will be going on vacation. I am not great with having to be "on" all the time. But if I can do the vacation, then I will know that I am at least getting some respite -- however long or short-- from Abilify.
> Seems from my perspective that a lot of med trialing. Is anyone benefiting from their meds? especially for bored depression and anxiety? Just Curious as seems a lot of threads with med failures. Thanks Phillipa
Posted by Beckett on February 17, 2012, at 14:31:05
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds?, posted by stewie on February 17, 2012, at 11:43:07
I hope you have a really nice vacation. I had one last year, and my medication at the time helped me. I had some anticipatory anxiety about going and enjoyed myself despite that and any symptoms I had along the way. Bon voyage :-).
Posted by stewie on February 17, 2012, at 16:14:51
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » stewie, posted by Beckett on February 17, 2012, at 14:31:05
Beckett,
That was such a kind post. Thank you so much!
> I hope you have a really nice vacation. I had one last year, and my medication at the time helped me. I had some anticipatory anxiety about going and enjoyed myself despite that and any symptoms I had along the way. Bon voyage :-).
Posted by sleepygirl2 on February 17, 2012, at 17:55:31
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » sleepygirl2, posted by SLS on February 17, 2012, at 7:01:18
I'm not terribly depressed or anxious right now.
I want to try and get pregnant, so I'll need to be off them all.
Posted by Phillipa on February 17, 2012, at 18:11:22
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds?, posted by stewie on February 17, 2012, at 11:43:07
Thanks for the compliment. And I'm super glad the meds are helping you. Where is vacation okay if don't wish to divuldge. Have a great time!!!! Phillipa
Posted by SLS on February 17, 2012, at 19:25:39
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » SLS, posted by sleepygirl2 on February 17, 2012, at 17:55:31
> I'm not terribly depressed or anxious right now.
> I want to try and get pregnant, so I'll need to be off them all.
That's a great reason!Good luck!
- Scott
Posted by stewie on February 17, 2012, at 19:31:15
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » stewie, posted by Phillipa on February 17, 2012, at 18:11:22
Puerto Rico....the un-cheap vacation!
But I hope it will be good.Thanks,
Diane> Thanks for the compliment. And I'm super glad the meds are helping you. Where is vacation okay if don't wish to divuldge. Have a great time!!!! Phillipa
Posted by Beckett on February 17, 2012, at 19:40:49
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » SLS, posted by sleepygirl2 on February 17, 2012, at 17:55:31
:-)
Sounds good all around sg.
Posted by Phillipa on February 18, 2012, at 18:37:06
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » Phillipa, posted by stewie on February 17, 2012, at 19:31:15
Stewie I've been there what part? Phillipa
Posted by papillon2 on February 19, 2012, at 7:59:23
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » sleepygirl2, posted by Beckett on February 17, 2012, at 19:40:49
Hell yes. Without medication I am completely non-functioning. Though I wouldn't mind if the meds worked better and with less side effects. Don't we all...
Posted by stewie on February 19, 2012, at 18:18:53
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » stewie, posted by Phillipa on February 18, 2012, at 18:37:06
Phillipa, we are going to Condado and hoping to travel around as much as we (well, I) can.
I have a long list of things you just must do. Did you have a good time when you went? Where did you stay?> Stewie I've been there what part? Phillipa
Posted by Phillipa on February 19, 2012, at 18:47:49
In reply to Re: Anyone Benefiting From Meds? » Phillipa, posted by stewie on February 19, 2012, at 18:18:53
Stewie it was a layover one nighter twice on way to St Thomas so stayed in Old San Juan. I hear the other areas are much nicer I will google where you are going. Phillipa
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