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Antidepressants
An antidepressant is a drug used to treat depression and dysthymia. Antidepressants are controversially used to treat other conditions such as obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety disorder, chronic pain and eating disorder.
2,797 Questions
Can you die by taking to many Efferor XR 150mg?
Yes you could die from an overdose. This medication is very strong and could cause a stroke or heart attack with regular prescription guidelines being followed.
Why do doctors say there is no withdrawal from Lexapro stoppage?
Probably 'cause they don't want to get sued.
Can you stop Triliptal cold turkey when you are well with no problem?
When discontinuing any prescription medication, you should always get the prescribing doctor's input first. Trileptal (generic: oxcarbazepine) is an anti-epileptic prescribed for the treatment of partial seizures.
Generally, Trileptal is started at a lower dosage which is then slowly increased over a period of time until the maximum tolerated/efficacious dose is reached. Anytime a medication is stair-stepped up to a therapeutic dose, it should also be stair-stepped down, normally for the same reasons. This is especially true of medications that alter brain chemistry, as is the case with many anti-epileptics.
You may feel "well with no problem[s]" but that is likely because of treatment. Medications should never be discontinued or decreased without a physicians instructions on if, and how that can be done safely. Also, there is always a significant risk of relapse/complications when discontinuing a medication in an unsafe manner.
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-------------------- I have been on lexapro 20mg and wellbutrin 150mg for about 6 months for depression and anxiety. Mixing these two has helped me with both mood and lack of attention/energy in my case. My impression is that Lexapro works pretty well with mood and anxiety, and wellbutrin helps attention, energy, sex drive, and concentration. So there are other symptoms like fatigue and lack of motivation left, but we know that anti-depressants don't attack all depressive symptoms.
Can you take NyQuil while on Prozac?
Generally, no. Most versions of NyQuil contain dextromethorphan which, when mixed with an SSRI such as Prozac, may cause seratonin syndrome, which is rare but potentially fatal. Symptoms include irritability, confusion, vomiting, etc. Some versions of NyQuil do not include this ingredient and may be safe to take. Check all the ingredients listed and talk to your doctor or pharmacist first!
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Can you take Tamiflu and Lexapro?
Yes. According to the Tamiflu prescription information:
TAMIFLU has been shown to have a minimal chance of negatively interacting with other medications. Over-the-counter medications may be prescribed to reduce severity of symptoms while the antiviral action of TAMIFLU takes effect.
Antibiotics and Tamiflu should be OK taken together, however, depending on the reason for the antibiotic, you may want to get counseling from the Pharmacist or your doctor before using both.
How long do the withdrawal symptoms of Lexapro last?
I was on Prozac, then celexa, then Lexapro. My memory had become terrible. It was acutally kind of scary. I seriously thought I had the start of Alzheimers, but my doctor said it was the drug celexa, so she put me on Lexapro because of less side affects. My memory improved, but not 100% so I decided to go off of Lexapro. I took 10 mg a day, I cut it in half for about six weeks, then cut it in half again and planned on taking that for about six weeks. I ended up missing a dose two days in a row so decided to just go off of it. I have had some side effects. I feel something like a swooping feeling in my head. I also do get dizzy. For the dizziness and the swooping feeling, I have been taking Dramamine, an over the counter motion sickness pill, which helps. The only down fall with that is, they make you very tired. I would think, if you take one every day, your body would get use to it and the tiredness would go away. I only take them when I feel I will really need it...when the dizziness is bad.
Hope this helps someone.
To add to the answer above, which I can't improve, I just wanted to say "Thanks" for the suggestion to use Dramamine for the dizziness. I had toyed with the idea, but since it worked for you, I'm definitely going to give it a try while I still have some residual dizziness! BEST OF LUCK TO YOU!
What is difference between extended release and sustained release in the welbutrin?
sustained release dosage form follows first order kinetics.
How many natural antidepressants can you take before you get ill?
It depends. Your question is worded fairly vaguely but I interpret it as how many natural supplements (alternative to drug antidepressants) can you take together safely.
You should try a few good herbs that work for you and stick with those. If you're taking a pre-mixed supplement stick with one brand at a time until you find out what works for you. Taking too many different supplements can make you sick.
Which antidepressant that is also used to treat nocturnal enuresis in children?
Imipramine (a Tricyclic antidepressant)
Can Remeron cause you to have weird dreams?
Yes. Remeron (mirtazapine) is listed as having the side-effect of vivid dreams.
Side effects that you may exprience when you combine amitriptyline with lexapro?
Hi,
About a month and a half ago, my doctor started me on lexapro 5mg in the morning for 6 days then up to 10mg a day. A few days after starting on the 5mg dose in the morning I started taking 15mg Serapax (Alepam) 1-3 tablets a day for anxiety. (The reason I started was because of I was majorly stressed about work issues and had major anxiety). Just after getting up to the 10mg Lexapro, I saw a psychiatrist as I was still really anxious. He told me to keep taking the 10mg of Lexapro in the morning and also the take amitriptyline 25mg 1 hour before bed (to help me sleep), then take 15mg of Alepam at time of going to sleep or whenever I had panic attacks throughout the day.
The next morning I took 10mg of lexapro after starting the amitriptyline the night before. It was horrible! I felt so weird and spaced out. I thought I was loosing my mind. I was about to pack my bags to go to the nearest pysch ward! I called the psychiatrist and went and saw my doctor as I felt that strange, not right at all.
I have been going through hell the last two weeks on this cocktail of drugs. I really think the combination of the lexapro and amitriptyline does not work.
Please let me know how you are going as I feel so alone and scared right now.
Amber
First, in clinical studies, Lexapro is weight gain neutral, meaning that just as many people gain weight as lose weight. With that said, it is impossible to say whether the drug itself actually causes people to gain weight, and if it does it is unknown as to why which further complicates the matter.
Second, you indicated that the the person had depression. Adderall is not recommended for people with depression, however, new studies have shown Adderall to actually be effective. Now the second part of the question that states that you have obsessive thinking. If this is the case, then I would definitely be very wary of taking Adderall, since Adderall is likely to increase this behavior.
Third, both Adderall and Lexapro act on the same neurotransmitters. With that said, they are still very different drugs, but do run into the potential of counteraction each other. For instance, Adderall works primarily on dopamine, but has also been shown to increase serotonin as well. Lexapro works mainly on Serotonin. Now most SSRI's also will to a lesser extent increase dopamine and norepinephrine. If you are to mix Adderall with an antidepressant, Lexapro would be the best one to do so with, since studies show that Lexapro is cleaner and acts on serotonin and does not seem to increase the other neurotransmitters.
Fourth, it is unlikely you will achieve the results you want. The truth is, Adderall works to decrease the weight mainly by suppressing your appetite. It also increases your metabolism, but this increase is negligible and is not likely to make any significant difference in weight. Also, you will notice a decrease in appetite at first and the Adderrall will work initially; however, over long periods of time, Adderral is not very effective in managing weight as your body becomes used to the drug.
The best way to decrease your weight is through exercise. You should be doing exercises that elevate your heart rate to over 130 bpm, at least 4 times a week for 30 minutes - 60 minutes. While any exercise will burn calories and help, exercising of this intensity is the only real way to release endorphins which naturally increases both your serotonin and dopamine levels which will help reduce your need for the antidepressant and make your existing dosage more effective. Also, this level of exercise will elevate your glucose levels, thus naturally suppressing your appetite. And finally, even if the Lexapro has decreased your metabolism, this should offset any decrease and set you on the path to weight loss.
Of course, not everyone can manage such a routine; however, it is the one likely to give you consistent results. In any event, you should speak with your doctor to weigh the pros and cons, as Adderall is a stimulant and a Schedule II controlled substance. Adderall has done many wonderful things for many people, especially in the area of ADHD; however, it also has the potential to do many negative things as well and has a higher potential of addiction than most other drugs.
Will st johns wort ease Cymbalta withdrawal symptoms?
No. One of the things bad about things like wort is it isn't a pure substance and may interacts with other things. A great deal of it comes from China.
What are illegal uses of Prozac?
taking it without a prescription, or taking it differently than prescribed.
Which antidepressants have the least effect on libido?
The three antidepressants with minimal effect on libido are 1) Wellbutrin (bupropion), 2) Remeron (mirtazipine), and 3) nefazodone.
Check with your prescribing physician in order to determine which antidepressant is right for you. Although they are all equally effective, their side effect profiles differ greatly. Choosing an antidepressant with a side effect profile that may be favorable in your particular situation would be the ideal way to go.
Lamictal (lamotrigine) is not an SSRI.
It is an anti-convulsant.
If you started crying everyday and feel sad a lot should you take antidepressants?
It depends on how long this has been happening. If this has been going on for weeks or more, definitely see a doctor about it. Talk to family, friends or a pastor about your sadness if you want some free help. Still, the most important thing to do is to seek professional help from a doctor or therapist!
Severe depression may be characterized by apathy (lack of feeling), but crying everyday and feeling sad could also be a sign, especially if it continues for weeks.
Other indications of depression include sleep disturbances, irritability, mood swings, lack of motivation, etc.
People with major depression often are so depressed they cannot help themselves. Gentle intervention by the people who care about them to arrange for the depressed person to see a good psychiatrist is the right thing to do. To say,"they are an adult and I cannot tell them what to do" is frankly not being a good friend. A depressed person is often not thinking straight and will benefit from your gentle input.
Does Elavil cause weight gain?
Yes, Elavil causes weight gain (or occasionally weight loss) in many people, but the amount is dose-dependent and varies from one person to the next. Some gain only a little and are able to lose the weight with proper nutrition and exercise. Others experience metabolic changes, carb cravings and other issues that may lead to a greater increase, particularly over time.
Elavil, is an older tricyclic antidepressant (generic: amitriptyline), that is economically priced and can be very effective in managing sleep problems, preventing migraines, and reducing nerve pain. Talk to your doctor about your options, but don't rule out Elavil if recommended. Monitor your weight, communicate with your doctor, and recognize you can try other medications if you find the side-effects unacceptable.
They say not at all, but really it's as much as any other antidepressants, which is, if you think it's working, you're going to be afraid to stop taking it. Plus there is mild withdrawal associated with antidepressants that will make you feel worse, reinforcing that fear and making you want to take it again.
