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Does Lyrica have an anti-depressant effect?
I have both type-2 bipolar disorder and fibromyalgia. My bipolar control has been iffy the last year and a half. My MPH is reluctant to play with SSNRIs anymore since I'm on 100 mg of Pristiq -- too worried about serotonin syndrome. Late last year, my PCP decided fibromyalgia was playing an... read more
Did anyone have an increase in energy soon after starting Effexor? Will this energy stay or fade aw?
Hi I've been taking Effexor rx for two weeks now. 75Mg the first week and then 150mg the second. Almost immediately I noticed a increase in energy. The last year or so I have felt completely exhausted on a daily basis, no matter how much sleep I got. I've tried a lot of antidepressants... read more
Can anyone explain weight gain from Rexulti?
I am a moderately active (cardio and strength 5 days a week) 49/yo woman. I've experienced a significant amount of weight gain (7-8#) within a month of starting Rexulti - despite watching my diet (1800 cals), avoiding alcohol (or having only 3 drinks per week). I have always had no problems... read more
How many years can you stay on Effexor. I have been on it for nine years and I'm worried to get off?
I have heard of all the bad side effects you feel when you try to get off even if you do it gradually under a doctors care. I am on three hundred milligrams per day and I feel like a zombie. I have no energy and I have ringing in my ears
Anti-Depressants that doesn't cause weight gain or drowsiness?
Hello i was wondering if you guys had any recommendations i was on Celexa for 6 months and gained so much weight that my doctor switched it too Effexor XR in December 2016 it worked for a couple months but i started having too many side effects when my she upped my dose from 75mg to 150mg (blurred... read more
Abilify, Wellbutrin XL, and Lamictal?
Hello everyone. This is my first post here. I'm looking for some insight as far as what is normal when starting a new med. To avoid a terribly long story, I will say that I believe I'm being treated for bipolar 2. I have never experienced this before hence my confusion about the... read more
How long did it take for anyone to feel a change when you started taking Trintellix?
I’m starting to feel more calm and relaxed. I’m on my second week.
Switching from Paxil to Prozac?
My Paxil doesn't seem to work anymore. My agoraphobia is bad again. Bad depression and anxiety. My doctor is switching me to Prozac from Paxil without any tapering. I'm very scared because Paxil withdrawal is awful! Can anyone give me any advice please?
Mirtazapine - mirtazapine and weight gain?
Hi guys, how many pounds did you gain for taking mirtazapine approximately?
How well does Prozac ACTUALLY work?
Hey, I'm Maxine. I'm always angry and depressed. I've been told by multiple doctors that no-one should be as depressed as I am, ALL the time. I recently turned 14 years old on January 28th. I started out with Zoloft 10mg, it didn't seem to work, gradually over the year I was... read more
Brintellix - Does anyone have problems with Insomnia on this med?
Has anyone experienced insomnia which stopped after a while again on this med? I have serious trouble with it and ask myself if it's going to stop on this med. I had no problems sleeping before the med. Thanks!
Mirtazapine - Hi. I'm due an increase in my dosage from 15mg to 30mg soon?
What is the best way to take it? Currently I am taking it before bed (it was helping me sleep but not so much now). Should I take the 30mg at night still or split it and take 15mg in the morning and at night. Many thanks
Trazodone - Side effects with Trazadone - Incontinence ?
I have been given 100mg Trazadone to be taken at night for severe depression, dr is calling me next Monday to see how I'm getting on. The trouble I have since starting Trazadone is I have incontinence at night very embarrassing and making me very anxious as I just can't make it to loo in... read more
How does Seroquel react with Lamictal and Wellbutrin?
Hello all! I am 22 years old and have Bipolar I. I am currently taking 200mg Lamictal and 300mg Wellbutrin. I had been also taking 2.5mg Abilify but just went off of that to replace it with Seroquel. I just took 25mg for the first time last night and my psychiatrist is going to gradually increase... read more
Is it possible to safely consume alcohol while taking bupropion?
I will be celebrating my 21st birthday in about 4 months and was put on bupropion about a month ago. I am very aware of the risk of seizing when mixing alcohol and bupropion. I have found the new medication to be extremely helpful in improving my mental health but I also don't want to miss out... read more
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