Posted by michael on January 21, 2000, at 15:03:09
In reply to Re: dysthymia & meds-my combo, posted by S. Suggs on January 21, 2000, at 14:04:53
> > Just wondering which meds, or combos of meds people have had some success - specifically with dysthymia? (Also the dosage - I've read that dysthymia often requires higher doses to acheive results)
> >
> > For me, wellbutrin sr did nothing - all the way up to 200mg twice daily.
> >
> > Now trying effexor xr. Helps me some w/concentration & being a bit more out-going/sociable, but I'm still low on energy/motivation. Also makes me sleepy.
> > Was taking 75mg/day, now trying 150mg/day.
> >
> > Thanks for any feedback.
> > michael
>
> Michael: I am taking Parnate 60/day and lithium 900/day with wonderful results. MAOI's have a reputation for a high success rate with dysthymia. I am dysthymic as well. I tried almost all the others and talked my doc into a trial of Parnate, and I am thankful. Blessings,
>
> S. Suggs
Any luck with just the parnate? How about side effects?I'm a little hesitant to try maoi's, due to the diet restrictions...
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