Posted by Cindy W on May 11, 2000, at 10:09:52
In reply to Re: Will Luvox work for depression?, posted by JohnL on May 11, 2000, at 4:21:35
> > I recently switched off of zoloft to luvox because of the sexual side effects associated with the zoloft. My Dr. thought the luvox would interfer less with my sex life than the zolft, so I am giving it a try. So far it is not working. At least as far as relieving my depression. I just increased my dosage to 150mg hoping to get some relief. Has anyone had experience with Luvox? Should I go back to zoloft? Anyones imput would be appreciated.
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> Yes, Luvox will work for depression. With the disclaimer of course that 'your mileage may vary'. We all respond differently due to our unique individual chemistries.
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> I tried Luvox for a short time, but for me it was just too sedating. I don't think that's a common side effect. But for me it was a problem.
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> There are plenty of controlled studies using Luvox in treating depression. Some of them indicate it can be more effective in certain types of depression, such as the melancholic type.
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> In your shoes, I wouldn't go back to Zoloft until after trying and comparing every option in the SSRI class in search of a best match for your unique chemistry. That would include Celexa, Prozac, Paxil, Effexor. Of the bunch, Paxil is probably the most likely to give sexual side effects I think. But they are all worth a try in my opinion, because we want to know for sure what your best match is. The only way to find out is to try them for comparison.
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> Though results seem a little more spotty with Serzone, it is certainly worth trying. That's because it is generally known for improving sleep and sex. Some people respond very well to it. Others don't. It's worth finding out how it performs with you.
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> After all is said and done--if none of the SSRIs are a best match--then there are still some excellent things to try either as monotherapy or as an add-on to your favorite SSRI. Desipramine, Nortriptyline, Zyprexa, Ritalin, and Adderall are top choices off the top of my head. So there are plenty of options. But for now it is probably best to give the Luvox a chance, because in scientific trials is has performed well.
> JohnLBW, I found that Luvox interfered more with sex than Prozac, Serzone, or Zoloft. It is a good antidepressant and anti-OCD medication, otherwise. Serzone and Effexor-XR don't (for me) interfere with sex. Luvox totally shut me down. But everybody's different! Best wishes.
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