Posted by Sassy on September 7, 2000, at 21:03:45
In reply to Ondansetron: For SSRI fatigue and memory loss, posted by AndrewB on August 22, 2000, at 9:49:47
Andrew,
I am very interested in this posting.
You aren't kidding this is expensive. My pdoc
was willing to prescribe it, however, the insurance company would only pay for 9 pills which cost $238.If taken as prescribed, 3 x day 8 mgs, I will only be able to judge by 3 days before refilling
again.I am interested with others comments if they also find a need for something like this.
By the way, I'm having a hard time adapting to serzone. I'm on 50 mg because of the fog induced
stuff and lack of concentration, it's been over 8 weeks. Can't deal with other meds because of the weight gain issue. In particular, celexa and
effexor which seem to be toxic to my system.
I must say that effexor was fantastic for the
depression after getting past the first month.Unfortunately due to my occupation, I don't have
any time to play around with meds and can't deal
with any sedation, or lack of focus.I'm also a single mom and don't have too much free
time to do as much research as I'd like.If this is the magic pill, hope I can find a
cheaper alternative with the same chemical
effect. Never bought anything overseas and really
don't feel comfortable about it.Thanks for the information.
Sassy
> Ondansetron may be very effective for SSRI induced memory loss.
>
> Myself and another person have taken it and noted it creates a clear headed arousal.
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> Studies on specific populations have shown it effective at ameliorating fatigue and improving memory.
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> Ondansetron is a 5HT3 serotonin receptor antagonist. Overstimulation of the 5HT3 receptor, I speculate, may often be at the root of SSRI induced fatigue, fogginess and memory loss.
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> I have not noticed any side effects with ondansetron.
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> It is fast acting, working within an hour.
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> Ondansetron's label use is for preventing nausea from, for example, chemotherapy.
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> There is a reason that doctors aren't already using it for SSRI side effects, the medicine is EXTREMELY expensive in the US.
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> However it can be purchased overseas for a reasonable price. Here is a website where people can order it from overseas without an Rx for a fairly low price: http://www.drugsrus.org/miscorder.html
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> I suggest those who want to trial it buy a small amount from this source, say 12 tablets.
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> If it works for you I can give you the name of a site where it can be purchased very cheaply in larger quantities, 30 cents per daily dose!
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> Daily dosage is 4mg to 8mg. normally. But some will find a dose of 16mg. even more effective.
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> Please report to me any of your expereinces.
>
> AndrewB
> andrewb@seanet.com
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