Posted by JahL on February 19, 2001, at 14:01:31
In reply to Re: Zyprexa is good, with or without Zoloft., posted by grapebubblegum on February 19, 2001, at 10:57:20
> Thank you! I thought no one would ever answer. Zoloft is really interfering with my sleep so I think I'll talk to my Dr. some more about possibly switching.
> > Hi SalArmy4me.
> >
> > What dosage of Zyprexa did you use? Do you think that 2.5mg would be enough to augment antidepressants?
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
> >
> > - ScottHi.
As Scott's post intimates, Zyprexa may be of most benefit to you if *added* to the Zoloft. A couple of recent studies have reported synergistic effects btwn the SSRIs & the atypicals (of which Zyprexa is one).
Potentially this combination could allow for a lower dose of Zoloft and/or improved response (you said yourself yr syptoms are only 'controlled'; you should expect more).
Also, you talk of a bipolar family history and I think I'm right in saying Zyprexa has just received FDA approval for this indication (manic phase).
I took 5mg/day of Zyprexa briefly and found it took the edge off my depression & was quite calming. The only real drawback was increased appetite...
Just a coupla thoughts,
Jah.
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