Posted by chloe on July 30, 2001, at 10:27:49
In reply to Re: No more Geodon...topamax? » chloe, posted by Mitch on July 29, 2001, at 23:05:30
Hi Mitch
What you say about polytherapy makes sense. However, I don't have one med that I think is really "good" or effective except perhaps valium...And that is not a long term solution.I am not sure what neurontin dose except make me mildly sleepy (doesn't help with anger!). I still had hypomania when I added activiting drugs while being on neurontin and trileptal. Neurontin alone doesn't seem powerful enough. Trilepatal alone is too activating. And more than 1.5 Celexa and I am so racy I become suicidal.
So, I said all that to say I am in a terrible state of confusion, and though I don't have a *paying* job, I have many responsibilities and boyfriend who has a lot of difficultly with my med changes. When ever I got down on anything, at the moment Geodon, I get the worst anger streak and uncontrollable temper. And my dear friend, Anhedonia has also returned with a vengence!
So, if Topomax does have the neuroleptic type feel, it may be worth a try...I don't mind the brain cloud, some folks report. In fact it's a relief to me not to remember every single detail of my day. That's pretty pathetic!
During your short trial of Topo, do you recall it having any effect on your negative feelings (I am not sure if this is an issue for you...so you might not know!)?Thanks so much for you quick replies and thoughtful answers. I have so appreciated your support through this crappy time. Geodon was a BIG mistake. People on this board are much more informed than most pdocs!
Chloe
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