Posted by chloe on August 7, 2001, at 17:49:24
In reply to Re: Fatigue and depression » Cindylou, posted by MB on August 7, 2001, at 14:31:20
> If there is an energizing drug that doesn't make my heart and mind explode out of my body, I sure haven't come accros it yet (MAOIs, maybe?).
Hi MB
This is a total long shot. But you did mention that you tried neuroleptics and couldn't tolerate them b/c of the histiminic effect. Well, the lastest atypical AP to be released has very little histiminic effect. It's called Geodon. I was only on it for two short weeks. But I have to say, I never emotionally felt better. It has a bit of an antidepressant effect (it hits some serotonin and norepinephorine receptors), while at the same time helping rumination thoughts, obsessions, etc.It is slightly activating, which I usually hate and can't tolerate. But with my thoughts under control, it was a welcome energetic effect, because I felt SO positive! And I tend to be a negative person, by nature! I got so much done in my two week trial. I really miss the drug, but I developed TD like symptoms b/c I had gotten TD years ago from over use of a typical AP.
You might want to look into this drug...
Just a thought...
Chloe
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