Posted by Elizabeth on September 12, 2001, at 21:30:50
In reply to Re: in case of an accident... LONG...LONG » Elizabeth, posted by v on September 12, 2001, at 6:19:09
> what a great idea about getting some documentation... would a search for seratonin syndrome show up the dextramethorphan as well?
Searching for "serotonin" and "dextromethorphan" might get you what you're looking for (be sure to spell them right < g >).
> what about the high tolerance to pain meds?
Have you used opioids a lot in the past? Some people (such as myself) seem to be resistant to opioids before ever having tried them. It's tough convincing a doctor that you're not a drug addict, isn't it?
> my current cocktail is:
> • 36mg concerta
> • 200mg wellbutrin 2x daily
> • 75mg effexor
> • 1mg klonopin 3x daily (i only take .5 with my morning meds)
> • 10mg busparThe Concerta (and maybe Klonopin) are the only things that stand out. I would suggest seeing a psychiatrist, though. Get a referral from your GP.
Buspar can augment the Effexor, BTW.
> • valium, xanax & ambien on an as needed basis only, usually when i am particularly stressed (like yesterday) or am having difficulty falling asleep
I think you could possibly leave those out if you only use them occasionally and familiarise yourself with possible interactions.
> i still have alot of trouble getting out of the house initially... or initiating doing the things i enjoy... in fact, there is still a lack of joy in my life (hence the buspar trial), i am still easily stressed out & can become resentful (which can be the norm for me and something i dislike intensely)
I understand. Have you ever tried Remeron? I know a few people who've described similar problems to yours who've found it extremely helpful.
> btw, what ad's are you taking if you don't mind my asking? i've really appreciated your posts on this board...
Thank you. Since you ask:
desipramine 50 mg 4x/day
buprenorphine 1 mL (= 0.3 mg) 3x/day
Klonopin 1 mg morning, 1 mg afternoon, 2 mg bedtimeAnd some other stuff to counteract side effects. < g >
-elizabeth
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