Posted by Leighwit on May 9, 2002, at 9:30:00
In reply to Re: My Pdoc recommended Omega 3 » Leighwit, posted by cmcdougall on May 8, 2002, at 19:01:29
Hi Carly,
Thanks for including the specifics of your AD regime.
> I take 40mg Celexa, 50mg desipramine, 40-60mg Adderal, and 50mg trazodone at night.
I took Celexa with WB for quite some time but had to stop because of the weight gain's interference with my insulin requirements. It was unfortunate because the Celexa definitely took the edge off the WB's side effects in the area of irritability. At least in my case it did. I've also taken Norpramin (desiprimine) but I don't think I took it long enough and am planning to revisit the issue with my current Pdoc. Right now, I only take WB. I've read many interesting things about Adderall here. I'm thinking it would be a big help (potentially) to the lethargy and lack of motivation that is one of my primary depression symptoms. I would only be concerned that it might exasperate any anxiety/irritability. ? Also, what is trazodone? Do you take that to help with sleep difficulties?
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> I have to say that the Omega 3 I am taking now (1g EPA) seems to be making a real difference in my motivation and mood. Maybe you should try it...I plan to try adding more (1g) of Omega 3.
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> It was mere chance that I found this pdoc. He is relatively young (42 years old) and I started seeing him soon after he completed his residency. ........ It has only been over the years that I have gotten to know some of his views on nutrition, alternative treatment, and even metaphysics (hard to know someone in 15 min. 3-4 times a year).
>You're very fortunate. Just out of curiosity, what part of the country do live in? I'm looking for any possible resources with which to find a Pdoc like yours: one with a traditional medical background yet interest in nutrition and alternative therapies (a metaphysician).
Thanks again Carly,
Namaste,
Laurie
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