Posted by old pro on May 11, 2002, at 15:10:51
In reply to Re: Antidepressants and sedation, etc., posted by Lia Mason on May 7, 2002, at 23:01:36
> Hi,
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> I have the opposite problem. I'm battling fatigue constantly. So, I've looked into the sedation issue from the other side.
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> I have been told to stay away from remeron because the sedation can be severe. I'm also told (by more than one doc) that it's a very effective drug. I would love to take it as it does not have sexual side effects, but... I don't think we're a good match.
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> I tried serzone and had to stop due to sedation.
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> I believe this to be an atypical response, but... Neurontin sedated me at a tiny dose. My doctor said that happens to some people. I mention it only because it was so pronounced at such a tiny dose, I can't imagine if I'd gone higher.
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> Good Luck.
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> LiaIs Seroquel the brand name or generic name? I can't find it listed in the '94 edition of "Drug facts and comparisons."
I am somewhat concerned about taking an antipsychotic drug due to the possibilty of developing tardive dyskinesia. According to my copy of "Drug facts and comparisons" that is one of the warnings listed in the discussion of antipsychotic drugs.
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