Posted by nmk on January 7, 2003, at 9:30:52
In reply to Re: Update: Today's pdoc appt » nmk, posted by Ritch on January 7, 2003, at 0:57:16
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> Hi Nicole, that is certainly interesting about the Straterra. I'm curious too, since I will be seeing my pdoc again here in a few weeks and I don't want to be on pstims or TCA's, and it would really be super to have the robust anti-ADHD response I got from desipramine without the orthostatic hypotension, blurred vision, rapid heartrate, that I got from a very low dose of desipramine. Oh one thing, Zoloft will inhibit the metabolism of Straterra so it (Straterra) might have a more pronounced effect on you (at a lower dosage) than it otherwise might have. You didn't say what the dosage was he gave you. good luck--Mitch
Hi Mitch,He put me on a low dose, 18 mg, and reduced my zoloft from 125 mg to 75 mg. He also reduced the Trileptal from 300 x 2 per day to 150 mg x2 per day. This is day one of the Straterra and so far, I have noticed an increase in my energy level and improvement in mood. This med is much more tolerable than my trial with Adderall. The Adderall almost made me hyper and seemed to aggravate the anxiety. This feels like I have had a few cups of java without the racing heart, nervousness, etc.. My depression needed a kick in the the pants and I hope this will do it but I know better not get my hopes up. I will keep you and the others posted with this trial and I want to thank you again for all of your advice.
Nicole
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