Posted by utopizen on February 22, 2003, at 18:33:28
In reply to Re: Straterra- combine with stims?, posted by jerrympls on February 22, 2003, at 0:21:49
Last time I checked, its mode of action-- like all the drugs you compare it to and against-- is unknown.Knowing what chemical it goes after and knowing its mode of action are two completely different things.
> What's the deal with Strattera ? After reading about it's chemical action - it basically blocks NE reuptake like Wellbutrin, Effexor and some tricyclics do (not to say it's exactly the same action or chemical relationship). It doesn't have the dopamine enhancing effects of amphetamine or Ritalin and does not cause instant neurotransmitter release. I'm no psychopharmocologist but it would appear that it is closer related to SSRIs than stimulants. Also- in the literature for Strattera, is lists no precautions or interactions with Ritalin.
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> For those who have switched from a stimulant to Strattera - do you feel any "instant" effects as you would with a stimulant? I'm just curious. It sounds like Strattera is helping a lot of people - and I think that's great.
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