Posted by SLS on July 21, 2003, at 19:35:29
In reply to Re: need advice on transient response to meds » SLS, posted by Craig Allen on July 21, 2003, at 19:15:59
> i forgot to mention in my post that i had an improvement on buspar also. that one was after i had been on it for a couple weeks and lasted about 10 days.
It is possible that the improvement was the result of the actions not of the buspirone itself, but rather, its main metabolite (1-PP). 1-PP acts much like Remeron, blocking NE alpha-2 receptors. Perhaps Remeron would make a good candidate for you.
> the abilify, seroquel and lithium gave me an instant improvement.
That is actually very typical.
If you come across a crystal ball, please let me know.
Today was disappointing for me. About midday, my mood dropped off rather abruptly. I have recovered somewhat, but do not enjoy the same degree of improvement that I had during these last few days. Still hopeful, though. Recovery from a long-standing or severe depression rarely follows a steady course, especially early in treatment. It is hard to guess if my feeling worse is just a temporary lapse or the signal of the end of the antidepressant response.
- Scott
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