Posted by Ron Hill on September 16, 2003, at 14:16:09
In reply to All the AD work for 3 weeks only! Why?, posted by serenitypeace on September 13, 2003, at 10:14:56
Hi Serenity Peace,
Serotonin medications (i.e.; SSRI's) do the exact same thing to me. As to why this occurs, I agree with what Books said regarding the adverse impact on the dopaminergic pathways.
Does your initial positive response to an AD occur within the first day or two of starting the medication? I typically respond the first day. It is my opinion (take it for what it's worth) that patients like you and I, who immediately experience a favorable response to serotonin medications but within a few weeks lose their motivation and become emotionally blunted, should look closely at the possibility that they may be bipolar II.
-- Ron
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> Hello everybody,
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> I started taking anti-depressants 3 years ago for a dysthymia that evolved into a major depression (recently diagnosed with atypical depression). Since then, I have tried a few AD (Effexor XR, Remeron, Wellbutrin, Risperdal to potentialize the effects of the AD). Wellbutrin did nothing. However, Effexor, Remeron and Risperdal really helped but only for a few weeks each. My doc increased the dosage when each AD effect decreased. That also worked for another 3 weeks, before my health and energy plunged again. Can anyone relate to my situtation? Thanks.
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