Posted by blnch on March 16, 2004, at 10:37:15
In reply to Re: GI Problem with ALL ADs, posted by Margit on March 15, 2004, at 19:39:18
> I have always had GI problems as a companion to my depression and panic disorder. Usually, for me though, once I go into remission the symptoms do somewhat subside.
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> But I have been taking acid blockers (Nexium, Prevacid, etc.) in high doses and it never helped while in a relapse. I have had GERD (acid reflux) to the point that at one time I had esophagitis, grade III (which is pretty bad).
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> Paxil is about the only AD, I tolerate to a certain degree (am on Paxil CR right now). I also had some luck with the TCAs. Prozac, Zoloft, and Effexor were untolerable because of GI side effects. Remeron was ok for my stomach, but didn't help for my depression. Wellbutrin was way to agitating (no effect on stomach though). Nardil was GI neutral, but had other difficulties with it.
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> There is a great link on GI problems in regard to PD and depression. Some of the info there had helped me out quite a bit.
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> http://www.algy.com/pdi/
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> Check the "Frequently asked questions" section for GERD and Carafete.
Thanx. We are all so different, as we already know. I realize Wellbutrin is easy on tummy for most. It was absolute worst for nausea for me + the acitvation.Remeron used to be my wonder drug, but no
longer. I have tried every natural and unnatural cure for constipation out there. Either no relief, relief then right back to previous state, or makes me feel so sick, I discontinue.Sinequan(doxepin) worked for me for many years - total remission - years ago. Now it is just too sedating and the constipation is even worse than it always was.
BTW, I do not have Panic Disorder. I have some Social Anxiety, but I am one who believes that depression & anxiety just go hand in hand, and that the DSM should be revised to reflect a Mood Disorders Spectrum, also including Bipolar Illness.
I will check out the link.
~blnch
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