Posted by sedona on August 3, 2004, at 12:42:03
In reply to Re: Stimulants as an Antidepressant » sedona, posted by Viridis on August 1, 2004, at 18:48:16
> I do well with Adderall + Klonopin (plus occasional Xanax), and can't tolerate SSRIs or Wellbutrin at all, even at the smallest doses. Adderall is a powerful AD, and my pdoc acknowledges this, although he's cautious. I take very little per day and have no trouble going on and off it, although of course others will react differently. Klonopin is great, but if you've been taking it for long you do have to go off it gradually. But for me at least, Adderall seems to a safe and benign med that causes me no problems and improves my mood.
Thanks for your response. I have been taking Klonopin 1 mg/day and Ritalin SR along with Lexapro and Lamictal. I have had days in which I did not take Ritalin or Klonopin and have not noticed withdrawal effects. However, I am trying to wean myself off the Lexapro and am finding I need more Klonopin for the anxiety. But, so far my experiences with the SSRI's (over 4 years)have left me feeling lifeless. And I have only recently realized that this is probably just how I react to SSRI's. May I ask if you have tried Ritalin and how it compares to Adderall. Also, how much Klonopin do you have to take for anxiety?
Thanks again
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