Posted by Wildman on November 11, 2004, at 7:13:03
In reply to Seroquel to take the edge off?, posted by KaraS on November 10, 2004, at 16:33:16
I've been using Seroquel in this way for some time now. 25-50mg at night, and maybe 12.5mg during the day. I also take 15mg Lexapro.
It does help with the occasional hypomania - I haven't been anxious for some time now (finally licked that beast!).
I do think there is a cumulative effect, in that if I have to take 50mg per night for more than 2 or 3 nights, I develop bad headaches that go away when I go back to 25mg. Not sure what the half life of that stuff is.
I am not concerned about using an AP in this way. The theraputic dose for psychosis is MUCH more than what I take. At my levels, I am using it for its side effects.
See if your friend could benefit from a half tablet during the day. Take it slow. It used to really knock me out at first, but not as much these days.
Wildman
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