Posted by ed_uk on November 20, 2004, at 18:12:40
In reply to Re: Treatment in England - lofepramine » ed_uk, posted by KaraS on November 20, 2004, at 16:43:46
Hi Kara,
Lofepramine was introduced many years after the early TCAs like imipramine. I think this is why it got singled out because of rare reports of liver disease. No, I've never had a liver test while I've been on it (2 yrs). Lofepramine causes tachycardia just like desipramine. If tachycardia was a problem it could be combined with a low dose of a beta blocker (eg. atenolol). My heart rate is very fast but this doesn't cause me any problems, my BP is normal. Lofepramine has helped to relieve my depression. I also take citalopram for anxiety and OCD.
All the best,
Ed
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