Posted by linkadge on January 6, 2005, at 18:10:33
In reply to remeron/effects on noradrenaline, posted by elizabeth22 on January 6, 2005, at 16:35:33
Adrenal problems can cause norepinephrine irregularities.
Remeron is a much better drug on the HPA axis than the SSRI's. (it seems to significantly regulate the stress responce system) Remeron also increases noradrenic neurotransmission, which may be decreased in depression and some other diseases. (Parkinsons ADHD)
Noradrenaline is inolved in mood, arousal, alertness, concentration, and normal anxiety responces.
I had it explained to me in this way. Noradrenaline is involved in thinking about and planning for the future. Noradrenic meds can have antianxiety/antipanic effects (which take a while to work), in the sence that through this type of thought, we can become more mentally prepared for potential stressors.
Noradrenic meds can increase anxiety at first, since they often "alert" you to your problems which can cause inital anxiety.
Linakdge
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