Posted by TamaraJ on June 24, 2005, at 22:19:52
In reply to Re: Trileptal or Lamictal for unipolar depression?, posted by Emily Elizabeth on June 18, 2005, at 0:14:23
Emily,
Can I ask how much Desipramine you are taking? Have you experienced orthostatic hypotension on it? Did it have any effect, even if it was minimal to moderate, on motivation? Have you found it helpful for "fearful anticipation", if you experience that type of thing?
Thanks.
Tamara
> > Which of the things you're on is helpful for your anxiety?
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> The Desipramine helped with it the most probably. But also, the neurontin helped some (although i have been on it for about 2 yrs and it is hard to say if it is still making a difference). And actually taking a sleeping med helped too b/c it has helped me get regular sleep, which does take a certain edge off, you know?
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> I never tried Celexa. Lex did a little for me on both the depression and anxiety, but far from a cure.
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> I wonder if you used a small amount of Desipramine (or something similar) along with the Celexa, you could just take a tiny bit and minimize side effects. Might be worth asking your doc about.
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> Best,
> EE
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