Posted by KaraS on August 13, 2005, at 15:14:54
In reply to Re: Dexedrine update » KaraS, posted by ed_uk on August 12, 2005, at 1:22:25
> Hi K!
>
> >Might a calcium channel blocker induce depression?
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> Calcium channel blockers have occasionally been associated with depression, although (probably) not as often as beta blockers.
Dr. E. doesn't believe that beta blockers cause depression. He said the studies showing that were done on very sick heart patients. I think he may be an extreme optimist who doesn't want to believe the negative risks of some medications.>
> >Or destabilize someone who is bipolar?
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> Verapamil has been tried as a mood stabiliser. A few people seem to respond.Ok, so what it does works in the right direction here.
> >I shouldn't have any problems taking my thyroid medication (T4) with the Dex, should I?
>
> No, not unless you're taking so much you're hyperthyroid!
>
> Ed xxx
Thanks,Kara
xxx
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