Posted by MoparFan91 on September 13, 2005, at 18:28:01
In reply to Re: Abilify - Cognitively blunting, posted by Lazarus on September 13, 2005, at 18:06:31
If SSRI's or atypicals fail, you can try GABA-based meds/agents such as benzos (not the most recommended, though, due to addiction issues). But. Klonopin in the class is the least addictive one, though, and is thought of highly. Other classes of GABA-based meds are the anti-convulsants like Neurontin, Topamax.
Also, there are supplements that work on GABA:
Taurine, GABA (bonded with Inositol and Niacinamide), Niacinamide, Picamilon, Theanine, Magnesium, Kava Kava (not sure if it's GABAergic)In my experience for social phobia, Don't take anything that messes with dopamine or norepinephrine. It will just amplify the anxiety status and tension around people. Wellbutrin (which touches those), Tyrosine, stimulants, Abilify (which agonizes dopamine), all did this to me.
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