Posted by SLS on October 1, 2005, at 17:02:51
In reply to Re: Attacking the HPA axis from the other direction., posted by JaneB on October 1, 2005, at 13:41:59
> > Hi.
> >
> > I am considering using dexamethasone to treat bipolar depression. Is anyone familiar with this treatment?
> >
> >
> > - Scott
>
> WHY?I am a dexamethasone non-suppressor. Perhaps a short course of the drug will force the system to reregulate itself so that the HPA axis functions nominally. I know it is counterintuitive, but then again, so is the mechanism behind the antidepressant tianeptine. It does exactly the opposite of the SSRIs and seems to be effective. Perhaps all that is needed it to push or pull enough to force the system to seek a new equilibrium.
> Is your doc suggesting it?
No. I came across the studies while looking for information on the use of anti-cortisol drugs in depression.
> Short term or long term?
You take the drug for only 4 days.
> With what other meds?
Everything!
:-)
Parnate 80mg
nortriptyline 100mg
Lamictal 150mg
Abilify 10mg- Scott
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