Posted by crazy777girl on June 19, 2006, at 15:08:56
In reply to Re: Emsam + Nortriptyline: Day T - 2 » crazy777girl, posted by SFY on June 19, 2006, at 12:16:49
I've been on 50 mg of Nortriptyline w/ the lowest dose patch (6mg/24hrs) for about 6 weeks. I had to decrease my Nortriptilyne to 50 mg, as higher doses were making me zombie-like. Higher patch dose was producing swelling in my neck. This combination seems to produce neither bad side effects nor remarkably good results, for me. I am not convinced EMSAM is doing anything for me, and I think I've given it a fair shake, at this point in time. I'm happy to see others here on the board who've seen positive results, though, as not everyone will experience as much resistance to meds. I am also on Topamax, Lamictal, Clonazepam, and Methylphinidate.
Best of Luck - A.> > Greetings, I am also on EMSAM & Nortriptyline. My pdoc explained all the hype regarding the conflicts thought to exist. I am treatment resistant, trying this was another way to possibly see results. He has another pt who saw results on this mix.
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> > My pharmacist still calls the mix to my attention & the insurance co still blocks payment till the Dr is phoned for confirmation, every time I get my refills at CVS, but I appreciate the thoroughness of concern on the part of the pharmacy techs.
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> How long have you been taking this combo? Have you seen any noticeable results?
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> I've put off adding the Emsam until later in the week for non-med related reasons.
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