Posted by corafree on November 1, 2006, at 17:16:12
In reply to Re: Brain Flash!, posted by SLS on October 31, 2006, at 16:55:12
>This is very possible. Both GABA (Valium) and serotonin (Effexor) play roles to help prevent excessive excitation (fear) in the amygdala. Using both together act at least additively if not synergistically.<
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>However, this might also be apathy, a usually unwanted side effect being produced elsewhere in the brain by the serotonin reuptake inhibiting properties of Effexor.<I'm on Eff-XR 150q.d., Valium 10t.i.d., Lyrica 75h.s. (Cut back Valium to b.i.d. today.)
I believe Lyrica works pharmacologically a bit like a benzo, making the anxiolytic properties of my regimen stronger.
If correct, need add something in, or make a substantial change.
Only get 15min (out of 40days) Friday to 'communicate w/ P', so would appreciate opinion from you, or if U not feelin' up to, another 'pharmo educated babbler' here.
Glad see peeps share re: experience w/ EMSAM.
bestwishes, cf
poster:corafree
thread:699342
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