Posted by JayBTV on January 17, 2007, at 6:59:38
In reply to Re: Remeron: Week 1 noticing it's very pro-sexual, posted by crabwalk on January 16, 2007, at 22:52:15
> How is it working otherwise? Sleep? Anxiety?
(Thanks for the replies, btw)
So far very well but it's only been about a week at the minimal 15mgs. Definitely noticed sedation during the day at first but that does seem to be waning. The nightly dose still knocks me out which is good.
My life is very limited at the moment due to some dumb behavior while manic. I'm currently staying w/ family members until I get back on my feet. However I have been very motivated to do just that (Re: Job, find social outlets) and haven't noticed much social anxiety. Seems to be working in that area as well as making me feel a bit more "on" or true to myself.
Definitely have noticed the super-appetite but if there is a good thing it's that food TASTES damn good. I'm usually a very picky eater so it's a fun change for me.....definitely like having good muchies after a joint. I'm not excited about potentially gaining weight, but I'm hopeful it's not like other meds I've taken (Zyprexa) that to me seem pack on the pounds regardless of how MUCH I eat. I'm hoping most people on Remeron just find foods that much more tasty and thus add some weight.
Other less commonly reported side-effects I've noticed: 1) When I get angry I tend to be get more angry than I used to. Someone on Askapatient.com reported this and for me it's true. I feel it's been more of an indication of belief in myself rather than a negative. 2) Achy muscles. I've had a bit of a stiff neck since starting the trial. Also have noticed morning where I feel like I just lifted a lot of weights (lactic acid feeling). This SE has been the most annoying but not too bad.
Thanks again for the discussion and I'll update if things change.
Cheers,
-Jay
poster:JayBTV
thread:722933
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20070113/msgs/723116.html