Posted by william puga on May 24, 2008, at 23:51:02
In reply to Re: Paxil dilema, posted by Markwell on May 23, 2008, at 7:47:48
Lithium augmentation is one of the best ways to get an antidepressant to work. Typically, one needs about 10x one's weight in milligrams for bipolar (eg, if you weigh 150#, you need 1500mg per day), but usually 300mg twice a day can be very helpful. If low doses are helpful you reduce concerns regarding side effeects including tremors, diarhea and thyroid suppression.
Lithium is also helpful for racing thoughts.
Good luck!
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