Posted by torachan on June 4, 2008, at 13:55:24
In reply to Nortryptylin, posted by georgia52 on June 4, 2008, at 13:21:12
I'm taking Nortyptiline for anxiety just like your son. If your son is anything like me with regards to anxiety, and in general an edgy personality, he'd best stay away from Lexapro. Just my advice. I gave Lexapro a good shot, but it is far too activating for an anxiety disorder. I've heard it being touted as the best SSRI for anxiety, but I don't put much stock in these reports. I go on subjective experience, and although what works for me may not work for another in the same boat, I can guarantee you I have a classic case of anxious personality, anxiety disorder, whatever you want to call it, that sprung from panic attacks, which in my opinion in and of itself leaves no doubt that a real underlying anxiety disorder is present. By the way, I've been on a benzodiaxepine ever since the panic attacks, and that drug stopped the attacks dead in their tracks, but long term use is wearing thin on me so I'm looking elsewhere to rid myself of benzo dependence.
The reason why your son's doctor is leery of prescribing the TCA is due to, I believe, not just the higher side effect profile, but the financial issues at hand. Also, doctors by nature want to believe in the advance of science, but if an older drug works better than a newer drug for a particular person, which they do, than most doctors, not all, will follow the creed of their occupation; to treat the patient appropriately to improve their quality of life while weighing the risks and benefits. By the way, the TCA's side effects are exaggerated just a little.
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