Posted by ricker on August 1, 2008, at 18:54:56
In reply to Anxiety + Major Depression...HELP!!!, posted by amyvalkyrja on August 1, 2008, at 6:14:24
Hello Aims,
Allways remember you are not alone when it comes to depression/anxiety. Millions of people suffer with this and there are hundreds of different med. combinations available.
Sometimes, it takes a trial and error approach before you find the right drug.
I've been taking rivitrol since 1987 to help control my anxiety. I used to take 2mg - 4x/day.
I now take 0.5mg - 3x/day.I look at it as my daily vitamin that I may need for the rest of my life just as diabetics with insulin.
I have stopped it several times over the years just to see how I would do .... gradual reduction and I really didn't suffer much in the way of withdrawl.
As far as antidepressants, I found paxil to be quite effective for mild depression and anxiety.
I had to stop taking it due to chronic nausea but you may do great on it. Just remember everyone responds different to certain drugs.I've never tried prozac as I to have a severe anxiety/social disorder so I have been a bit leary with the more stimulating a/d's.
Lexapro and zoloft are quite good for treating depression with anxitey. I would not hesitae in taking the rivitrol along with the med you decide on. I believe it helps curb the jittery feelings I get during a new drug startup.
I hope you do well. Keep positive, you will feel happy again, just remember to have some patience.
I know it's easier said than done, but it will get better.Regards, Rick
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