Posted by ricker on May 21, 2009, at 13:17:39
In reply to Re: Seroquel help needed! - yxibow » ricker, posted by yxibow on May 21, 2009, at 5:40:49
Hi Jay,
Yes I've wondered about the zoloft potential for interaction with an A/P on D2, but have read of others taking them together, something to consider I suppose?
I agree that Seroquel at 50mg may not help with my hypomania. Last night I took 50 mg at 9pm and lay in bed until 12:30 am, up at 6am for work so I'm feeling a bit tired today along with the irritability/mind racing. I did not experience muscle twitching in my legs though! Yes, the jaw clenching causes pain extending up to the jaw line, in front of my ears, thats where the most pain is currently felt.
My p/doc prescribed lamictal at 150mg; unfortunately I can only take 50 mg due to side-effects... actually increases my irritability at 75mg and beyond, along with extreme hot flashes and facial flushing. I do get some antidepressant benefit from it at 50 mg so will continue to take it. Hence the need for seroquel to address the mania ends of the cycle. But, as you have mentioned, 50 mg may not suffice. I'm not sure it will help with sleep at that dose either, given last nights episode?
I'll probably see how things go for a week and then revisit the Zydis option if I continue to slip down hill. Zydis 5mg helped a lot with my irritability and ocd tendencies although I felt some flattening/detachment after 2 months or so. I was not taking lamictal at the time so perhaps the 2 together would help with that?
Again, thank you for your insight, I certainly appreciate your help and hope you are successful in your treatment.
Take care, Rick
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