Posted by Conundrum on November 29, 2010, at 10:34:20
In reply to Re: JAMA-.will never be a drug that 'cures' depression » Conundrum, posted by merpmerp on November 28, 2010, at 21:27:35
You might want to look at this thread, specifically the part about low dose prozac. It is pretty technical, but basically a lower dose of prozac seems to increase norepinephrine and dopamine more than a higher dose which seems to increase more serotonin. You will still get serotonin in this low dose, but there is more of a kick.
The way I take 2.5mg is approximate. An acute dose of prozac has a half life of about 2-3 days, chronic dosing even longer. So I just take a 10mg pill, break it in half, and then take it every other day. So thats approximately 2.5 mg a day. For me, the motivating effects stop and get worse than before it seems, if I start to take it every day. It would be interesting to see if other people respond to this low dose of prozac. It really helps with motivation and interest and keep your mind focused on one thing.
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/neuro/20090701/msgs/904542.htmlComplaints: post-SSRI problems: anhedonia, memory and concentration problems, sexual dysfunction. )
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