Posted by Roslynn on April 26, 2011, at 13:27:49
In reply to asking questions re: emsam theraputic value, posted by floatingbridge on April 25, 2011, at 23:03:46
Hi FB,
Hope you are well.
When I took Emsam at the 6mg dose I had very few side effects. I think I had headaches upon starting it, but nothing on withdrawal.
I had to stop due to the rash, but my current pdoc said the company reformulated the adhesive (?)
Thinking back I probably needed the 9mg dose but then you have to follow the MAOI diet.
Can;t anything be simple????
Roslynn> Is there potential harm commonly associated with the low dose of emsam? Rash, yes. Withdrawal?
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> Could it be neuroprotective at low dose?
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> I have nothing to wash out.
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> Is it an easy on, easy off trial? Like say, Wellbutrin.
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> I respond brilliantly right now to Ultram ER. Split a 200mg, and 100mg carried me though Easter frivolities in an comfortable way. Not compulsive cleaning. Just able to sit and chat and walk slowly to the beach. My fear is that tolerance would rebuild, I wouldn't feel my limits and overdo or reinjure. However, I was able to enjoy myself and didn't need any norco until about 4:00. 2.5 norco kept pain manageable until bed.
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> Just thinking. My fatigue is such I don't see me functioning well as a parent. And
> summer is coming. Besides, I still am depressed, though much better--for someone stuck in bed alot.
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> I realize I've been on the fence forever. When I medicate, I never know what weird sx will appear :-/
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> Thanks for any comments.
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