Posted by zonked on September 20, 2011, at 22:54:01
In reply to Re: BDNF connection? » zonked, posted by SLS on September 20, 2011, at 22:15:24
> How about adding guanfacine when NE drugs agitate you? (wild guess). You might even want to try it regardless.
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> - ScottWow, good call. Before I became disabled, I used to have a really good (but really expensive, no insurance) neuropsychiatrist who once suggested guanfacine (Tenex) as an adjunct. I had never heard of it, so I refused it. It sounds like something to bring up in the future if required.
Scott, I notice you haven't taken benzos in a long time or at least since I've corresponded with you. Is there a particular reason for this (loss of efficacy, cognitive concerns) or is it just incidental?
I actually don't really *like* the way benzos make me feel... I am dependent on Xanax now and do not want to taper though. Also, I need a benzo or Z-drug to sleep typically.
While on Nardil, did you get the insomnia and if so how did you manage?
I have found Ambien produces less of a depression nasty effect when I wake up compared to restoril. Both require mid-night dosing for a complete night's sleep.
My new drug plan includes coverage for Ambien CR, which I may give a try.
I'm kind of surprised we haven't seen commercials for Viibryd yet; although I never seem to remember Forest Labs advertising Lexapro on TV either.
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