Posted by schleprock on September 19, 2012, at 21:28:36
In reply to Re: Low dose Trazodone with Nortriptyline, posted by jono_in_adelaide on September 19, 2012, at 16:30:09
I'm not really too sure on the exact differences between SSRIs and SARIs (the class Trazadone belongs to). It seems that trazodone works exclusively on serotonin receptors, so I'm thinking it might be easier to get a sense of what raising serotonin would do than other meds that do a bunch of things (and maybe cause more side effects?.) I'm also interested in knowing as to whether Trazodone would mess with Nortriptyline plasma levels. Also, Trazodone seems more fast-acting. I'm still in the early exploratory stages right now...
AI have come across an anecdotal report of some one using a higher dose of Trazodone with a lower dose of Nortriptyline, but this seemed to be more insomnia related.
So what are some disadvantages to Trazodone (as an adjunct)? Anyone have any side effects? Does tolerance build up quickly? Dr. Stahl seems to think Trazodone is effective as an adjunct therapy (for SSRIs, at least.) Why all the hate? I'm just looking for something to free-up a little serotonin that won't put me through hell in the process.
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