Posted by 49er on December 18, 2010, at 8:17:57
In reply to Taking vitamins with antidepressants, posted by Lao Tzu on December 9, 2010, at 12:45:34
> I've been wondering that you actually may be more sensitive to vitamins if you are already taking antidepressants, which may mean taking a lower dosage of certain vitamins like B vitamins, for example. Articles I've read about orthomolecular medicine do not take into consideration a person who is already on medication. Usually, higher dosages of vitamins need to be used if not on medication, but I am finding out that for myself, lower dosages of vitamins are effective when already on medication. Taking too high a dosage of any vitamin may cause problems, especially ones that help increase neurotransmitters, for example, B6, B3, B12, B9. I think you have to be mindful of the dosage you take with medication. I know, for me, I can't tolerate B3 too well just because I'm already on an antidepressant and an antipsychotic. There may be an interaction there. Just giving a heads up to all of you who take vitamins while on medication. Trying lower dosages first is my suggestion.
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> LaoThat was definitely my experience when I was on meds and for awhile off of them.
Now, I am wondering if perhaps I may need a multi with more B in the future. Unfortunately, it seems to be very hard to find a good quality multi that has a moderate amount of B vitamins.
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