Posted by ed_uk on March 4, 2006, at 13:06:52 [reposted on March 5, 2006, at 17:22:56 | original URL]
In reply to Re: Yes » ed_uk, posted by zeugma on March 3, 2006, at 18:07:08
Hi Z :)
>When people wothdraw from an SSRI the serotonin system is depleted, and they enter REM prematurely, experiencing those 'zap' sensations from cholinergic hypersensitivity, which results from the sudden aminergic weakness.
Some people take diphenhydramine (Benadryl), an antihistamine and anticholinergic, to reduce the symptoms of SSRI withdrawal. I imagine the anticholinergic effect reduces the withdrawal symptoms and the antihistamine effect reduces any insomnia which may be present.
Warm regards
Ed
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