Posted by LeftCoastChick on September 22, 2008, at 12:39:43
In reply to Re: Cymbalta withdrawal - Publicity » LeftCoastChick, posted by omgirl718 on September 22, 2008, at 8:59:58
In some ways I am relieved to have the diagnosis, because look at past behaviors were hallmark BP, but I was in complete denial. I have been diagnosed BP Cyclothemic mixed episodes, which in a nutshell means that I can be hypomanic and irritable all in one go. I can and have had several mood swings at day. It's down right horrible at times.
I'm off the Cymbalta, and experienced withdrawals for about 2 weeks. Now I am off anti-depressants completely, though indirectly Lamactil is one, but I am on such a low dose of this drug, I don't feel anything. The Serequal really helps with the anxiety and irritability (well for the most part). I have had some serious suicidal moments, and I breathe through them, but it's hell on earth. I am looking into ECT, I'm off work right now, so it might be beneficial to try it until the lamactil titrates at the right levels, it's agony and pure hell. I see my pdoc once a week, and am very open with her, at least now if I need to go into the hospital, I have no shame about it. I totally agree with being proactive, and I'm trying my best to do so :)
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