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Posted by bookgurl99 on February 24, 2002, at 21:55:20
I just started taking Luvox. I've never felt this way on a drug before, but I feel like I can't wait to take my next dosage. On the packet it says to talk to your doctor if you have ever abused drugs before, which leads me to believe that Luvox has a higher risk of drug dependence.
Has anyone else ever felt this way? I presume that I should stop taking it as soon as I discuss it with my doctor.
:D
Posted by Dinah on February 24, 2002, at 23:31:33
In reply to Luvox AND dependence?, posted by bookgurl99 on February 24, 2002, at 21:55:20
Well, let me think back. I remember that when I started to take Luvox, I had the wonderful experience of NOT feeling overstimulated. Other than that I don't remember any particular feelings about it at all. You lucky girl, to enjoy it so much. You didn't say how long you had been on it. I hope it isn't just a start up side effect. As far as I know (and I'm not at ALL an expert in this area) SSRI's have a minimal potential for abuse. But it can be difficult to wean yourself off of them.
I'll be interested in seeing other replies to your question. Maybe I really missed out while I was taking Luvox. :(
Posted by jay on February 27, 2002, at 7:40:48
In reply to Luvox AND dependence?, posted by bookgurl99 on February 24, 2002, at 21:55:20
> I just started taking Luvox. I've never felt this way on a drug before, but I feel like I can't wait to take my next dosage. On the packet it says to talk to your doctor if you have ever abused drugs before, which leads me to believe that Luvox has a higher risk of drug dependence.
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> Has anyone else ever felt this way? I presume that I should stop taking it as soon as I discuss it with my doctor.
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> :D
Luvox has a short half-life, and is often taken 2x a day for that reason. It is more prescribed that way in Europe than here in North America, so I would give it a shot.Best wishes...
Jay
Posted by bookgurl99 on February 27, 2002, at 10:55:59
In reply to Re: Luvox AND dependence?, posted by jay on February 27, 2002, at 7:40:48
> Luvox has a short half-life, and is often taken 2x a day for that reason. It is more prescribed that way in Europe than here in North America, so I would give it a shot.
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> Best wishes...
> JayThanks for your message.
My doctor had me stop taking Luvox anyways because I was developing a rash. (What does the rash mean?) I could have been allergic to it.
The come-down was horribly strong, with a headache and anxiety attack. I was exercising at my college and believed that I was having an asthma attack! (Even tho' I've never had asthma before.)
I'm sad, because the experience of feeling happy briefly was so positive.
I have been on another antidepressant, serzone, for a while. It seems to have lost its effectiveness for me. I was coming off of that while starting up the Luvox, so that could have affected my response.
Unfortunately, my depression is due in part to hypothyroidism and is likely to be persistent.
Woud you all suggest that I try another SSRI? I'm going to try to call my doctor tomorrow.
Thanks,
Elisa
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