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Posted by laurenjb on May 15, 2005, at 1:08:45
This is my first post -- sorry if it's not in the right place. Went off Effexor over the past few weeks, completely off on the 10th. I was prepared for the abject horribleness of the experience and have dealt ok with my body hurting constantly, the headaches, sweating, irritability and difficulty in concentrating. However, I did not adequately prepare myself for how unbelievably depressed I would become. I am the poster child for treatment-resistant depression -- been on about 25 meds in various dosages and combinations, had ECT, been hospitalized, and am now about to go on Parnate so I have to be off everything for at least 2 weeks before I start. This is the worst it has ever been. I am ashamed and horrified to admit that last week I cut myself on the leg with a box cutter to avoid cutting my wrists. I have a great psychiatrist and she's doing everything she can, but aside from taking as much Klonopin as I can (I'm up to about 4mg a day -- wish I could be sedated completedly until I can start the Parnate) and am having a 1-2 drinks when it gets really bad. I have truly never felt this hopeless. I mostly just need to whine and appreciate anyone still reading, but does anyone have any suggestions for anything sedating I can take pre-MAOI? Please don't suggest exercise -- I'd love to, but I'm in too much physical and mental pain to move much. Thank you and my best wishes to you all.
Posted by mogger on May 15, 2005, at 13:38:14
In reply to Effexor withdrawal pre-Parnate, posted by laurenjb on May 15, 2005, at 1:08:45
Lauren,
Please hang in there, Parnate is an amazing drug, seriously! Not sure what to recommend for calming down (sorry) but please hang in there, do a search on psycho-babble and see how many people have had superb resuls on Parnate. Take care,
mogger
Posted by mogger on May 15, 2005, at 13:40:36
In reply to Effexor withdrawal pre-Parnate, posted by laurenjb on May 15, 2005, at 1:08:45
one more word of advise,
be careful of the diet restrictions, definitely no drinking red wine or beer!
mogger
Posted by laurenjb on May 15, 2005, at 20:01:43
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal pre-Parnate, posted by mogger on May 15, 2005, at 13:40:36
Dear Mogger: Thanks for the words of encouragement. I was feeling pretty desperate last night but have been keeping myself distracted today and will see my doctor tomorrow. I will definitely check out the Parnate threads -- I have a lot riding on this one -- feel it is almost a last resort although I am anxiously awaiting FDA approval of the VNS implant as well. Again, thank you so much. Lauren
Posted by mogger on May 15, 2005, at 23:11:41
In reply to Re: Effexor withdrawal pre-Parnate, posted by laurenjb on May 15, 2005, at 20:01:43
Lauren,
Parnate isn't your last resort as there are other MAOI's that are hugely beneficial. Parnate is great though as it has a little bit of a stimulating effect. Even though Parnate is going to work for you (must think positive!:)), you still should talk to your doctor about Selegiline, Nardil and Marplan to put your mind to rest as there are plenty of more options. Keep busy and please let me know of your progress,
mogger
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