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Posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 21:23:07
Hi gang,
I keep forgetting to ask pdoc abt this, so I thought I'd see if anyone has any ideas. I take lots of meds (lexapro, neurontin, desipramine, dexedrine, lithium, and ambien) to control anxiety and depression. I'm actually not interested in messing with them in the near future b/c it has been so hard to find something that works. But this situation puzzles me. I have lots of the usual s/e's like dry mouth, sweating, etc. However, sometimes I get really warm and start sweating a lot and my hands get very cold. I feel sort of clammy I guess. This has usually happened when I am out shopping or something. Moving around a lot. It isn't like a social anxiety type thing, it's just physical changes.
I'm pretty sure it started before I started the Li. It happens maybe once per week or so. I was thinking maybe it is related to dehydration or low blood sugar or something, but I'm just guessing. Anyone have any thoughts?
Best,
EE
Posted by Phillipa on September 19, 2005, at 21:52:32
In reply to Any thoughts about these side effects?, posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 21:23:07
Don't know how old you are but could it be related to perimenopause or menopause? Just a thought. You're probably l8. Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by lunesta on September 19, 2005, at 22:05:56
In reply to Any thoughts about these side effects?, posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 21:23:07
no i agree, dehydration, make sure to get electrolytes especially sodium. same symptoms i had when i was dehydrated...and in the hospital. IV fluids with sodium of course brought me back to normal. Drink pedialyte for a balanced approach.
Posted by gardenergirl on September 19, 2005, at 22:07:43
In reply to Re: Any thoughts about these side effects?, posted by lunesta on September 19, 2005, at 22:05:56
Posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 22:26:10
In reply to Re: Any thoughts about these side effects? » Emily Elizabeth, posted by Phillipa on September 19, 2005, at 21:52:32
Hehe, yeah, I'm not even 30, so that's probably not it. The symptoms do sound like that a little though, huh? I guess it is what I have to look forward to in the future, huh? ;)
Best,
EE> Don't know how old you are but could it be related to perimenopause or menopause? Just a thought. You're probably l8. Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 22:27:46
In reply to Re: Any thoughts about these side effects?, posted by lunesta on September 19, 2005, at 22:05:56
Good advice. I'll pay more attention to that. Thanks!
Best,
EE> no i agree, dehydration, make sure to get electrolytes especially sodium. same symptoms i had when i was dehydrated...and in the hospital. IV fluids with sodium of course brought me back to normal. Drink pedialyte for a balanced approach.
Posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 22:30:43
In reply to Thyroid? (nm), posted by gardenergirl on September 19, 2005, at 22:07:43
I sure hope not--I don't need one more problem! Actually, it was okay last time my pdoc did labs (abt 1 month ago). Actually, sometimes pdoc and I were almost hoping that my thyroid was a little low so that we could augment w/ thyroid meds! We were getting a little desperate there for a while!
Best,
EE
Posted by UgottaHaveHOPE on September 20, 2005, at 1:15:35
In reply to Re: Thyroid? » gardenergirl, posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 22:30:43
that sux, but i know where you are at. ive been there.
you will come to a point where you have to decide: are all of these freakin' physical symptons worth it since the meds (otherwise) seem to be working?
i would think yes, but thats your call.
Posted by Phillipa on September 20, 2005, at 18:24:10
In reply to Re: it could be anxiety symptons or meds, posted by UgottaHaveHOPE on September 20, 2005, at 1:15:35
I love your posting name it's so positive. Please turn on your Babblemail. Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by UgottaHaveHOPE` on September 21, 2005, at 2:17:40
In reply to Re: it could be anxiety symptons or meds » UgottaHaveHOPE, posted by Phillipa on September 20, 2005, at 18:24:10
I feel the same way about you: I love how you try to help everyone on here. You have a great heart and are an inspiration.
Babblemail? I can barely navigate the message board.
:)
Posted by Bowtie Bob on September 23, 2005, at 4:39:30
In reply to Any thoughts about these side effects?, posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 19, 2005, at 21:23:07
> Hi gang,
>
> I keep forgetting to ask pdoc abt this, so I thought I'd see if anyone has any ideas. I take lots of meds (lexapro, neurontin, desipramine, dexedrine, lithium, and ambien) to control anxiety and depression. I'm actually not interested in messing with them in the near future b/c it has been so hard to find something that works. But this situation puzzles me. I have lots of the usual s/e's like dry mouth, sweating, etc. However, sometimes I get really warm and start sweating a lot and my hands get very cold. I feel sort of clammy I guess. This has usually happened when I am out shopping or something. Moving around a lot. It isn't like a social anxiety type thing, it's just physical changes.
>
> I'm pretty sure it started before I started the Li. It happens maybe once per week or so. I was thinking maybe it is related to dehydration or low blood sugar or something, but I'm just guessing. Anyone have any thoughts?
>
> Best,
> EEGood Morning EE,
It looks like you are taking a tricyclic and stimulant, both of which will cause dry mouth and other changes. I have ADD and take a stimulant and have experienced the dry mouth, and feeling warm at times.
Posted by crazy teresa on September 23, 2005, at 9:59:08
In reply to Re: Any thoughts about these side effects?, posted by Bowtie Bob on September 23, 2005, at 4:39:30
I had a very dry mouth on Ambien.
Your pharmacist could print out a list of side effects for you regarding each medication.
Posted by crazy teresa on September 23, 2005, at 10:00:18
In reply to Re: Any thoughts about these side effects? » Bowtie Bob, posted by crazy teresa on September 23, 2005, at 9:59:08
Posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 23, 2005, at 16:43:53
In reply to Re: Any thoughts about these side effects? » Bowtie Bob, posted by crazy teresa on September 23, 2005, at 9:59:08
Posted by Emily Elizabeth on September 23, 2005, at 16:44:51
In reply to Re: Any thoughts about these side effects?, posted by Bowtie Bob on September 23, 2005, at 4:39:30
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