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Posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 8:47:12
Hi,
I currently take Zyprexa 17.5 mg and ativan as needed.
But I still have a lack of energy during the day, general anxiety, OCD, and mild depression which prevents me from socializing.
I am wondering what I can add to the Zyprexa to give me more energy, less anxiety, less OCD, and more interest in socializing.
Any help would be appreciated.
I have considered Buspar, or Agomelatine, but have not worked up the courage to try either one.
thanks
Bob12
Posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 9:02:03
In reply to What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depression, posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 8:47:12
Given that info, does anyone recommend I try Provigil?
thanks
Bob12
Posted by morganator on May 19, 2010, at 11:21:39
In reply to Re: What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depres, posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 9:02:03
What exactly do you take Zyprexa for? Is it the only medication you are currently on?
Posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 11:27:18
In reply to Re: What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depres, posted by morganator on May 19, 2010, at 11:21:39
> What exactly do you take Zyprexa for? Is it the only medication you are currently on?
I take it to recover from a psychosis in 2001. I take ativan 0.5 mg also. No other meds. Do you think I should try Wellbutrin SR or Provigil? I would like to reduce my anxiety and OCD, and have more energy during the day.
Bob12
Posted by SLS on May 19, 2010, at 12:36:07
In reply to Re: What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depres, posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 11:27:18
> > What exactly do you take Zyprexa for? Is it the only medication you are currently on?
> I take it to recover from a psychosis in 2001.
Was this psychosis part of a bipolar mania?
Do you think your lack of energy is a side effect of Zyprexa? Did it appear only after you began taking it?
> I take ativan 0.5 mg also. No other meds. Do you think I should try Wellbutrin SR or Provigil? I would like to reduce my anxiety and OCD, and have more energy during the day.
I really don't have any suggestions at this time.
The two drugs you mentioned have provided more energy for some people. However, they can also produce anxiety.
Is the OCD you mentioned a formal diagnosis? Is the anxiety part of a diagnosis of GAD? Have you ever tried a SSRI or SNRI?
Lots of questions, I know.
- Scott
Posted by Phillipa on May 19, 2010, at 13:13:46
In reply to Re: What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depres » Bob12, posted by SLS on May 19, 2010, at 12:36:07
But important questions. Phillipa
Posted by morganator on May 20, 2010, at 1:09:54
In reply to Re: What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depres, posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 11:27:18
Yeah I'm thinking something along the lines of Zoloft or Prozac(brand name for both makes a difference if you ask me) would be better for you than the two drugs you mentioned.
Memantine has proven to be good for OCD and anxiety for some. It also may improve your cognition if you have any deficits there.
Scott's right, we would need to know more about your history with medications and diagnosis.
What is your psychiatrist suggesting? They should have just as good a suggestion as we would. That is, if they are good.
Posted by bleauberry on May 21, 2010, at 18:44:07
In reply to What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depression, posted by Bob12 on May 19, 2010, at 8:47:12
Prozac.
Posted by Bob12 on May 22, 2010, at 8:14:45
In reply to Re: What to add to Zyprexa - lack of energy,depression, posted by bleauberry on May 21, 2010, at 18:44:07
Blueberry,
Can I babble mail or email you you so I can ask you a more detailed med questions directly? I value your opinion.
How do you turn on babble mail?
thanks
Bob12
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