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Posted by ChicagoKat on October 4, 2012, at 10:47:06
Just an update on the combo so helpfully recommended by Jono and Scott...even though I'm only on 15mg of Nardil per day and 25mg/day of Nortryp, at this point, already I'm experiencing a positive effect; my anxiety is practically gone, and I've noticed I'm starting to feel a bit more positive. I can now focus on a book (I love to read), and that's always a GOOD indicator of improvement of my mood. So some tentative thanks to you both, Jono and Scott :)
I'll keep you all, esp Jono and Scott, updated as my doses slowwwwly (once per week) go up. Thanks again!
Kat
Posted by SLS on October 4, 2012, at 11:50:55
In reply to Update on my experience with Nardil + Nortryp., posted by ChicagoKat on October 4, 2012, at 10:47:06
> Just an update on the combo so helpfully recommended by Jono and Scott...even though I'm only on 15mg of Nardil per day and 25mg/day of Nortryp, at this point, already I'm experiencing a positive effect; my anxiety is practically gone, and I've noticed I'm starting to feel a bit more positive. I can now focus on a book (I love to read), and that's always a GOOD indicator of improvement of my mood. So some tentative thanks to you both, Jono and Scott :)
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> I'll keep you all, esp Jono and Scott, updated as my doses slowwwwly (once per week) go up. Thanks again!
> Kat
Experiencing a "blip" improvement within the first 3 - 5 days is supposed to be a good indicator of ultimate response. Be aware, however, that this improvement often dissipates within a few days. If this is the case with you, you may very well see the emergence of a more robust and long-lasting response with continued treatment. I guess what I'm trying to say is that you should not feel defeated if you lose your current improvement. You must be patient. It could take another 3 weeks before you feel better again. Of course, it would be nicer if you don't lose your current improvement and are able to watch it grow.
- Scott
Posted by phillipa on October 4, 2012, at 12:59:48
In reply to Re: Update on my experience with Nardil + Nortryp. » ChicagoKat, posted by SLS on October 4, 2012, at 11:50:55
Cograts more frequent updates though. Phillipa
Posted by ChicagoKat on October 4, 2012, at 13:24:15
In reply to Re: Update on my experience with Nardil + Nortryp. » ChicagoKat, posted by SLS on October 4, 2012, at 11:50:55
> > Just an update on the combo so helpfully recommended by Jono and Scott...even though I'm only on 15mg of Nardil per day and 25mg/day of Nortryp, at this point, already I'm experiencing a positive effect; my anxiety is practically gone, and I've noticed I'm starting to feel a bit more positive. I can now focus on a book (I love to read), and that's always a GOOD indicator of improvement of my mood. So some tentative thanks to you both, Jono and Scott :)
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> > I'll keep you all, esp Jono and Scott, updated as my doses slowwwwly (once per week) go up. Thanks again!
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> Experiencing a "blip" improvement within the first 3 - 5 days is supposed to be a good indicator of ultimate response. Be aware, however, that this improvement often dissipates within a few days. If this is the case with you, you may very well see the emergence of a more robust and long-lasting response with continued treatment. I guess what I'm trying to say is that you should not feel defeated if you lose your current improvement. You must be patient. It could take another 3 weeks before you feel better again. Of course, it would be nicer if you don't lose your current improvement and are able to watch it grow.
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> - ScottThanks for the info Scott :) I had heard last time I took Nardil about this "blip" reaction, and I do think I experienced it as far as the depression goes, but the anti-anxiety benefit never went away, and I hope that is my experience this time, b/c I hate anxiety more than depression. I'm glad to know that even if this is a blip, that it is a positive sign for the future. And I'm experiencing this on only 15mg/day! Just wait til I get to 45...I can't wait, I wish the titration weren't so slow. Last time I started Nardil my pdoc's colleague, who was covering for him, upped my dose by 15mg every day so that I was at 60mg/day in 4 days, and I experienced no ill effects. But I understand my real pdoc's desire to titrate more slowly since I am also titrating up on Nortryp. But sigh, part of me wants to be a rebel and increase my dose faster. But I won't; I'll be a good girl, though the desire remains. Thanks again....How are you feeling these days? Better, I truly hope.
Kat
Posted by ChicagoKat on October 4, 2012, at 13:25:40
In reply to Re: Update on my experience with Nardil + Nortryp., posted by phillipa on October 4, 2012, at 12:59:48
> Cograts more frequent updates though. Phillipa
Thanks Phillipa....and no worries; if you want updates, you'll be getting them :)
How are you feeling these days?
Kat
Posted by Roslynn on October 4, 2012, at 15:52:17
In reply to Update on my experience with Nardil + Nortryp., posted by ChicagoKat on October 4, 2012, at 10:47:06
That is good news. Sounds like you have a progressive doc too. I really hope the combination will work.
I'm doing a wash-out right now to go on Parnate, so I'm a few weeks behind you:)
Roslynn
> Just an update on the combo so helpfully recommended by Jono and Scott...even though I'm only on 15mg of Nardil per day and 25mg/day of Nortryp, at this point, already I'm experiencing a positive effect; my anxiety is practically gone, and I've noticed I'm starting to feel a bit more positive. I can now focus on a book (I love to read), and that's always a GOOD indicator of improvement of my mood. So some tentative thanks to you both, Jono and Scott :)
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> I'll keep you all, esp Jono and Scott, updated as my doses slowwwwly (once per week) go up. Thanks again!
> Kat
Posted by ChicagoKat on October 4, 2012, at 16:09:45
In reply to Re: Update on my experience with Nardil + Nortryp., posted by Roslynn on October 4, 2012, at 15:52:17
Thanks for the encouragement Roslynn :) I hope the Parnate helps you. I know washouts are very difficult, but I have been on Nardil before, and I'm telling you, MAOIs are absolutely wonderful, and well worth the washouts, the food restrictions, and the drug interactions you have to worry about. I wish you the best! Oh, do you have benzos to help you through your washout? If not, be sure to ask your pdoc for some, they really help. Hang in there and take care :)
Kat> That is good news. Sounds like you have a progressive doc too. I really hope the combination will work.
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> > Just an update on the combo so helpfully recommended by Jono and Scott...even though I'm only on 15mg of Nardil per day and 25mg/day of Nortryp, at this point, already I'm experiencing a positive effect; my anxiety is practically gone, and I've noticed I'm starting to feel a bit more positive. I can now focus on a book (I love to read), and that's always a GOOD indicator of improvement of my mood. So some tentative thanks to you both, Jono and Scott :)
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> > I'll keep you all, esp Jono and Scott, updated as my doses slowwwwly (once per week) go up. Thanks again!
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Posted by JONO_IN_ADELAIDE on October 4, 2012, at 17:52:48
In reply to Re: Update on my experience with Nardil + Nortryp. » Roslynn, posted by ChicagoKat on October 4, 2012, at 16:09:45
Great news Kat, very best of luck!
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