Posted by saint james on October 29, 1999, at 4:27:10
In reply to So much for stability (next med suggestions), posted by Bob on October 25, 1999, at 0:27:30
> Let's do a quick recap of the story to date:
> Been on meds for 2.5 years or so. Had a great initial reaction to Zoloft, went off it after six months, and have never responded well to an SSRI since.James here....
Hmmm.... generally TCA's are more effective for severe depression and and SSRI's work beter for less severe depressions. I get the feeling you did best on the TCA ? If so work on augmenting it, or what ever worked the best. How about Pindolol + TCA or something else ? I can't remember if you tried opioids, like Naltrexone and others ? I have been off the net for a week due to a major computer overhall (with several choice works to Mr Gates ! ) so I have forgotten peoples Hx.
Effexor XR + TCA or Remeron is a big gun, too. Seems to cover all the bases, neuro transmitter wise. When I was on Effexor + TCA I found I could get the TCA down to a small dose so it had less of an effect on sex drive.
j
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