Posted by sackhoullier on November 11, 2003, at 1:02:17
In reply to Re: Advice needed - should I start on Lithium?, posted by sarita0001 on November 10, 2003, at 16:56:25
Thanks Sara. The doctor said he'd start me on 400mg and raise it as necessary after my bloodwork at the end of the first week.
My main issue is that I don't want to be zombified. I know that being analytical isn't a good thing when you tend towards anxiety and depression - but I still like to analyse. When I'm well I'm very active, I love having my kids around me and doing what they want to do. I'm petrified that I'll get on this drug and end up sitting on the couch watching soap operas. I don't want to sleep more than eight hours a night, I've got too much to do at work and at home - but I suppose an extra hour or twos sleep is a small price to pay for sanity...
I wish I could just deal with this on my own, but I can't.
I was on Remeron for a month in the summer and I hated myself. I put on tons of weight and managed to stay awake for about 10 hours per day. It fixed me, but as soon as I knew my head was straight I came off it. I guess I'm just worried that Lithium will act the same way.
I don't want to be a zombie!
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