Posted by Sunny on April 10, 2001, at 16:05:33
In reply to Re: Serzone or Remeron, posted by Bill L on April 5, 2001, at 7:58:46
hopko,
I'm on serzone now, and it is less sedating. However when I first started it, I couldn't get enough sleep! I was always sleepy & dreaming (pun intended) of being cuddled in my bed. =) It worked for me (and I was having terrible anxiety, nightmares & insomnia).PS: Serzone even caused me to loose a few lbs.
> I agree with your doc. Serzone might work even though it's "cousin" Trazodone did not. And Remeron might work even though the antihistamine did'nt. They are both also good for anxiety. Remeron at a small dose (15 mg) is very good for sleep. But it does make some people gain weight.
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> > I have insomnia probably as a result of anxiety. I have tried Trazodone with no luck. 150 mgs makes me very tired but I cannot fall asleep. I also do not like how it makes me feel the next day, especially on an hour of sleep!
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> > My doc is suggesting I try either Serzone or Remeron. I am wondering if Serzone would have the same type of effect on me since it is so closely related to Trazodone.
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> > Of course, I am also concerned about the weight gain associated with Remeron, but have also read on this board that it has antihistamine like qualities. If I take antihistamines, such as Benadry at night, I will not sleep at all. Is it possible that this would happen with Remeron, or do I have to just try it and see?
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> > Any insight would be appreciated.
poster:Sunny
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