Posted by fachad on December 30, 2002, at 12:49:07
In reply to What are best ADS for fast enhance of MOOD?, posted by blackrain on December 29, 2002, at 9:41:36
In theory, all ADs work pretty slow, taking 4 to 8 weeks for *full* effect.
Each time a new drug comes out, the manufacturer claims it provides more rapid relief, but the studies are shakey.
Rapid efficacy has been claimed for Effexor and Remeron.
Personally, I find that some of the more potent sedative TCAs like doxepin and trimipramine make me feel better almoast immediately - within an hour of taking the first pill I feel a bright warm fuzzyness.
These drugs are not supposed to do that - they are not controlled substances and are not supposed to "feel good", but for me they do. Remeron is also this way for me.
YMMV
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