Posted by SLS on April 13, 2004, at 8:03:42
In reply to Re: To Scott - memantine.... » SLS, posted by Emme on April 12, 2004, at 20:28:33
Hi Emme.
> Hmmm...so you did feel *something* within a week or so. I think I'm going scootch up the dose a bit and see if my body is adjusting.
Based on my experience with memantine so far, I would say that it is worth pursuing.
> I see you have both a TCA and an SSRI. You've found it helpful to use them together?
Not helpful enough, obviously, but it is certainly a reasonabe thing to try. One must be aware that Paxil (paroxetine) can cause the blood level of TCA to increase dramatically, requiring a reduction in the dosage of the TCA.
What is it about your condition that indicates bipolarity?
> Hang tight, and I hope the upward trend continues.
Thanks for the encouragement! :-)
I hope things turn around for you soon. It is hard to be patient with these lengthy drug trials when you are feeling so miserable. <grimace>
Did I mention in one of my previous posts that the NIMH is conducting a trial of memantine for depression?
http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/show/NCT00040261
Best wishes.
- Scott
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