Posted by Emme on December 16, 2005, at 14:26:28
In reply to Re: Lamictal, memantine, abilify - breakfast of champs » Emme, posted by Sarah T. on December 15, 2005, at 23:31:53
Hi Sarah,
> I'm so glad to hear you've found an effective "carburetor mix."Thanks. Now I just have to get the engine back up to highway speed....sometimes I think I'm like a Geo Metro and only have 3 cylinders.
> I just want to make sure I understand this correctly. Do you take memantine and lamictal every day and abilify only every 2-3 days?
That's correct.
> When you take abilify that early (morning), does it still interfere with sleep?
Yes. Its half life is long, so the effects last, including insomnia. It's improved somewhat, though. For a while I was waking up every hour or so. Now I still wake up, but less frequently. Sometimes I use a little seroquel to help things along.
> Does abilify really have antidepressant properties?
It does for me. My mood and depressed thoughts have improved. It also improves my motivation, and getting more done helps my mood.
> I wish you much continued good luck.
Thanks. Are you thinking about giving Abilify a try?
emme
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