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Re: Husband Giving Up ...

Posted by SLS on April 14, 2006, at 10:46:00

In reply to Husband Giving Up ..., posted by Flame on April 14, 2006, at 8:43:41

It sounds like your husband may need psychotherapy in addition to his drug therapy.

As far as drug therapy is concerned, adding Wellbutrin 300mg to Effexor might help.

Has he tried either Parnate or Nardil? These are the two MAOIs that have shown the most potency in treating depression. A new MAOI has just been approved in the form of a patch. We have yet to see how effective it is. The problem with these drugs is that one must be responsible enough to follow a restricted diet and avoid certain medications.

Yes, it would be ideal if he were to stop drinking. I don't know that it would interfere too much with the medication, though. The problem is that certain medications might amplify the effect of alcohol. Very often, alcoholism becomes a problem with depression. This is called a "dual diagnosis". He might not be as inclined to drink were he not depressed, but it would be better if both conditions were addressed.

I know things are difficult for you. I hope you have the energy to continue trying to put your lives back together. Would your husband be resistent to psychotherapy?


- Scott

 

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