Posted by SLS on April 23, 2006, at 19:03:35
In reply to Re: Another drug failure..PLEASE READ » SLS, posted by Jay on April 22, 2006, at 15:05:27
Hi Jay.
Thanks for the good ideas.
> So here goes my reccomendations:
>
> -Add another mood stabalizer..possibly a good one, like depakote.I think I'll try adding back the Keppra as a mood stabilizer.
> -You've got stimulating antidepressants, so add some Prozac, at a GOOD dose. (i.e. 80mg's)
Yeah. I never tried more than 20mg a day.
> -Add another atypical antipsychotic. Risperdal seems safest as far as diabetes goes, and don't be afraid to bump around the dose.
I've tried Zyprexa, Risperdal, Seroquel, and Geodon. Low dosages of Risperdal did help, but only for a few weeks.
> -I'd suggest maybe dumping the Wellbutrin, in place of some new Dexedrine.
Maybe I could just add it to the Wellbutrin. I would hate to give up on the Wellbutrin too quickly.
> -Add a PRN benzo if anxiety is still a problem.
I have some social anxiety, but nothing that I would consider paralyzing.
Your suggestions are valid, and I'll keep them in mind for the future. With so many ideas being presented, it is hard to know which ones to choose.
> Good luck...you still have a long road to travel my friend.
You might be right. I hope it is not too much longer. I've waited too long already.
Thanks again.
- Scott
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