Posted by KayeBaby on July 12, 2007, at 17:27:33
In reply to Re more info on nameda as psych med » KayeBaby, posted by Honore on July 12, 2007, at 15:01:33
> Hi, KayeBaby. I'm really interested in whatever you can say about Namenda.
**I know. I cannot find much on it other than for AD.
>I really dont' know much about it, other than its usual use. How is it used as a pysch med? what are the usual recommendations, or conditions where it seems effective? what effects does it usually have/ or side effects (as far as you know)?**My Dr. said he was putting all of his ADD pt's on it. For cognitive benefits. I have heard of people having great results for OCD. I find it to be great for lowering anxiety without being overly sedating.
I take 2-5mg as needed in the daytime and usually 10mg before bed. Seems to improve my sleep. The lower doses are seem to calm me down and bring my energy levels back up and my focus and mood too. Helps me when I feel scattered.
It blocks glutamante toxicity (not tech explanation) and probably brings GABA up.
It has been used for about 10 years in Europe and seems to be very safe. It is quite mood brightening and libido enhancing (esp. the first few weeks)
> I'm looking for something to add to Emsam, also, esp if/when I stop abilify, and would like to mention it to my pdoc in my next appointment, if I knew more about it.
**what symptom are you having that you need to address?
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Honore
You are very welcome, Honore.
Kaye
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