Posted by michael on April 9, 2012, at 10:25:05
In reply to Adding Parnate and prazosin., posted by SLS on December 29, 2011, at 6:55:56
> I added prazosin (Minipress) 30 mg last week as a treatment for residual PTSD, if it even exists in me. I thought it was worth a shot. Certainly, childhood abuse and neglect contributed to the evolution of my depressive illness.
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> I added Parnate on Monday. I am titrating as quickly as I can while avoiding the development of hypotension. The prazosin might work synergistically with Parnate to significantly reduce my blood pressure. We'll have to see. 30 mg is a small dose of prazosin. There is room to increase it.
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> So...
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> I'm feeling better than I should be. Yesterday, I met some family and friends at a hotel bar. I was comfortable, gregarious, and talkative. My mind was very active. I really enjoyed myself for the first time in many years.
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> Two things are different about my current regime compared to the last time I took Parnate lithium and prazosin. I wonder
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> Currently:
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> Parnate 40 mg (titrating rapidly)
> nortriptyline 150 mg
> Lamictal 200 mg
> Abilify 10 mg
> lithium 300 mg
> prazosin 30 mg
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> Wish me luck! I could sure use it.
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> - ScottHey Scott,
Don't know if you remember me, I haven't been around for years... But I was just responding to a question someone asked me from an ancient thread...
In any case, I appreciate the feedback, suggestions, etc. that you've given me over the years, and wanted to say that I'm glad to hear that you're finding some relief, and sound optimistic! I hope that continues, and continues to improve!
Thanks again, and GOOD LUCK!
michael
p.s. still love that medication chart that you put online long ago! Is that still up?
poster:michael
thread:1005781
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