Posted by Sheilac on March 23, 2014, at 11:13:22
Tegretol still rocking! Shocking, but true.
Doc had me go back to Geodon for my depression and mood since I've taken it in the past.
I've been taking 60mg at night. It instantly got rid of my depression. But after a few days I noticed that I get irritated a little more easily and am afraid I will fly into a rage and scream at someone.
I've had this same feeling on Adderall and full blown rage mania on Wellbutrin. So I'm thinking this must have something to do with dopamine.
I need a boost in dopamine for my depression & motivation, but I don't need to fly off the handle.
I like Geodon - no weight gain.
Is there a way to get the benefits without the irritation?
Right now I take it at night with dinner. Do I go up to 80mg? Won't I lose the dopamine AD effects at that dose? I don't want to lose my drive & motivation.
So far I feel like I've gotten my life back with Geodon I don't want to drop it.
There must be a way to keep the good and curb the bad. I can't go back to feeling depressed & unmotivated. Taking more Tegretol would just make me depressed.
Suggestions? Abilify is out due to severe weight gain.
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