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Posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 8:04:24
On 100 mg's of lamicatal and 75 of effexor. the lamictal I started three weeks ago but the effexor only about 5 days. How long does it take?
I'm not new to meds and was on prozac for years and it helped I guess within two weeks.. in my depression the big thing is bombarding negative thoughts that just paralize me with anxiety. when I start to feel better it's easier to push those thoughts away. I just need some encouragement that there is room for improvement yet.thanks,
Rainee
Posted by partlycloudy on May 10, 2004, at 8:31:20
In reply to need some encouragement, posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 8:04:24
Hi, Rainee. When I started effexor it took a long time for me to feel the full benefit of it - almost 12 weeks. I stuck with it, though, and my negative thoughts and anxiety have been improved quite a bit. I'm also taking wellbutrin, xanax and ambien.
Good luck - it was a long haul for me.
Posted by Sad Panda on May 10, 2004, at 9:17:46
In reply to need some encouragement, posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 8:04:24
> On 100 mg's of lamicatal and 75 of effexor. the lamictal I started three weeks ago but the effexor only about 5 days. How long does it take?
> I'm not new to meds and was on prozac for years and it helped I guess within two weeks.. in my depression the big thing is bombarding negative thoughts that just paralize me with anxiety. when I start to feel better it's easier to push those thoughts away. I just need some encouragement that there is room for improvement yet.
>
> thanks,
> Rainee
>Hi Rainee,
Hang in there! :) How are you handling Effexor?
Cheers,
Panda.
Posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 10:15:04
In reply to Re: need some encouragement » Rainee, posted by Sad Panda on May 10, 2004, at 9:17:46
At 75 I seem to be fine . A few nights I was waking up on and off but last night I slept through. the 150 packed to much of a punch to start off with, so my Dr backed it down for me.
But you know how it is when your depressed you fear you'll never get any better.. I have to keep reminding myself I've been here before and have come out. I have an idea how I got here. I finally accepted I'm bipolar and stress good or bad can effect me. I have lots of changes to make in my life and became overwhelmed and very frightend.
of course these are therapy issues that I need to address.Rainee :)
Posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 10:17:39
In reply to Re: need some encouragement » Rainee, posted by partlycloudy on May 10, 2004, at 8:31:20
Thanks,
I am prepared to keep at it it just seems like forever when your not functioning and feel like your letting everyone down around you.
Rainee :}
Posted by finelinebob on May 10, 2004, at 10:18:53
In reply to Re: need some encouragement » Sad Panda, posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 10:15:04
> At 75 I seem to be fine...
I hope I can say as much when I'm that old.
> ... the 150 packed to much of a punch ...
Oh, mg. Nevermind.
;^)
Hang in there, Rainee!
flb
Posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 10:24:46
In reply to Re: need some encouragement, posted by finelinebob on May 10, 2004, at 10:18:53
:} that was too cute..lol
thanks
Rainee
Posted by T_R_D on May 10, 2004, at 13:33:42
In reply to need some encouragement, posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 8:04:24
Hi Rainee, hang in. I am on 100mg of Lamictal plus Wellbutrin and Effexor...there is hope!
Karen
Posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 14:18:07
In reply to Re: need some encouragement, posted by T_R_D on May 10, 2004, at 13:33:42
Thanks Karen for the encouragement I really appreciate it...:)
Rainee
Posted by chemist on May 10, 2004, at 17:02:06
In reply to need some encouragement, posted by Rainee on May 10, 2004, at 8:04:24
> On 100 mg's of lamicatal and 75 of effexor. the lamictal I started three weeks ago but the effexor only about 5 days. How long does it take?
> I'm not new to meds and was on prozac for years and it helped I guess within two weeks.. in my depression the big thing is bombarding negative thoughts that just paralize me with anxiety. when I start to feel better it's easier to push those thoughts away. I just need some encouragement that there is room for improvement yet.
>
> thanks,
> Raineerainee, you'll be fine...there are many, many posters who can provide valuable information for your meds - as well as personal support - and it appears as if you are tolerating things quite well. as with any of these drugs and combinations, it takes time to feel the effect, and depends to a degree on the medication and the person's unique biochemistry.....you sound great, keep us posted! all the best, chemist
Posted by Rainee on May 11, 2004, at 7:38:54
In reply to Re: need some encouragement » Rainee, posted by chemist on May 10, 2004, at 17:02:06
Thanks Chemist,
the wait is no fun but I think I'll come out on top.
Rainee :)
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