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Posted by phillipa on September 21, 2012, at 10:11:31
Scott is the minocycline still going well at 200mg a day? Thinking about you. Phillipa
Posted by SLS on September 21, 2012, at 11:04:35
In reply to SLS How's the Minocycline Going?, posted by phillipa on September 21, 2012, at 10:11:31
> Scott is the minocycline still going well at 200mg a day? Thinking about you. Phillipa
All systems go...The stuff's still working. Who would have thought?
- Scott
Posted by phillipa on September 21, 2012, at 12:20:44
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » phillipa, posted by SLS on September 21, 2012, at 11:04:35
Not me that's for sure!!!. No headaches? No dizziness? Think it's only goog for bipolar or MDD. Think it might work for All anxiety subtypes? As the article you posted yesterday was really good. And just pointed to stress leading to depression. So need to zap it. It also your reaction to mino might explain why I felt so good and energetic when on the biaxin 3 months off and on for two years. Think seriously that we can't say all but a lot of folks have hidden infections. But then it ties into inflammation. Somewhere there is a hidden link there. But it's great it's till working and getting better all the time. What's the highest dose you plan on taking? Thanks for taking the time to answer Phillipa
Posted by SLS on September 21, 2012, at 13:54:25
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » SLS, posted by phillipa on September 21, 2012, at 12:20:44
> Not me that's for sure!!!. No headaches? No dizziness? Think it's only goog for bipolar or MDD. Think it might work for All anxiety subtypes? As the article you posted yesterday was really good. And just pointed to stress leading to depression. So need to zap it. It also your reaction to mino might explain why I felt so good and energetic when on the biaxin 3 months off and on for two years. Think seriously that we can't say all but a lot of folks have hidden infections. But then it ties into inflammation. Somewhere there is a hidden link there. But it's great it's till working and getting better all the time. What's the highest dose you plan on taking? Thanks for taking the time to answer Phillipa
I am currently taking 200 mg/day of minocycline. Apparently, that will be as high as I will need to go. Some studies are using 300 mg and 400 mg. For YOU, it might make sense to try taking a drug that is potent at reducing brain inflammation due to prior insults, including Lyme spirochete. Minocycline will do that. It does other things as well that have the potential to produce antidepressant effects, especially when used in combination with a standard antidepressant. You would want to remain on Luvox or crossover to desipramine or Prozac. Actually, I am thinking that a SNRI would be ideal. It depends on your prior experiences with these drugs. You could start minocycline at 25 mg/day by dividing the 50 mg capsules. You might feel a bit flat for the first week, but this quickly converts into an improvement. (I do not think this is a pathogen-driven Herxheimer reaction).You could try prazosin. If you start at 1 mg/day at night and titrate using a t.i.d. dosing schedule to 6 - 12 mg/day, you might find it very helpful for anxiety and depression that are driven by a history of PTSD or childhood neglect. Dizziness, fatigue, and weakness often appear during the first week, but usually dissipate. If there is any residual dizziness, it will probably be mild upon orthostatic challenge.
I have no way of knowing if these suggestions will work for you. All things considered, I would try the minocycline first.
- Scott
Posted by phillipa on September 21, 2012, at 21:03:47
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » phillipa, posted by SLS on September 21, 2012, at 13:54:25
I agree. Guessing will have to dump capsules. Only problem is not taking with calcium/magnesium. Would taking more than 25 even while using supplements negate this response. Makes sense doesn't it if absorption would be less. And since the perioral dermatitis and some eczema is still active. It might help this. Phillipa ps doxycycline no problems with other than sun sensitivity.
Posted by SLS on September 21, 2012, at 23:35:36
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » SLS, posted by phillipa on September 21, 2012, at 21:03:47
Doxycycline doesn't work that well for depression, even though it is a cousin drug to minocycline.
I was on doxycycline for several months along with antidepressants, Abilify, and Lamictal. It didn't help at all. With minocycline, I felt improved within one week.
The only two people I know of who are responding to minocycline are also taking Lamictal and Abilify. One is bipolar and the other is unipolar. We will have to see what other drug combinations work with minocycline.
- Scott
Posted by Raisinb on September 21, 2012, at 23:39:41
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » phillipa, posted by SLS on September 21, 2012, at 11:04:35
It's really something that a common antibiotic can have such miraculous effects. That's awesome. I'm happy for you!
Posted by SLS on September 22, 2012, at 6:31:56
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » SLS, posted by Raisinb on September 21, 2012, at 23:39:41
> It's really something that a common antibiotic can have such miraculous effects. That's awesome. I'm happy for you!
Thanks.
:-)
- Scott
Posted by phillipa on September 22, 2012, at 19:01:23
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » phillipa, posted by SLS on September 21, 2012, at 23:35:36
Scott so I take this as a wait & see don't do yet? Phillipa
Posted by jono_in_adelaide on September 25, 2012, at 0:11:32
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going? » SLS, posted by phillipa on September 21, 2012, at 21:03:47
Phillipa, you can take mineral supplements with tetracyclines, you just need to seperate them by a couple of hours.
Posted by jono_in_adelaide on September 25, 2012, at 0:25:24
In reply to Re: SLS How's the Minocycline Going?, posted by jono_in_adelaide on September 25, 2012, at 0:11:32
And, re your skin condition, I'd realy encourage you to push for a trial of oral doxycycline, you'll just have to be careful in the sun..... I took doxy for months as an antimalarial when i was in Africa and never had a problem with photosensetivity. A macrolide like erythromycin is another option if your derm is totaly against doxy
For the eczema, as well as your steroid creams, remember, too much moisturiser isnt enough! Use a good rich emolient (Eucerin Cream is a good one) twice a day on the areas prone to eczema. Apply the moisturiser, wait an hour or so, then apply your steroid.... and when it improves, keep using the moisturiser to keep the eczema away, they are the cornerstone of treatment!
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