Posted by SLS on March 13, 2001, at 17:19:59
In reply to treatment resistant depression, posted by sweetmarie on March 7, 2001, at 14:29:45
> I suffer from (severe chronic `double`) depression, which has proved VERY difficult to treat (I`ve had Tricyclics, SSRIs, an MAOI (Nardil), ECT, Maclobomide, Reboxetine, L-Tryptophan, Venlafaxine, and different permutations. I am currently on Nardil, Trimipramine, Lamotragine and Epilim to no effect).
> I`ve been referred to a specialist in `difficult to treat depression`, who plans to put me onto Venlafaxine, Mirtazapine and increase the dose of Lamotragine.
I hope this helps:Your new doctor has chosen a treatment that demonstrates his expertise. You found a good one.
I have a question for you. What side effects does trimipramine cause? My main concern is that it is too sedating. What do you think?
Good luck with your new doctor. It may still take some time, but it sounds like you have a good chance with this person. Patience is required. It is a requirement that I have lots of trouble with, but I know my chances of getting well are much greater if I exercise it. I too am treatment resistant. I'm still looking.
- Scott
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