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Posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 9:21:14
In reply to RE:: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on June 18, 2004, at 19:24:31
Hi Mystic - I went to my dr. on Friday. I told him how foggy/tired I am and also about the weight gain. He is switching me to Wellbutrin which is supposed to be more "activating" & should help on both counts.
I'm taking 10mg of Lex every other day then every 3rd day for the next 10 days, while starting the Wellbutrin at about day 7 of this withdrawal period. I'm having some reactions to the lower dose in that I cried and yelled and fought with my husband a bit over the weekend - Yuck!! Like my old self! It makes me remember why I need to be on meds right now - ha!
Anyway, let me know what your doc says. I'm a little nervous about switching meds, but also eager to get rid of the fatigue because it's effecting my job and my safety (so tired when driving!!). I also had blood work done to be sure it's not anything else.
I hope you can find a good solution Mystic, you deserve to start feeling some improvement!!
~ Lynne
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Hey Everyone...Went to the drs yesterday and she is going to check with another dr about maybe switching to something else also..I hate to do that being med phobic and all but the lex just doesnt seem to be helping although it is only a week sunday that I have increased to 17.5 but my memory is horrible and that might go away but feel the weight starting to creep up also...Not sure of what they will do but will be interested to see how it goes.. .My dr is going to call on monday or tuesday and tell me what to do ..for now still taking the lex and hoping some miracle happens and I am fine by then but she was thinking of me going to go see a psychiatrist but with my experience they always want you to be on so many different meds or over medicate ...We will see..Hope you all have a great weekend...Your friend Mystic
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Posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 9:25:46
In reply to RE:::: Anakin, posted by Anakin on June 18, 2004, at 22:45:53
Anakin - I hope you start feeling better soon! The whole situation is a blessing in disguise, you are right . . . wake up call and everything. I'm glad you had a good couple of days. Maybe when things have settled down you can get away somewhere for a long weekend to make up for it!
CANNOT WAIT to see the website of pix!!!!!
~ Lynne
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It was great..for the first two days..we ate like piggies and laid on the beach and enjoyed our pup. THEN there is always a THEN. I thought I was having a panic attack, but it was much different..I really thought it was a heart attack, except my only symptom was stabbing pain underneath my left breast that worsed when breathing deeply, so we jetted early this am and i went to an urgent care, I skipped the emergency room because I am still paying for the last time...It turned out to be in a prelim diagnosis...something called pleurisy (ploorisy??) where your lung wall gets inflammed and makes breathing difficult. It should go away in a few days, as should my smoking habit. It is kind of a wake up call, I guess. I basically feels like a cramp you get when you exercise too fast after eating just in a different place...
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> You know what though? Optimism speaks. If I were is cancun right now feeling like i do, it would be beyond a panic attack...They may have diagnosed my problem differently and who knows then what...
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> Pray this knife in my ribs goes away!!
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> I am going to make a website of my pics from the wedding soon for everyone to see,
Posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 9:42:22
In reply to RE:: Hey Lexy, posted by sexylexy on June 20, 2004, at 13:28:13
Great advice from Lexy, our newly licensed professional - you sound even more confident now :-) What great ideas for us all!!!
Mystic, if I can add one more thought playing off of Lexy's last 2 notes: Don't feel you have to delve into your past until you are ready. The meds are a good base to give you the strength to do it, but if you have not found the right med or med combo maybe you need to wait til your meds are on track ... just a thought!
~ Lynne
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> I hope today finds you feeling better. I won't even pretend I can understand your fear of facing your childhood memories. One thing you can do for yourself is write down the postives and what is going on when you are not feeling anxious. Dwell on those things and try to add on to them. Figure out your anxious thoughts, like many anxious or depressed thoughts begin with "What if" "Will I" and sometimes "Can I". I know when I was depressed it helped me a lot to isolate those thoughts and challange them, "If I go out with my friends will they know that I am a depressed mess?" "Will I start crying in a session with my new client?" I challaged those thoughts with real life experiences such as "Well, last time I went out with my friends, nothing bad happened" or "Last time I saw my client I helpped this person then felt better". Our brains work against us but the reality can help us. Just think, you had a painful childhood but you made it though, you helped your daughter have a safe happy childhood and now Ryan will have the same, all because you were strong enough to break the cycle. You are such a strong and wonderful person Mystic, try to dwell on your amazing strenght and will.
> Love you!!!
> Lexy
> PS. When I told my parents that I passed the test, they went to Louis Vuitton in Vegas so I am awaiting a wonderful package!!!
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Posted by Simus on June 21, 2004, at 10:14:09
In reply to Switching to Wellbtrin » mystic, posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 9:21:14
Lynne,
I switched from Lexapro to Wellbutrin, so let me know if I can help. My doctor had me stop taking Lexapro the day I started Wellbutrin, and I was on 20mg Lex at the time. The worst SE was insomnia (about 3 hours of sleep the first couple of nights), but that was about it. Good luck!
Simus
Posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 10:24:28
In reply to Re: Switching to Wellbtrin » LynneDa, posted by Simus on June 21, 2004, at 10:14:09
Simus,
Thanks for answering! Are you only on Wellbutrin now? What made you change and how are your symptoms on WB? How long have you been on it? My doc cautioned me not to take decongestants or drink a lot of coffee. Did you notice any increase ni blood pressure or even just palpitations? I started all this due to a diagnosis of PMDD (I'm 40 & perimenopausal) combined with some life changes that were increasing my depression and anxiety.I'm expecting the insomnia and am armed with Melatonin! I'm also expecting some agitation/hyperness due to the "activating" effect of WB, and I can usually handle that sort of behavior pretty well. I have a few more days of the 10mg of Lex and by this weekend I can switch. I'm anxious to get started and see how the new med feels.
Thanks again for answering and sorry for so many questions, but this is once again new territory!
~ Lynne
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Lynne,
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> I switched from Lexapro to Wellbutrin, so let me know if I can help. My doctor had me stop taking Lexapro the day I started Wellbutrin, and I was on 20mg Lex at the time. The worst SE was insomnia (about 3 hours of sleep the first couple of nights), but that was about it. Good luck!
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> Simus
Posted by anxious babe on June 21, 2004, at 10:39:35
In reply to RE:: Hey Lexy, posted by sexylexy on June 20, 2004, at 13:28:13
Hey yo-yo's,
How is everyone doing? Lexy I couldn't have said it better myself - you have such a way with words. Louis Vuitton huh - I just bought myself a new one on Saturday. I love the louie's...let me know what you get.
Mystic - how are you my friend? I hear ya about the weight gain, I put on about 5 myself but I wasn't eating that great or working out, so today my goal is to get back on weight watchers and work out at the gym. I hope you had a great day yesterday. Saturday night wasn't great for me, remember I told you that I wasn't feeling too well - well I felt a panic attack coming on in the restaurant...it wasn't a big one but just enough to make me feel like I couldn't wait to get out of there and I couldn't swallow a bit of food. My throat was closed up or something. I hate that. My husband and I finally get out without the kids and then that happens. It's just not fair but maybe I should have stayed home to begin with but I tried to fight it and make myself go out sick and all.
Oh well I am going to the doctor today because I think I need antibiotic. This is just not going away on its own.
Hey Mrs. C, how are you doing? I am sure you are glad that school is over and now you can relax a bit.
Love to all,
anxious babe
Posted by Simus on June 21, 2004, at 11:13:59
In reply to Re: Switching to Wellbtrin » Simus, posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 10:24:28
> Are you only on Wellbutrin now?
150mg Wellbutrin and 1mg Xanax
< What made you change
I couldn't handle the fatigue, mental fogginess, lack of concentration and poor memory from the Lexapro. The worst was the extreme fatigue. Nodding off at the wheel was just not acceptable to me.
> and how are your symptoms on WB?
I still have some insomnia a little short-term memory difficulty, but overall I feel much better.
> How long have you been on it?
I think I switched in February.
>My doc cautioned me not to take decongestants or drink a lot of coffee.
My doctor told me that it not only exaggerates the effects of caffeine, but the caffeine seems to stay in the system longer. A decongestant like Sudafed (because of the pseudoephedrine) could be a problem, but I take Benadryl and Claritin with no problem at all.
>Did you notice any increase ni blood pressure or even just palpitations?
My blood pressure always ran on the low side, so that wasn't a concern for me.
>I started all this due to a diagnosis of PMDD (I'm 40 & perimenopausal) combined with some life changes that were increasing my depression and anxiety.
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> I'm expecting the insomnia and am armed with Melatonin!Oh! I had bad experience with Melatonin, so unless you are familiar with it, don't start it after the Wellbutrin. I take Xanax, which helps some. But benedryl is probably or more help to me (I take 3 to sleep).
> I'm also expecting some agitation/hyperness due to the "activating" effect of WB, and I can usually handle that sort of behavior pretty well.
Again, avoid ANYTHING with a stimulant effect such as coffee, tea, chocolate, etc, especially for the first week.
>I have a few more days of the 10mg of Lex and by this weekend I can switch. I'm anxious to get started and see how the new med feels.
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After the first week or so, I was fine. But the insomnia was pretty bad for about 2-3 days. Then I felt like I had about 1 cup of coffee too much for a few days. But now I am fine.> Thanks again for answering and sorry for so many questions, but this is once again new territory!
> ~ LynneNo problem! I sure help it works for you. Let me know how you are doing.
Simus
Posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 11:31:19
In reply to Re: Switching to Wellbtrin » LynneDa, posted by Simus on June 21, 2004, at 11:13:59
THANK YOU SIMUS! All of this information is very reassuring, I appreciate you sharing with me!!!
~ Lynne
Posted by Mrs. C on June 21, 2004, at 15:38:23
In reply to Switching to Wellbtrin » mystic, posted by LynneDa on June 21, 2004, at 9:21:14
Lynne, we'll be here to support you through this. I'll be thinking of you over the next few weeks. I am sure things will turn out just fine! You'll be feeling great soon. Mrs. c
Posted by Mrs. C on June 21, 2004, at 15:41:50
In reply to RE:: Hey Lexy, posted by anxious babe on June 21, 2004, at 10:39:35
Guys, I want a Louis so bad!! Do you go to New York to get them. They are hard to find around here in Upstate NY. My sister has a guy who is supposed to bring some back from NY and he will be calling me when he gets them in. I love handbags and shoes! It's a curse, Ha. Mrs. C
Posted by sexylexy on June 21, 2004, at 16:27:02
In reply to RE:: Hey Lexy, posted by Mrs. C on June 21, 2004, at 15:41:50
Mrs. C,
I did not know you were from upstate NY. My mom grew up in Oswewigo (sp) up near Sayracuse. I have gone there many of time with she and her sisters so relive the "old days". My parents live in Las Vegas now so of course they have easy access. The first "real" one I got was on Sept. 11th. My parents were out of the country stuck in Korea where my dad was speaking, we were all freaking out so much, my parents ended up stranded for 10 days, my mom was panicing so he gave her a bunch of money and she went and bought me a backpack and wallet. Since then I have found a wonderful store right here in Jackson, Ms that sells really good fake ones (Louis, Chanel, Prada, Coach, Dior ect.) I have been wanting a little LV that has small label and looks like a little bitty suitcase...hard to explain, I hope it comes in the mail soon!!!
Shoes are my other weakness. I LOVE them!!!!!!
Lexy
Posted by trucker on June 21, 2004, at 19:12:50
In reply to RE:: goodnight yo-yo's, posted by bride2be on June 20, 2004, at 20:41:13
i am doing well bride, been going thru tests to see if i can get on disability, it takes time, and been buzzzzzzzzzzy. and exhausted...take care and hope you have a wonderful wedding and rehersal etc...love and best wishes.
trucker
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> well, what do ya know, the one day i am ready to chat up a storm, all the yo-yo's are gone. i miss yall. i hope everyone had a good weekend. 3 more weeks till the wedding. my mom and i are going shopping tommarrow for my outfit for the bridesmaids lunchion and the rehearsal dinner. i am really excited, i hope i find some cute bargains. i hope all is well with you guys.
> mrs c--how is the sweetese woman alive?
> trucker--havent heard from you, are you ok???
> em- how are you girl, i have not seen you on aol in a while????
> anakin-i miss you, i am so sorry to hear about what happened. a big hug is coming your way from the other bride
> mystic----you know your my girl! i cant tell you how much i love you!
> anyone i missed, hello and i hope you have a wonderful week!
> love to all--bride
Posted by trucker on June 21, 2004, at 19:24:23
In reply to RE:: Hey Lexy, posted by sexylexy on June 21, 2004, at 16:27:02
hey more upstate gal!!!! thats greeat!!!
trucker
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> Mrs. C,
> I did not know you were from upstate NY. My mom grew up in Oswewigo (sp) up near Sayracuse. I have gone there many of time with she and her sisters so relive the "old days". My parents live in Las Vegas now so of course they have easy access. The first "real" one I got was on Sept. 11th. My parents were out of the country stuck in Korea where my dad was speaking, we were all freaking out so much, my parents ended up stranded for 10 days, my mom was panicing so he gave her a bunch of money and she went and bought me a backpack and wallet. Since then I have found a wonderful store right here in Jackson, Ms that sells really good fake ones (Louis, Chanel, Prada, Coach, Dior ect.) I have been wanting a little LV that has small label and looks like a little bitty suitcase...hard to explain, I hope it comes in the mail soon!!!
> Shoes are my other weakness. I LOVE them!!!!!!
> Lexy
Posted by Mrs. C on June 21, 2004, at 20:00:35
In reply to RE:: Hey Lexy, posted by sexylexy on June 21, 2004, at 16:27:02
Hey Lexy, I live just west of Rochester NY. Beautiful area of the country and doesn't get enough credit for that. I love it here! Except the shopping sucks. It's very rural and the closest mall is over 30 minutes away. No Louis stores at all anywhere! My sister just got a beautiful Prada purse. It's so gorgeous. I put an order in today for one and a mini Louis to take on my casino trips. Another weakness...slot machines! Great to hear from you, Mrs. C
Posted by mystic on June 23, 2004, at 7:28:13
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
Hey everyone...Hope everyone is good..I'm doing ok..talked to my dr yesterday and she wants me to add nortirptyline..have no idea what it is and the computer doesnt show much info...But not very likely if i have trouble taking one med how would it be to take 2...I'm looking into something my friend at work is into..it is called glyconutrients and it is supposed to be all natural and help tremendously...I have had them for about 1 1/2 months and cant take those either but almost ready to try it along with the lex...there is a book out that is called "Sugars that Heal" by emil mondoa md and mindy kitei...just thought i would share...hope everyone is well and talk to you soon...your friend and yoyo..Mystic
Posted by anxious babe on June 23, 2004, at 10:10:23
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on June 23, 2004, at 7:28:13
Hey yo-yo's...just checking in to see how everyone is doing?
I hope everyone is starting to enjoy the summer and are finding ways to release some stress.
keep posting!!!
anxious babe
Posted by Simus on June 23, 2004, at 10:33:52
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on June 23, 2004, at 7:28:13
Hi there Mystic,
Sorry for my absence. I have been pretty busy lately - the weather has been perfect to get some yard work done, so I haven't written much.
I am sorry you are still struggling, but I am glad you talked to the doctor. I sure hope this new drug is what you need to get back to your normal self. The reason you might not have found any info on the drug on the computer is because the spelling is actually "Nortriptyline". Give that a shot on your search engine. And check it out on Babble search too.
Let us know how you are doing with it, Sweetie. If you are like me, you will sit and stare at the bottle for a few days before getting the courage to try it. But like I tell myself, the drug can't help just sitting in the bottle on my cupboard.
God bless,
Simus
Posted by Simus on June 23, 2004, at 10:40:53
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone » mystic, posted by Simus on June 23, 2004, at 10:33:52
Lynne,
Any word on Sandy lately???
Simus
Posted by LynneDa on June 23, 2004, at 13:59:24
In reply to RE::: Hey everyone, posted by mystic on June 23, 2004, at 7:28:13
Hi Mystic - sounds interesting. I've heard of it but don't know anything about it. I'll bet there's someone on this site that's taken it before though! I really hope you get the courage to try it. I'm not sure what to tell you to help you get over your fear of meds. I guess it's better to be a little fearful than to take everything that comes along! If you are going to try the glyconutrients, don't start them at the same time you try the new med . . . then you won't know which one's working (or not)! Have a good day!
~ Lynne
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Hey everyone...Hope everyone is good..I'm doing ok..talked to my dr yesterday and she wants me to add nortirptyline..have no idea what it is and the computer doesnt show much info...But not very likely if i have trouble taking one med how would it be to take 2...I'm looking into something my friend at work is into..it is called glyconutrients and it is supposed to be all natural and help tremendously...I have had them for about 1 1/2 months and cant take those either but almost ready to try it along with the lex...there is a book out that is called "Sugars that Heal" by emil mondoa md and mindy kitei...just thought i would share...hope everyone is well and talk to you soon...your friend and yoyo..Mystic
Posted by LynneDa on June 23, 2004, at 14:09:35
In reply to LynneDa, posted by Simus on June 23, 2004, at 10:40:53
Hi Simus -
Yes, I'm sorry, I've neglected to post the latest. She's doing well. She stayed in the hospital for a few days last week and came home on Friday, I believe. Her team was able to talk her into a whole regimen of treatments, got her into a day program and gave her a scrip for Seroquel. She was actually not diagnosed with anything - just a stressful period in her life in which her usual coping strategies did not serve her well. The idea is to teach her new strategies. It's a start.Her eviction notice was stayed for another month and she's been able to hook up with a myriad of resources for less pricey housing and other services. She'll be able to stay in the same area, which means her son will be able to stay at the same high school. She actually found out her leave of absence from the nursing program was approved, so she could go back to it next year if she feels strong enough! Her family has been very involved and supportive, even though I know it's been hard for her to let them! I spoke to her Mom and she seemed glad that she had this forum to go to and that she wasn't as alone as her Mom thought she was.
She feels really badly about all she put everyone through who followed her thread. I told her not to give it a thought . . . it's all part of the deal when you participate in an open forum like this. She's very thankful to everyone, especially Dr. Bob. She probably won't post again though.
She sounds good! I'm hoping the best for her!
~ Lynne
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Lynne,
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> Any word on Sandy lately???
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> Simus
Posted by Simus on June 23, 2004, at 15:48:32
In reply to Re: LynneDa » Simus, posted by LynneDa on June 23, 2004, at 14:09:35
Thanks for the update, Lynne. It was good news. Thanks for being a friend.
God bless,
Simus
Posted by sexylexy on June 23, 2004, at 17:24:44
In reply to RE:: Hey Lexy, posted by Mrs. C on June 21, 2004, at 20:00:35
Hey Ya'll
OF course we know that I have really weird reactions to things, bc pill, vitimans, diet drinks ect. I am wondering if it has something to do with my body chemistry... I am thinking of have a Tissue Mineral Anaylsis done, but am not very familiar with what one is and if it is helpful. Any knowledge would be so appreciated
Posted by Anakin on June 24, 2004, at 0:36:13
In reply to Wondering, posted by sexylexy on June 23, 2004, at 17:24:44
i can post a picture, or a link to it is that ok? Am I allowed to show my face? I was just wondering before I do it....
Posted by mystic on June 24, 2004, at 7:32:08
In reply to Redirected Lexaproers, posted by jlynne on March 13, 2004, at 1:31:16
I'm not sure if you can show your face or not...dont see why not..but it is up to you...again you can send it to me on my e-mail address....Mystichyd38@aol.com cant wait to see it....hope you are feeling good..your friend Mystic
Posted by Anakin on June 24, 2004, at 11:14:28
In reply to RE:: Anakin, posted by mystic on June 24, 2004, at 7:32:08
I sent it to you and i sent it to me to make sure it works...on my computer for some reason yu have to copy and paste instead of just clicking the link...that worked for me...hope you likey.
Have a great day! we are all rooting for ya!
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