Posted by Ant-Rock on April 4, 2000, at 15:30:17
In reply to Can reboxetine (Edronax) make depression worse?, posted by Scott L. Schofield on April 4, 2000, at 10:10:55
> I recently had a horrendous experience with reboxetine (Edronax, Vestra).
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> It made my depression MUCH worse, and even put me into a state of suicidality. The only other drug that I have been taking is Lamictal 300mg. I experienced a mild worsening at 4 mg/day of reboxetine that included some anxiety, something that I usually don’t experience. After 7 days, my doctor raised the dosage to 8 mg/day. Within 48 hours, the anxiety increased and I was just about paralyzed with depression, not wanting to move a muscle. I just sat on a couch and stared at the floor. Thoughts of hopelessness and suicide filled my head. After 2 days, this stuff did not get any better, and I decided to discontinue the reboxetine. Within 48 hours of the last dose, I felt better.
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> Has anyone else experienced a worsening of depression while taking reboxetine?
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> If so, did this worsening disappear? Did you eventually respond to reboxetine?
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> I would appreciate any input. Thanks,
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> - Scott`Hi Scott,
I truly am sorry to hear about your experience. I certainly can relate to having a horrible adverse reaction to a med., and it really can be tormenting. Myself I did not respond well to Reboxatine, felt a little agitated/irritable, but nothing like you describe.I really had high hopes for this med, but I guess one must move on. I know this doesn't answer your question, but just wanted to let you know you're not alone.
Hang in there Scott,
Anthony
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