Posted by ben on February 4, 2002, at 14:26:41
In reply to Re: New Celexa...BORING! @ OldSchool, posted by djmmm on February 4, 2002, at 13:53:15
Sounds good; but response rate (72%) is similar to other ADs (including SSRIs). How many drop outs ? What side effects has been reported and in what incidence they occured - no answer.
Okay, no first pass effect, but it needs as long as oral forms to reach a steady state (undependet of galenic form !). Why sould it work faster/better ? It is possible that fewer side effects are reported because of smaller plasma fluctuations.
Are patches against depression in developement by some companies ? Would be glad if you can report some sources.> I can answer your question...everything is based on this study:
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> http://www.news.harvard.edu/gazette/1998/12.10/depression.html
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