Posted by JohnX2 on May 9, 2002, at 16:04:03
In reply to Re: zyprexa to combat celexa side effects?? » borderliner21, posted by JohnX2 on May 8, 2002, at 21:02:43
> > I love celexa and the ssri's but I don't like the side effects. I get dystonia, restlessness etc. from the dopamine depletion. Can I add something that blocks the 5ht2 receptor...zyprexa or serzone to combat the side effects?
>
> You can do that.
>
> I think your history with Zyprexa didn't turn out well though, right?
> And since zyprexa also blocks dopamine, it is a double-edged sword.
>
> The Serzone may be the better bet.
> Remeron may help too.
>
> Regards,
> JohnThere may be a drug interaction between Serzone and
Celexa (cyp 3a4)..I think. Check with your doctor.John
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