Posted by jujube on November 3, 2004, at 16:09:39
In reply to Re: Saw pdoc - didn't go as I had hoped - scared » jujube, posted by KaraS on November 3, 2004, at 14:34:27
Kara,
Thanks. My fear is subsiding somewhat, so I will likely get the script filled in the next couple of days. I will see how I react to the 25mg the first night, and if the side effects are too much, I will start with half the dose. So, thanks for that tip about starting slow. My pdoc actually thinks it's funny that I seem so afraid of meds (not in a malicious way of course). He's quite reassuring though. When I express concern, he pulls out the PDR and goes through all the possible side effects with me, etc. So, he is quite patient in that regard.
I know you are still looking for a new med. How is your search going? What happened to the Cymbalta? Did you have a bad reaction to it?
Take care, and best of luck to you.
Tamara
> Tamara,
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> It's probably good to have a bit of fear (or a healthy respect for some of the potential problems) concerning these medications. As long as you don't let it stop you from getting the help that you need. I am the same way. I usually start at 1/2 or even 1/4 of the dosage the doctor tells me to just so I can more gradually ease into it and feel safer with the medication. It takes a bit longer to get to the therapeutic dosage but for me it's the only way I'm able to do it.
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> I hope the Anafranil works well for you. Please keep us posted.
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> Kara
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