Posted by mike99 on January 9, 2006, at 10:54:55
In reply to Re: Cardiovascular Stimulation-Strattera vs Stimul, posted by vbAgent on January 8, 2006, at 18:30:40
> >> "...and the ER doc said not to take any more stimulants (not that I needed him to tell me that). The EKG read "incomplete right bundle branch block"...which scared me to death but he and at least 2 other cardiologists said my EKG was of no concern and just to stay away from the stims."
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> hello again, I'm also 28, and I have a mild case of hypertension, insomnia and ADHD - all which I take medication for. Thankfully, my BP is under control. The rest is variable...
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> Anyhow, I definitely relate to your frustration! Do NOT give up hope. Many people who are ADHD also have anxiety, depression &/or insomnia mixed in that complicates the clinical picture. Treating one problem can tip the scale by aggravating a preexisting problem. Like I said in an unrelated post, your health care becomes a trial and error chemistry experiment.
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> You are on the right track by being careful and following the advice of the ER docs.
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> p.s. Have you heard of Focalin? If not, look it up at http://www.drugs.com/
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> You always have the option of taking a low dose stimulant w/ a beta blocker. The decision is yours to make and there's certainly no rush.
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> Peace...
Thanks again for the encouragement and info...And yes, I'm familiar with Focalin, although I've never tried it. I too have insomnia and can definitely relate to your "trial and error chemistry experiment" point.I'm still unsure of what I want to do at this point... I guess I always have the option of doing nothing, but I will take my time to think it over. Thanks again...peace
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