Posted by Roslynn on July 8, 2008, at 15:59:00
In reply to Doctor wants me to quit EMSAM after 5 weeks, posted by brooke484 on July 8, 2008, at 13:53:27
> I have had no benefit from this drug. If anything it has made me worse. Do you think I should give it 3 more weeks or rip it off? I read that you have to give a drug 8 weeks, but my doctor seems to think that if I'm feeling worse then it's time to quit.
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> Any suggestions?
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> Thanks so much.
Hi Brooke,I was going to write to you yesterday. Couldn't find the thread we had going.
I've been told EMSAM can take 6-8 weeks-- but that can be a really long time when you're feeling bad! And if it's making you feel WORSE, well, maybe your doctor is right? especially since I remember you said you couldn't exercise or even walk the dog without feeling lightheaded.
If you do decide to go off the EMSAM, make sure you and your doc have a good plan in place for the switchover period.
Hang in there and let us know how you are doing.Best,
Roslynn
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