Posted by Scott L. Schofield on April 4, 2000, at 10:10:55
I recently had a horrendous experience with reboxetine (Edronax, Vestra).
It made my depression MUCH worse, and even put me into a state of suicidality. The only other drug that I have been taking is Lamictal 300mg. I experienced a mild worsening at 4 mg/day of reboxetine that included some anxiety, something that I usually don’t experience. After 7 days, my doctor raised the dosage to 8 mg/day. Within 48 hours, the anxiety increased and I was just about paralyzed with depression, not wanting to move a muscle. I just sat on a couch and stared at the floor. Thoughts of hopelessness and suicide filled my head. After 2 days, this stuff did not get any better, and I decided to discontinue the reboxetine. Within 48 hours of the last dose, I felt better.
Has anyone else experienced a worsening of depression while taking reboxetine?
If so, did this worsening disappear? Did you eventually respond to reboxetine?
I would appreciate any input. Thanks,
- Scott
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