Posted by C.M. on July 14, 2000, at 23:24:53
In reply to Re: Ritalin augmentation questions. PLEASE HELP!-LONG » C.M., posted by Ant-Rock on July 14, 2000, at 13:17:59
> CM,
> I know nothing about vivactil. Is it an energising tricyclic? Does it cause cognitive problems? Is it reccomended for unipolar depression with a fatigue component? What is your main reason for taking it?
> Sorry about all the questions, It's just that I don't hear much about it and my pdoc never suggested trying it. Thanks for any info you can provide.
> Sincerely,
> Anthony
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Hi Anthony,Viactil for me would be an energizing Tricylic. Literature indicates Vivactil as lacking in sedative and tranquilizing properties.
Congitive problems? I honestly do not know, but I would anticipate an increase in mental activity to occur.
Literature indicates Vivactil for all types of depression, and suitable for apathetic, withdrawn, depressed patients.
Originally I tried Vivactil for depression and anxiety back in 1995, but my vision blurred too much, so I couldn't take it daily. Since then, I have just used it on certain days(perhaps 2-3 days per month) simply as a stimulater to help me get through the day whenI don't get enough sleep the night before. For me, a plus side to the Vivactil over the Ritalin is that Vivactil seems to create a more positive mood for the day than the Ritalin does.
CM
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