Posted by JahL on October 21, 2001, at 12:19:38
In reply to Experiences with Adrafinil?, posted by adamie on October 21, 2001, at 11:10:10
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> hi. I am currently taking adrafinil 300mg daily at noon. I am also taking Zyprexa. The adrafinil I am on my second day.
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> I only have a 40 pill supply. Can I expect to see a very noticable improvement in my depression in 4 weeks time at only 300mg daily? My depression has been made worse by AD's. I take it such a thing should not happen with Adrafinil since it's a stimulant?
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> Also has anyone here had sucess with this medication or at least improvement in their depression? And how long did it take and at what dosage? Please reply*Alot* of people on this board have tried Adrafinil but, & I could be wrong, I think only JohnL's had genuine success with it. I tried 300mg/day for 6 weeks to no effect. No real side-effects either.
As I understand it, Adrafinil is a slow-acting drug & can take 2-3 months, generally at 600mg or higher, to 'kick in' fully, and that's if it works at all. You might already know, but regular-ish liver tests are recommended.
I've heard Accutane-induced depression is not pleasant. Hope you (& me) find something that helps, soon...
J.
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