Posted by Janelle on May 11, 2003, at 20:24:53
In reply to Seroquel, Zyprexa, Effexor XR, which one?, posted by Angel Girl on May 11, 2003, at 18:25:53
EffexorXR is indeed an a-d, no doubt about that one. Depending on dosage, it can act on serotonin, norepinephrine and/or dopamine. The higher you go, the more receptors it hits.
You are correct that technically (officially) both Zyprexa and Seroquel ARE anti-psychotics. However, I've read somewhere that Zyprexa can help with depression (it has mild action on serotonin). As for Seroquel, I can only repeat what has already been said here - it is great for sleep (I take 100mg/night, then fall asleep and stay asleep). I have NOT heard anything about Seroquel having any action on depression.
Word of warning re Zyprexa: You can gain A LOT and I mean A REEEEEAL LOT of weight on it, like 30 to 40 pounds, and become diabetic.
If I were you I'd ask the pdoc about this - why is he or she suggesting a-p's when you seem to want and need an a-d?
Good luck 2 U.
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