Posted by ace on October 22, 2003, at 0:18:13
In reply to SSRIs vs. SNRIs, posted by HeadFogg on October 21, 2003, at 23:49:27
> Can anyone explain why an SNRI might work for someone who received bad results from an SSRI? I know that an SNRI works on norepinephrine as well as seratonin,
The SNRI Reboxetine has no affinity for serotonin receptors.
but what is the big advantage? Does having more adrenaline in your system help with brain function?
Hard to say- depends on the person.
Could an SNRI (such as Remeron) clear up severe mental fog, when an SSRI (such as Zoloft) greatly exacerbated the problem?
Again, depends on the person. But it is plausible. I have actually seen a lot of good reports about Remeron.
> My doctor couldn't really explain what the advantage would be,
No one knows for sure.
except to say that it would make me sleep better somehow.
I believe Remeron will at lower doses. Mental fogginess can be relieved (and caused) through a myriad of medications. Did you get this symptom from Zoloft? How long has it lasted? Were you taking any concomitant meds? Describe the actual sensation of 'fogginess'.
> Thankful for any info,
>
> Foggy
Sorry I can't help more...Ace.
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