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Posted by willyee on January 7, 2006, at 18:44:59
Ive been desperatly trying to get xyrem prescbibed escpeicaly now since im covered for it and this 250 doller medication will cost me FIVE DOLLERS.My doc ALMOST went for it,i brought her tons of info and she kept it,and agreed to try it NEXT.
She then proceeded to her closet and told me she wanted me to try this new sleep medication and hadned me over 30 tabs of Rozerem.
Well although i dident get what i wanted,i have to say so far i like this med,i did horrable on lunesta,terrable,.........but so far a few nights on Rozerem have been really good,it seems to help me sleep,but more importantly im waking up refreshed,i just hope it conintues.
Posted by Sarah T. on January 7, 2006, at 22:11:18
In reply to Rozerem im on it, posted by willyee on January 7, 2006, at 18:44:59
Hi willyee,
That is great news! I've been very interested to know more about Rozerem. I read that it affects melatonin receptors. I would think it would be much better than taking over-the-counter melatonin because with the latter, you never really know what you're getting.
Please keep us informed.
S.
Posted by willyee on January 7, 2006, at 23:31:19
In reply to Re: Rozerem im on it » willyee, posted by Sarah T. on January 7, 2006, at 22:11:18
I believe its much more complex then your average meltonion otc product.
Im just glad i finaly have a prescription sleep option that doesent affect gaba,klonopin in the day is enough.
Posted by fires on January 8, 2006, at 20:27:20
In reply to Rozerem im on it, posted by willyee on January 7, 2006, at 18:44:59
> Ive been desperatly trying to get xyrem prescbibed escpeicaly now since im covered for it and this 250 doller medication will cost me FIVE DOLLERS.My doc ALMOST went for it,i brought her tons of info and she kept it,and agreed to try it NEXT.
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> She then proceeded to her closet and told me she wanted me to try this new sleep medication and hadned me over 30 tabs of Rozerem.
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> Well although i dident get what i wanted,i have to say so far i like this med,i did horrable on lunesta,terrable,.........but so far a few nights on Rozerem have been really good,it seems to help me sleep,but more importantly im waking up refreshed,i just hope it conintues.
Most seem to respond like I do -- it helps me fall asleep faster but doesn't help with early awakening.
Posted by Jakeman on January 8, 2006, at 20:29:19
In reply to Rozerem im on it, posted by willyee on January 7, 2006, at 18:44:59
willyee
That's great that your getting some results from rozerem. I hope you keep us posted on how it's going. I tried to get Xyrem too but because I have mild sleep apnea doctor won't go for it.
Currently taking Lunesta, Klonipin, and amitriptyline.~Jake
Posted by willyee on January 9, 2006, at 12:51:37
In reply to Re: Rozerem im on it » willyee, posted by Jakeman on January 8, 2006, at 20:29:19
Its frustrating cause its not like she simply said no,she just doesent want to cause it seems to MUCH invovled on her end,since it doesent involve simply providing me with s cript she she doesent like it.
I understand her postiio,but again xyrem at its price of 250 dolllers never bothered me,but to know i can now try it for five dollers its hard to swallow knowing it inside and out to be denied it.
Posted by Jakeman on January 9, 2006, at 21:18:22
In reply to Re: Rozerem im on it, posted by willyee on January 9, 2006, at 12:51:37
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> I understand her postiio,but again xyrem at its price of 250 dolllers never bothered me,but to know i can now try it for five dollers its hard to swallow knowing it inside and out to be denied it.Is she a sleep doctor or regular psychiatrist? One thing I like about my doctor is that when he writes a presription it's for 5 months. He says if you have any problems just call us. Some want you to check in every 30 days and pay the fees.
He told me that he has over 100 patients on Xyrem. He's not scared of it like many are. I'm going back for a visit about 3 weeks and will discuss Xyrem again. It may not be a silver bullet but way not give it a chance.~Jake
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