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Posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 5:26:22
I've been on Nardil for 7 weeks now. First two weeks at 45mg. Last 5 weeks at 60mg. I've felt good since starting the 60mg dose. I'm having moderate hypotension here and there, nothing to worry about. I read hypotension usually means Nardil is working. I can feel it working.
My question: Am I likely still in the "euphoric stage" or this the A/D effect? I'm really hoping it's the latter but I'm not sure how to tell.
Anyone?
Posted by SLS on May 17, 2016, at 8:00:23
In reply to Nardil Question, posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 5:26:22
> My question: Am I likely still in the "euphoric stage" or this the A/D effect? I'm really hoping it's the latter but I'm not sure how to tell.
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> Anyone?It is probably the latter.
Q: Exactly how "high" have you been so far? What kinds of thoughts have you had that you might be concerned about? How have you felt, and how have you behaved?
My first experience with therapeutic dosages of Nardil is that the "honeymoon phase" lasted for about 3 weeks.
- Scott
Posted by Lamdage22 on May 17, 2016, at 8:31:09
In reply to Nardil Question, posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 5:26:22
You are right at the verge i think.
Another 2 weeks and i think all you should be left with is the true AD effect.
Posted by Lamdage22 on May 17, 2016, at 8:42:19
In reply to Re: Nardil Question, posted by Lamdage22 on May 17, 2016, at 8:31:09
I think you will be fine speaking mood. Your response to Parnate indicates that. All you have to worry about is that you dont think you are Jesus or stuff like that. No psychosis please.
Posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 13:51:36
In reply to Re: Nardil Question » J Kelly, posted by SLS on May 17, 2016, at 8:00:23
> > My question: Am I likely still in the "euphoric stage" or this the A/D effect? I'm really hoping it's the latter but I'm not sure how to tell.
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> > Anyone?I made a mistake. I took Nardil 45mg for 2 weeks, I've been at 60mg for 3 weeks.
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> It is probably the latter.
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> Q: Exactly how "high" have you been so far?I felt a bit euphoric for about 3 whole days after starting 60mg. After that I've just felt relief from depression and a good mood for parts of the day.
> What kinds of thoughts have you had that you might be concerned about?
None. Only that I worry that this good feeling won't last.
> How have you felt, and how have you behaved?
I've felt relief from constant depression, I'm working part time and exercising.
I still experience an afternoon slump as I always have just not as bad. Mornings I feel the best.
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> My first experience with therapeutic dosages of Nardil is that the "honeymoon phase" lasted for about 3 weeks.
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> - ScottThanks,
Jade
Posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 13:59:16
In reply to Re: Nardil Question, posted by Lamdage22 on May 17, 2016, at 8:42:19
> I think you will be fine speaking mood. Your response to Parnate indicates that. All you have to worry about is that you dont think you are Jesus or stuff like that. No psychosis please.
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>Haha no psychosis here. I sure hope my response to Nardil lasts, I feel so much better :)
Jade
Posted by Lamdage22 on May 17, 2016, at 14:57:23
In reply to Re: Nardil Question » Lamdage22, posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 13:59:16
thats awesome.
Posted by Chris O on May 17, 2016, at 15:54:20
In reply to Re: Nardil Question » SLS, posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 13:51:36
It's funny that for those of us struggling with chronic depression + anxiety that we may view "working part time" and "exercising" as a kind of "high" or "euphoria." Forgive me if I'm projecting, but I understand what you're saying; if I could do those two things regularly with joy, I too, would consider it a kind of "high." Let's hope you keep getting "higher." : )
Chris
Posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 18:14:25
In reply to Re: Nardil Question » J Kelly, posted by Chris O on May 17, 2016, at 15:54:20
> It's funny that for those of us struggling with chronic depression + anxiety that we may view "working part time" and "exercising" as a kind of "high" or "euphoria." Forgive me if I'm projecting, but I understand what you're saying; if I could do those two things regularly with joy, I too, would consider it a kind of "high." Let's hope you keep getting "higher." : )
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> ChrisI took so much for granted my whole life then Bam!! I felt like I got run over by a truck. I always did like working out but that definitely wasn't gonna happen while I was depressed. Now even my job doesn't seem like such a chore.
Not to be a nag or anything but what's stopping you from reaching up onto that shelf and giving Nardil a go? Is it your anxiety? I hope you find something that works for you. Anyway thanks for your support :)
Jade
Posted by Chris O on May 17, 2016, at 19:32:16
In reply to Re: Nardil Question » Chris O, posted by J Kelly on May 17, 2016, at 18:14:25
You're not being a nag at all. Scott certainly encouraged me to do so (try Nardil) a few years back when I was on the boards more discussing it. I guess, yes, it's my anxiety (about "side effects" (short and long-term), another failed trial, becoming "dependent" on my psychiatrist, having a hypotensive crisis, probably mostly the anxiety is that Nardil will harm me in some way, or that I'll waste another year, two whatever where I'm taking it and wondering: 'Is it helping?' and just musing and musing about side effects, withdrawals, blah blah blah). There are other reasons (loss of identity while on meds, confusion about how much of my "disorder" is related to genuine external social issues rather than purely internal brain-biological issues, and just a general distrust of medicine), but I have to sit down, gather my thoughts, and write them in essay form.
Hey, thanks for your support as well. I'll definitely be here posting if my day with Nardil ever arrives.
Chris
Posted by J Kelly on May 18, 2016, at 5:38:22
In reply to Re: Nardil Question » J Kelly, posted by Chris O on May 17, 2016, at 19:32:16
> confusion about how much of my "disorder" is related to genuine external social issues rather than purely internal brain-biological issues
I get this. I really do. But you'll know when the time is right. I came to a place with my depression and anxiety (bedridden) where I just wasn't living. And if this trial fails, I will continue to look for a combo that works. Because I've had a taste of what it feels like to be "normal" and I'm not going back. Proactive will be my middle name from now on!
I'm assuming you're in therapy, if so I hope that's giving you some relief.
Jade :)
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