I abruptly stopped Risperidone, Effexor XR, and Epival all at once and now I'm feeling like garbage. Is there anything I can do to mitigate the feeling like arse?
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posted by kanata
on Oct 20, 2011 -
23 answers
I am a PhD student 6 weeks from my oral exam. I am also an avid runner. I've just been prescribed beta blockers for recurring migraine - will I screw up both/neither of the above if I take them?
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posted by lxs
on Sep 12, 2011 -
13 answers
Please help me figure out when to take my daily dose of Synthroid. I know it shouldn't be this hard, but none of the options I come up with are working.
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posted by stellaluna
on Sep 12, 2011 -
22 answers
Am I depressed because I hate my job? or do I hate my job because I'm depressed? Quitting is a bad idea, right? What about going to a psychiatric hospital? (warning: long)
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posted by sarahj
on Sep 1, 2011 -
29 answers
I have bipolar disorder. I live in Ontario, Canada. I'm not sick enough for disability and not well enough to keep a job. What should I do?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 28, 2011 -
6 answers
I have a family history of mental illness. I've been in therapy for four years without incident, but lately my anxiety and sadness seem out of control. What do I do now?
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posted by anotheraccount
on Aug 15, 2011 -
27 answers
I'm taking a medication that slows down my metabolism whilst ramping up my hunger. What are some foods I can eat to lessen potential weight gain?
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posted by mippy
on Aug 12, 2011 -
28 answers
I was prescribed Strattera for my adult ADHD, but after reading up on this drug I'm not so sure I want to take it. I'm looking for any Strattera experiences you may have, as well as general advice on the whole tweaking psych meds thing.
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posted by indognito
on Jul 28, 2011 -
15 answers
I suffer from severe anxiety and PTSD stemming from an abusive childhood. I have frequent panic attacks, flashbacks, and bouts of derealization that are terrifying to me. I'm going to see a psychiatrist soon, and I'd like to know what to expect. Help?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 30, 2011 -
10 answers
What is the best way to resume treatment of Adult ADD, after an extended break due to my own flakiness?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 28, 2011 -
5 answers
MentalhealthFilter: dealing with the trial and error of meds, wondering if it's just me or if it's really a brain issue.
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 18, 2011 -
11 answers
Should I just accept that I need to be on SSRIs? Are there other meds that would help me more effectively?
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posted by whalebreath
on Jun 3, 2011 -
35 answers
You are not my doctor, but I'm writing in the hope that someone has had a similar experience and might be able to help me see my way through this difficult situation. I've had a month of extremely strange experiences with psychoactive drugs, and I'm wondering if someone might reassure me that this situation is reversible. (Warning: long, messy situation ahead.)
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posted by anonymous
on May 31, 2011 -
12 answers
Please help me ease my anxiety about taking anti-anxiety medication. (This is not about fear of dependence, this is about fear of altering my mental state; a little long.)
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posted by anonymous
on May 20, 2011 -
16 answers
My dog was diagnosed with heart worms this weekend even though he has been on preventative! Can anyone offer any words of wisdom on successfully dealing with the treatment course, and where to go after?!
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posted by Quincy
on May 16, 2011 -
3 answers
I'm considering asking a psychiatrist for a prescription for benzodiazepmes (Xanax, valium, etc.) to deal with acute anxiety episodes, but I am (surprise!) a little anxious about it.
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posted by anonymous
on May 10, 2011 -
18 answers
My friend's bipolar kid is going to be out of medication tomorrow, and no doctor is in sight. We're wondering what we can do.
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posted by suburbanbeatnik
on May 2, 2011 -
29 answers
I suspect I have Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Avoidant Personality Disorder. My current psychiatrist is only treating me for Social Anxiety/selective mutism. During our first session he did not focus on what I consider to be the disorders causing me to remain homebound and avoidant of people.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 25, 2011 -
13 answers
I wanted to give someone a link to a paper comparing the efficacy of CBT versus other methods for treating depression, but I can't find it in my bookmarks. Could someone follow up with links/a link comparing the efficacies of treatments for depression?
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posted by bleary
on Mar 20, 2011 -
6 answers
Is there a online pharmacy in the USA that will ship prescription medications to Canada?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 10, 2011 -
1 answer
What information is listed on a Kaiser Permanente medical bill sent to the plan holder when the fees were for a dependent?
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posted by ribboncake
on Jan 26, 2011 -
3 answers
I have been thinking about treating the ADHD I thought I was diagnosed with 5 years ago with medication.
Two Parts: What do the scores on
this ADHD assessment mean?
And, does anyone know a thorough neuro-psychologist or psychologist in SF that you would recommend to help me on this journey?
posted by elationfoundation
on Dec 29, 2010 -
1 answer
How does someone know if a stimulant medication (adderall) is helping them the way it was intended to for ADD, or if they are searching for a reason to continue a substance that makes them feel good (aka addictive behaviors)?
Where is the line between a "need for functioning" and "it makes me feel better therefore I function better"?
Don't most people function better on a stimulant?
(also some ethical questions inside about working in the mental health industry...)
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 3, 2010 -
30 answers
My best buddy, an Australian Cattle Dog named "Willie Nelson" has Cushing's Disease , and will require medication for the remainder of his life (he's 14). The prescription is for Vetoryl (trilostane 60mg), and through my Vet it's $100, but he said he would be happy to write a Rx for an online provider. I see prices as low as $67, but I want to make sure Willie is getting just what the Dr. ordered. Which online provider do you use? which ones do you avoid ?
posted by lobstah
on Dec 2, 2010 -
11 answers
Is there some (legal?) reason why I can't seem to find individually-packaged OTC medications in Canada (eg. acetaminophen, ibuprofen, aspirin...)? What are some alternative ways to package small amounts of meds for a backpacking first aid kit?
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posted by Diplodocus
on Nov 5, 2010 -
14 answers
Stolen prescription meds (I assume). Drugstore manager is unconcerned, or he's in on it. What should I do?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 29, 2010 -
14 answers
My husband is on a new psychiatric medication and he is now convinced that he was abused as a child. I am not sure... and it is tearing us apart right now.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 26, 2010 -
27 answers
Heart arrhythmia and adderall. You are not my doctor, but I was hoping for some anecdotal experiences or help.
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 20, 2010 -
9 answers
I'm prescribed 30mg of Adderall XR for my adhd. I was diagnosed and prescribed it from the psychiatrist that my job's health insurance uses. He says he can only prescribe it to me one prescription at a time.
My high co-pays are adding up and its becoming costly to have to go every time. My doc tries to help by giving me two scripts at a time (one with the correct date and one a month out) but I'm still shelling out a lot six times a year to get my prescribed medication.
I completely understand that Adderall is abused in the US and there needs to be controls on how its dispensed. I wouldn't mind going every six months so he can check up on me and monitor my use of it. Usually our appointments are 15 min chats about my mood and any side effects I may be experiencing. I'm no MD but that hardly seems worth an in office visit.
Has anyone else dealt with this issue? Is there a way around this?
posted by my_thai
on Oct 20, 2010 -
21 answers
Looking for a digital medication reminder with text for my 72 y/o father-in-law that is not an iPhone app. Dream product described inside.
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posted by thinkingwoman
on Jul 20, 2010 -
10 answers
Cat owners share your wisdom please! Anybody tried homeopathic remedies (i.e., Composure Cat Chews) for managing anxious behaviors?
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posted by gilsonal
on Jul 14, 2010 -
21 answers
Can you recommend ADHD specialist psychiatrists in New York that are
not at the Hallowell Center?
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posted by ocherdraco
on Jun 14, 2010 -
2 answers
TMI medical filter! I need help with migraine meds, nausea and constipation. Complicating factor: crappy insurance
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posted by queseyo
on Jun 10, 2010 -
19 answers
I would like to try ADD medication. I'm in the National Guard. What ramifications would this have for my Guard career?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 16, 2010 -
11 answers
