At my last visit with my psychiatrist we decided that the Effexor (Venlafaxine) isn’t doing anything for me; therefore we decided to start tapering me off it in preparation to go on another medication. We’re not sure yet what that new med will be, but my shrink is thinking of Cymbalta (Duloxetine). I’m not sure what I think of sticking with an SNRI (Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor) – I already know I have a tolerance to SNRI medications, as evidenced by my experiences with Effexor. I’m more of the opinion that we should switch to a TCA (Tricyclic Antidepressant) or an MAOI (Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor). Then again, I’m not a doctor
Effexor (Venlafaxine): 112.5mg in the morning – reducing by 37.5mg each week until discontinued – for Depression
Imovane/Immovane (Rhovane) (Zopiclone): 22.5mg nightly – for Insomnia
Risperidal (Risperidone): 2.5mg nightly – for Tourrette Syndrome
L-Tryptophan: 1000mg nightly – for Insomnia
Dexedrine (Dextroamphetamine) Spansules: 40mg in the morning as needed – for Depression-related symptoms
Chloral Hydrate: 10mL nightly – for Insomnia
Clindoxyl (Clindamycin and Benzoyl Peroxide): apply topically at night – for acne
Delatestryl (Testosterone Enanthate): 60mg intramuscular once weekly (Friday) – for low testosterone
Erythromycin: 333mg in the morning and at dinnertime – for acne
Losec (Omeprazole): 20mg in the morning (before eating) – for acid reflux
Melatonin: 3mg nightly – for Insomnia
Multivitamin: 1 in the morning – for overall health
Salmon Oil: 1000mg in the morning, at dinnertime and at night – for high cholesterol
Vitamin C: 500mg in the morning – for overall health
Calcium + Vitamin D: 500mg Calcium and 125IU Vitamin D in the morning and at night – for bone health
