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Hi- I’m fairly new to this whole thing.  I’ve been on the Flovent 2 puffs in morning and evening and I’m doing much better but I’ve only been on it sice March 29th and I’m noticing that my hair is starting to fall out.  Not in big gobs but like when I’m in the shower I notice it and when I blow dry my hair and I’m brushing it I get quite more in the brush.  Kind of like after you have a baby and your hair starts shedding.  Is this a flovent side effect?  Maybe the beconase?  It’s not too bad yet- but it’s kind of annoying- hopefully I won’t go bald.  Yikes!!!  Has anyone heard of this? If not- I guess I should check into seeing if my thyroid is all ok or something.  Colleen

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Daniel Hicks… Well- I did read the info packets and saw nothing about the hair issue. Even spoke to the pharmacist and they haden’t heard of it either.  That’s why I thought I’d throw the question out to see if there might be ANYONE out there in cyberland that might have experienced the same thing.  I’m figuring that it is just some hormonal thing or thyroid or something like that.  The only reason I’m even suspecting the medication is that it’s new and so is the medicine which makes me suspicious.  I like your hypochondriac line.  I agree,  It’s great to be a well informed hypochondriac.  :)  Colleen

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Hi- I’m fairly new to this whole thing.  I’ve been on the Flovent 2 puffs in morning and evening and I’m doing much better but I’ve only been on it sice March 29th and I’m noticing that my hair is starting to fall out.  Not in big gobs but like when I’m in the shower I notice it and when I blow dry my hair and I’m brushing it I get quite more in the brush.  Kind of like after you have a baby and your hair starts shedding.  Is this a flovent side effect?  Maybe the beconase?  It’s not too bad yet- but it’s kind of annoying- hopefully I won’t go bald.  Yikes!!!  Has anyone heard of this? If not- I guess I should check into seeing if my thyroid is all ok or something.  Colleen

One thing you should do is read the literature that comes with your medication.  Most inhalers come with a fairly detailed data sheet that includes a list of the observed side-effects and their frequencies.  I don’t know if shedding hair is one of the observed side-effects of Flovent, but likely if it is it is mentioned on that data sheet. By reading these data sheets you can anticipate problems and head them off.  Of course, if you tend to be a hypochondriac then it could put all sorts of new ideas in your head, but at least you’ll be a well-informed hypochondriac.

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I have been losing hair and just thought it was part of aging.  Since this post I believe that my hair loss started around the time I started on Flovent. Just a thought but maybe it’s revelant.

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I have been losing hair and just thought it was part of aging.  Since this post I believe that my hair loss started around the time I started on Flovent.

Hiya – Have you also been taking prednisone or other steroids since taking Flovent, or have you ONLY been taking flovent??  I am experiencing hair loss, but I have also been steroid dependent for 3 years.  From what I understand, even if you intermittently take steroids over time it can cause hair loss. If you havent been taking steroids at all, Im very surprised to hear that it could be caused by the Flovent.  I thought taking meds through inhalers minimized the side effects for the most part.  I would check with your doctor or the company. Life is uncertain – eat dessert first. Nancy 8=: )

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Thanks everyone- I happened to be at my regular doctor’s today for my daughter and asked him about it and he said that it’s likely that 2 puffs in morn and night might be too much for me and he said to see if I can drop it to one each morn and night.  He says that often times if you have too much of a medication it will cause this.  He says if it doesn’t work he wants to do some test’s.  I forgot to mention I’m using beconase too so maybe the two together are overkill since they both have steroids.  In response to Nancy’s question. "I only did the prednisone tablets for a week after my anaphylactic reaction on the 17th but I know the stuff does build up in your system.  Maybe it’s just a combination of everything.  I guess I can live with it as long as I can breath and I don’t go bald.  :)

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I had no idea that prednisone could cause hair loss.  I was recently on 12 days of prednisone and noticed that I was losing hair in the shower and the hair on my arms sort of went away.  So this must have been from the prednisone!   I also didn’t know that prednisone can make you sun sensitive. I was out in the sun for 3 hours several days after stopping the prednisone and really, really got fried.  I am still peeling.  How long do these side effects last??? Patrice – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have been losing hair and just thought it was part of aging.  Since this post I believe that my hair loss started around the time I started on Flovent. Hiya – Have you also been taking prednisone or other steroids since taking Flovent, or have you ONLY been taking flovent??  I am experiencing hair loss, but I have also been steroid dependent for 3 years.  From what I understand, even if you intermittently take steroids over time it can cause hair loss. If you havent been taking steroids at all, Im very surprised to hear that it could be caused by the Flovent.  I thought taking meds through inhalers minimized the side effects for the most part.  I would check with your doctor or the company. Life is uncertain – eat dessert first. Nancy 8=: )

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Patrice I don’t know how long it last’s I’ve just heard that it builds up in your system over a period of time and it can cause immune problems.  I’ve never been on prednisone until they made me take it for the anaphylactic reaction. Do other steroids like the inhalers, nasal sprays cause sun sensitivity or just prednisone?  This is all so new to me I hope I get it figured out before the sun comes out. Colleen

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Perhaps you are anxious and stressed out over the asthma.  I lost 10 lbs when I was diagnosed because of stress. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi- I’m fairly new to this whole thing.  I’ve been on the Flovent 2 puffs in morning and evening and I’m doing much better but I’ve only been on it sice March 29th and I’m noticing that my hair is starting to fall out.  Not in big gobs but like when I’m in the shower I notice it and when I blow dry my hair and I’m brushing it I get quite more in the brush.  Kind of like after you have a baby and your hair starts shedding.  Is this a flovent side effect?  Maybe the beconase?  It’s not too bad yet- but it’s kind of annoying- hopefully I won’t go bald.  Yikes!!!  Has anyone heard of this? If not- I guess I should check into seeing if my thyroid is all ok or something.  Colleen

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No way!  ME- Stressed?  How could that possibly be????  I have 3 kids 4 and under, a yard full of weeds and I can’t eat chocolate or anything else good anymore.  Do you really think that could be considered stressful????  :)  Ha ha-  Of course I’m stressed-   I don’t know of anyone who isnt these days. At least I can exercise now without coughing- which should help in that dept.  :)  Oh- I’ve got it….. Here’s a theory…  No chocolate?  No peanuts?  Hair loss!   Bingo… All those people on rogaine should eat Reeses peanut butter cups instead. Colleen

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Hi Colleen, I have been on Flovent and Nasacort (inhaler and spray) for over 1 1/2 years and haven’t experienced the sun sensitivity.  I am a sun bunny so would like this to GO AWAY any time now.  I was planning on hitting the coast this weekend, but can’t due to the peeling and lots of new pink skin there! Patrice – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Patrice I don’t know how long it last’s I’ve just heard that it builds up in your system over a period of time and it can cause immune problems.  I’ve never been on prednisone until they made me take it for the anaphylactic reaction. Do other steroids like the inhalers, nasal sprays cause sun sensitivity or just prednisone?  This is all so new to me I hope I get it figured out before the sun comes out. Colleen

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I happened to be at my regular doctor’s today for my daughter and asked him about it and he said that it’s likely that 2 puffs in morn and night might be too much for me and he said to see if I can drop it to one each morn and night.  He says that often times if you have too much of a medication it will cause this.  He says if it doesn’t work he wants to do some test’s.  I forgot to mention I’m using beconase too so maybe the two together are overkill since they both have steroids.

Are you using an AeroChamber spacer with your Flovent MDI, rinsing and spitting out after inhaling? This can reduce side effects by a factor of 2 or more. Steroids should always be used in the minimum dose to control the problem. Inhaled steroids are typically 10% of less or oral steroids, since inhaled go directly to the lungs. Flovent comes in 3 strengths; 44, 110, & 220 mcg/puff. It’s true there is an additive effect to steroid side effects from oral inhalers [Flovent] and nasal spray [Beconase]. You might try Nasalcrom nasal spray, now OTC, to reduce or eliminate the Beconase. Nasalcrom [cromolyn] is very safe.   In response to Nancy’s question. "I only did the prednisone tablets for a week after my anaphylactic reaction on the 17th but I know the stuff does build up in your system.  Maybe it’s just a combination of everything.  I guess I can live with it as long as I can breath and I don’t go bald.  :)

Steroids are metablized within your system within hours but side effects can build up with long term use. Steroids are immunosuppressants, which can allow other diseases to flourish. I didn’t see hair loss specifically listed as a side effect of prednisone but there are lots of other side effects. PI on prednisone at http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/pred.htm prednisone Excerpts: "Adverse Reactions: Fluid and Electrolyte Disturbances: Sodium retention; Fluid  retention; Congestive heart failure in susceptible patients;  Potassium loss; Hypokalemic alkalosis; Hypertension Musculoskeletal: Muscle weakness; Steroid myopathy; Loss of  muscle mass; Osteoporosis; Tendon rupture, particularly of  the Achilles tendon; Vertebral compression fractures;  Aseptic necrosis of femoral and humeral heads;  Pathologic fracture of long bones Dermatologic: Impaired wound healing; Thin fragile skin;  Petechiae and ecchymoses; Facial erythema; Increased  sweating; May suppress reactions to skin tests" I doubt a low or medium dose of inhaled steroid would cause hair loss. If in doubt about Flovent, switch to Pulmicort, another excellent high strength inhaled steroid. [I use Pulmicort.] Ellis

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Thanks Ellis.  I do use an aero chamber and rince my mouth out every time. I think you’re right about the beconase.  I would rather try cutting down on the beconase or trying something different than cutting down on the Flovent since it has made such a dramatic difference in my coughing episodes.  I can deal with the itchyness of allergies but the coughing really sucks the energy from me.  Colleen Oh- and thanks for the link too.

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Thanks Patrice.  At least I don’t have to worry about getting sunburned.  I don’t really know why I’m so worried- I mean- Seattle isn’t the place to really get a tan.  ;)

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Hey There, I’ve been on Flovent 220 4 puffs twice a day for over two years now. I have had to take two fairly long courses of Pred 60mg for six weeks or more and then taper. I am a 48 year old man with that ole male pattern balding problem hair falling out since I was twenty. But with the steroids my hair is thicker and now I’m going much more body hair (back and chest) My beard is even going faster. I joked with my Doc last visit who needs Rogaine I got Flovent. So go figure I guess we are all a little in the way these meds effect us. God Bless, Norm

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Hey There, I’ve been on Flovent 220 4 puffs twice a day for over two years now. I have had to take two fairly long courses of Pred 60mg for six weeks or more and then taper. I am a 48 year old man with that ole male pattern balding problem hair falling out since I was twenty. But with the steroids my hair is thicker and now I’m going much more body hair (back and chest) My beard is even going faster. I joked with my Doc last visit who needs Rogaine I got Flovent. So go figure I guess we are all a little in the way these meds effect us.

Abnormal hair growth is more likely attributed to Prednisone. Sheldon On a recent Night Court rerun, Judge Harry Stone had a wonderful line: "I try to keep an open mind, but not so open that my brains fall out."

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My 2 yr old has developed a rash on his face and eye lids. HAs anyone heard of Pulmicort doing that. Ron

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My 2 yr old has developed a rash on his face and eye lids. HAs anyone heard of Pulmicort doing that. Ron

Its possible. Be sure to wash his face after face mask is removed. (I assume you use a face mask, whether using the Turbuhaler with AeroChamber & facemask, or the nebulizer with face mask). Here’s a link on the Pulmicort Turbuhaler: http://www.rxmed.com/monographs/pulmico2.html Excerpt Adverse Effects: No major side effects attributable to the use of budesonide, in all dosage forms, have been reported. During clinical trials, the frequency of subjectively reported side effects was low. The most common side effects were cough, throat irritation, and  hoarseness (2 to 4%). Bad taste, headache, nausea and dryness of the  throat were reported less frequently. Other side effects reported on  occasion during budesonide treatment were tiredness, thirst and  diarrhea. Skin reactions (urticaria, rash, dermatitis,  etc.) may, in rare cases, occur in association with local  corticosteroid therapy." Here is a link for the nebulized version (not available in US): http://www.rxmed.com/monographs/pulmico.html Excerpt: "Adverse Effects: During clinical trials, the most common side effects were  cough, throat irritation and hoarseness (2 to 4%). Bad taste, headache,  nausea and dryness of the throat were reported less frequently. Other side  effects reported on occasion during budesonide treatment were tiredness, thirst and diarrhea.  Facial skin irritation has occurred in a few cases when a nebulizer with a  face mask has been used. To prevent irritation, the facial skin should be  washed after use of the face mask. Skin reactions (urticaria, rash,  dermatitis, etc.) may, in rare cases, occur in association with local  corticosteroid therapy." Ellis

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My 2 yr old has developed a rash on his face and eye lids. HAs anyone heard of Pulmicort doing that. Its possible. Be sure to wash his face after face mask is removed. (I assume you use a face mask, whether using the Turbuhaler with AeroChamber & facemask, or the nebulizer with face mask).

It is not possible to use a Turbuhaler with an Aerochamber/mask. However, there is an MDI version of Pulmicort, which can be used with an aerochamber.  There is also, as you say, the nebulizer version. The original poster may also want to investigate to see if something has changed in their child’s environment [e.g. new foods] to see if perhaps that is the cause of the rash. SW. THIS IS IN NO WAY PROFESSIONAL ADVICE.   Starwind UNSOLICITED COMMERCIAL EMAIL IS NOT WELCOME AT THIS ADDRESS OR VARIATIONS OF IT.

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My 2 yr old has developed a rash on his face and eye lids. HAs anyone heard of Pulmicort doing that. Its possible. Be sure to wash his face after face mask is removed. (I assume you use a face mask, whether using the Turbuhaler with AeroChamber & facemask, or the nebulizer with face mask). It is not possible to use a Turbuhaler with an Aerochamber/mask. However, there is an MDI version of Pulmicort, which can be used with an aerochamber.  There is also, as you say, the nebulizer version.

Whoops, I forgot you can’t use an AeroChamber with a DPI. The original poster did email me; said his son doesn’t use a mask, just breathes thru the tube; so I don’t know if he was using the Turbuhaler version, the MDI version, or the nebulizer version. I told him any such effects would be dose-dependent; perhaps he could reduce the Pulmicort dose and use some steroid-sparing meds, like Intal, Tilade, TheoDur, Proventil tabs. Food allergies (eczema) are certainly a possibility. Ellis – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – The original poster may also want to investigate to see if something has changed in their child’s environment [e.g. new foods] to see if perhaps that is the cause of the rash. SW.

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Many thanks for the info!  Will check that website right away!

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Does anyone know if this publisher runs early or late on publication dates and what sort of revisions were made?  I am torn between getting what is available now and waiting for the revised edition.

Publication date for books are about as reliable as release dates for computer software.  For both books and software I have taken the attitude: "I’ll believe it when I see it on the shelf."

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When I went to my local bookstore to buy The Asthma Sourcebook (right title?) which I have often seen highly praised in this group, I was told a revised edition is due out in November of 1998–about 4 months down the road.   Does anyone know if this publisher runs early or late on publication dates and what sort of revisions were made?  I am torn between getting what is available now and waiting for the revised edition.

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When I went to my local bookstore to buy The Asthma Sourcebook (right title?) which I have often seen highly praised in this group, I was told a revised edition is due out in November of 1998–about 4 months down the road. Does anyone know if this publisher runs early or late on publication dates and what sort of revisions were made?  I am torn between getting what is available now and waiting for the revised edition.

The author of ‘The Asthma Sourcebook’, Francis Adams, MD, has a web site. His email address is there. You could try emailing him with that question. Let us know what he says. http://home.earthlink.net/~francisva/news.html The Asthma Sourcebook News The existing book is copyright ‘96 and seems consistent with the ‘97 Expert Panel Report 2 in most respects. I doubt the updates would be substantial–lists of new drugs released like Pulmicort and Singulair. But you can pick up some of this info from his website. Cost of existing book is only $16 (less than a canister of Ventolin) and some stores discount, like amazon.com His web site has a link that takes you to amazon.com Ellis

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LEASE STOP NAGGING ALL THE TIME, IT’S GETTING ON MY NERVES! : hilip (indeed, it’s that time of the month again bloating, water retention and boobs that feel like they are being twisted in a vise. Probably breaking out with a few pimples as well? ) Jackie ~*~Would you respect my mind more if it bounced gently when I walked?~*~ — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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((((((((((((Tony))))))))))))) Don’t be sorry for being absent.  (I know I do the same thing…so slap me) I hope you feel better…because that is what’s most important (I can give advice, but can’t take it…so slap me again)  :-) Hang in there, hun…and I hope you’re feeling ALL better soon. Hugs, Gigglz

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LEASE STOP NAGGING ALL THE TIME, IT’S GETTING ON MY NERVES! : hilip (indeed, it’s that time of the month again bloating, water retention and boobs that feel like they are being twisted in a vise. Probably breaking out with a few pimples as well? )

LOL! So glad to meet someone who *understands*… P. Jackie ~*~Would you respect my mind more if it bounced gently when I walked?~*~ — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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PLEASE STOP NAGGING ALL THE TIME, IT’S GETTING ON MY NERVES!

Yes, dear. I understand. Right. Ah-huh. Sorry. Would it help if I whipped myself?  Or jumped off the roof onto my head? What?   OK, I’ll just keep my mouth shut. Chip   ~holding both hands over BIG mouth~ — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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PLEASE STOP NAGGING ALL THE TIME, IT’S GETTING ON MY NERVES! Yes, dear. I understand. Right. Ah-huh. Sorry. Would it help if I whipped myself?  Or jumped off the roof onto my head?

We won’t know until you try P(MS) — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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(((Tony))) Hope you figure out what is happening and feel better soon. Take care, Liz

*I feel like I’m finally making progress against this sinus *infection but today my anxiety has been rising. * * *a) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling withdrawal. *b) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling "inflamed". *c) Getting better finally and getting my energy back. *d) Getting better and now realizing that my Effexor dose *    is too high. * *I’ll let you know how I feel in the morning. * *Sorry for being absent today. * *Tony * *– *The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm * — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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PLEASE STOP NAGGING ALL THE TIME, IT’S GETTING ON MY NERVES! Yes, dear. I understand. Right. Ah-huh. Sorry. Would it help if I whipped myself?  Or jumped off the roof onto my head? We won’t know until you try P(MS)

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Philip, Chocolate…run for chocolate…lol! smiles, Elise

Oh dear, I *love* chocolate, it’s the single best thing ever invented. Unfortunately I have to *lose* weight, not gain any…. P. – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Sorry you are feeling anxious and irritable today. Are you sure you aren`t PMS`ing? I think all the men on ASAP-M have PMS along with the women. It’s very contagious! Chip  :^) PLEASE STOP NAGGING ALL THE TIME, IT’S GETTING ON MY NERVES! Philip (indeed, it’s that time of the month again — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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I feel like I’m finally making progress against this sinus infection but today my anxiety has been rising. a) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling withdrawal. b) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling "inflamed". c) Getting better finally and getting my energy back. d) Getting better and now realizing that my Effexor dose     is too high. I’ll let you know how I feel in the morning. Sorry for being absent today. Tony — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Hi, Tony, Good to hear your sinus problem is starting to get better but the rising anxiety doesn’t sound good.   have no idea of why your anxiety is rising but hope it dissipates and you are feeling lots better today. Please let us know how you are doing today… smiles, Elise

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I go for C Hope you feel better tomorrow ! Your friend Anna — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Hope you soon feel better, Tony!! MikeH

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I slept on the question and now I know that I’m still sick.  The Medrol had me feeling pretty good while I was on the high dose but now I need to take ibuprofen to relax my nervous system. I need a vacation from this sickness I’m going bananas!!! Your friend, Tony — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Hi, Tony, Good to hear your sinus problem is starting to get better but the rising anxiety doesn’t sound good.   have no idea of why your anxiety is rising but hope it dissipates and you are feeling lots better today. Please let us know how you are doing today… smiles, Elise

I’m still sick and my nervous system feels sick. I am coming out of the brain fog and maybe that is making me more aware of how sick my body feels. I took some ibuprofen last night and that helped.  I’ll do it again this morning. Thanks, Tony — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Sorry you are feeling anxious and irritable today. Are you sure you aren`t PMS`ing? I think all the men on ASAP-M have PMS along with the women. It’s very contagious! Chip  :^)

PLEASE STOP NAGGING ALL THE TIME, IT’S GETTING ON MY NERVES! Philip (indeed, it’s that time of the month again — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Philip, Chocolate…run for chocolate…lol! smiles, Elise

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:I think all the men on ASAP-M have PMS I`m glad you said that and not me :along with the women. I NEVER, EVER, have PMS.  <HISS ~~~ :It’s very contagious! I know, we catch everything from you guys<g! Jackie ~*~Would you respect my mind more if it bounced gently when I walked?~*~ — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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I know, we catch everything from you guys<g!

Ha ha!  <clap clap clap   ER, I mean:  <applause xo Anne — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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: :a) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling withdrawal. :b) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling "inflamed". :c) Getting better finally and getting my energy back. :d) Getting better and now realizing that my Effexor dose :    is too high. Sorry you are feeling anxious and irritable today. Are you sure you aren`t PMS`ing? It`s probably a combination of the above that is reeking havoc with you. Rest assured that this is just a temporary feeling. I suggest you lay on the couch all day and pig out on chocolate. That always makes me feel better :I’ll let you know how I feel in the morning. : :Sorry for being absent today. I hope you feel better soon. Don`t worry about being absent, it`s more important to take care of "you". {{{{{Tony}}}}} Jackie ~*~Would you respect my mind more if it bounced gently when I walked?~*~ — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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glad your sinus infection better hopefully it just a small adjustment till you feel better all around Jim

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Sorry you are feeling anxious and irritable today. Are you sure you aren`t PMS`ing?

I think all the men on ASAP-M have PMS along with the women. It’s very contagious! Chip  :^) — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I feel like I’m finally making progress against this sinus infection but today my anxiety has been rising. a) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling withdrawal. b) Tapering off the Medrol and feeling "inflamed". c) Getting better finally and getting my energy back. d) Getting better and now realizing that my Effexor dose     is too high. I’ll let you know how I feel in the morning. Sorry for being absent today. Tony

So Tony, how are you feeling today?  I have it today.  Pretty bad too.  The nervous jitters and all.  I hope you are feeling better. BTW, the weather is gorgeous here today.  Mid 60’s sunshine and the beaches are gorgeous (water is around 53 degrees however) Take care, friend, Vicki — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Hi, My neurologist (I’ve been diagnosed with a movement disorder — most likely a form of spinocerebellar ataxia) prescribed 10mg Lexapro to combat associated feelings of depression and anxiety. Unfortunately, it has made my essential tremor much worse.  Has anyone had a similar problem?  Any ideas for combatting this side effect? Thanks, Matt

SSRI’s can exacerbate movement disorders and even cause some (in rare cases). You might be better off with an antidepressant from the TCA group: imipramine ("Tofranil"), nortriptyline, amitryptyline, doxepin, clomipramine etc. Philip — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi, My neurologist (I’ve been diagnosed with a movement disorder — most likely a form of spinocerebellar ataxia) prescribed 10mg Lexapro to combat associated feelings of depression and anxiety. Unfortunately, it has made my essential tremor much worse.  Has anyone had a similar problem?  Any ideas for combatting this side effect? Thanks, Matt SSRI’s can exacerbate movement disorders and even cause some (in rare cases). You might be better off with an antidepressant from the TCA group: imipramine ("Tofranil"), nortriptyline, amitryptyline, doxepin, clomipramine etc. Philip — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

I want to thank all of you for your responses.  I talked to my neurologist and she switched me to Paxil.  My tremor is much better (very close to its pre Lexapro level).  Should things get worse, I have several strategies to try (beta blockers, TCA AD) thanks to this group! Matt — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Hi, My neurologist (I’ve been diagnosed with a movement disorder — most likely a form of spinocerebellar ataxia) prescribed 10mg Lexapro to combat associated feelings of depression and anxiety. Unfortunately, it has made my essential tremor much worse.  Has anyone had a similar problem?  Any ideas for combatting this side effect? Thanks, Matt — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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Hi, My neurologist (I’ve been diagnosed with a movement disorder — most likely a form of spinocerebellar ataxia) prescribed 10mg Lexapro to combat associated feelings of depression and anxiety. Unfortunately, it has made my essential tremor much worse.  Has anyone had a similar problem?  Any ideas for combatting this side effect?

Start at Lexapro 5 mg/day for awhile before you go up to 10 mg/day. Add a beta blocker such as Inderal or Tenormin for the essential tremor. Chip — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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:My neurologist (I’ve been diagnosed with a movement disorder — most :likely a form of spinocerebellar ataxia) prescribed 10mg Lexapro to :combat associated feelings of depression and anxiety. : :Unfortunately, it has made my essential tremor much worse.  Has anyone :had a similar problem?  Any ideas for combatting this side effect? Dear Matt, Antidepressants "can" exacerbate movement disorders. This side-effect may pass, or it may not. I suggest you make your doctor aware of this problem. Jackie ~*~Instead of a turkey, we’re having a swan. You get more stuffing~*~ — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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as chip said a beta blocker. Or you could also use primedone or valium, that has helped me with my tremors. the primedone, i think the brand name is mysoline is good but it was rather strong for me. it stopped the tremors to 0 but all i would do is sleep. brian s.

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi, My neurologist (I’ve been diagnosed with a movement disorder — most likely a form of spinocerebellar ataxia) prescribed 10mg Lexapro to combat associated feelings of depression and anxiety. Unfortunately, it has made my essential tremor much worse.  Has anyone had a similar problem?  Any ideas for combatting this side effect? Start at Lexapro 5 mg/day for awhile before you go up to 10 mg/day. Add a beta blocker such as Inderal or Tenormin for the essential tremor. Chip — The charter is available at:  http://readystump.algebra.com/~asapm

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i have to agree they all tell me that zoloft isn’t addicting either, but screw them all i go off it for 2 days and then have to start it again they say hardly any of the newer drugs are addicting, well i say, that they should try them themselves and then they will see

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Zoloft Withdrawal–The Darkest Period of my Life Antidepressants  "I had all the classic symptoms of a junkie coming off of heroine." My name is Virginia and I just finished seeing a segment on 2020 regarding withdrawal symptoms after getting off of an antidepressant. THANK GOD!!! There are other people out there that have experienced the same symptoms I have experienced! Every doctor in the past, (3), I have told about my withdrawal symptoms have told me that it’s not possible or that they’ve never heard of anyone having these

symptoms months after – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – attempting to get off Zoloft. I even got very upset at one of the doctor’s and told him that the symptoms I was experiencing were "real" and that I was not crazy! To make a long story short– The six months I was off the Zoloft was the darkest period of my life. I had all the classic symptoms of a junkie coming off of heroine. For three weeks straight, I had dry heaves, nausea, dizziness, panic attacks so severe I thought I was having a heart attack, cold sweats, a weird sound in my head, like breaking glass every time I’d blink my eyes, the disconnection of your brains ability to catch up with your vision when you look sharply to the left or right (almost like the old slide projectors that take a second and then click to the next picture), severe paranoia, and continual suicidal thoughts. If it were not for my husband taking time of from work to watch over me, I would not be here today! Unfortunately, I lost my job, and ended up having to get back on the Zoloft in order to live a so-called "normal life". And I can honestly say, it was like a miracle how quickly my nausea and dry heaves went away. I only wish that the first doctor I saw would have informed me about the possibility of becoming addicted to this drug, and given me the choice of alternative treatment or a life long commitment to Zoloft. Now the only symptoms I have are dry mouth and a stiff jaw…Oh, and paranoia about ever losing my health insurance. Virginia — Psychiatry is to Science as Astrology is to Astronomy

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – i have to agree they all tell me that zoloft isn’t addicting either, but screw them all i go off it for 2 days and then have to start it again they say hardly any of the newer drugs are addicting, well i say, that they should try them themselves and then they will see Zoloft Withdrawal–The Darkest Period of my Life Antidepressants  "I had all the classic symptoms of a junkie coming off of heroine."

Well, in my experience, if you taper off of the drug, much the same as you slowly build up to a dose perscribed by your pdoc, you will experience less side effects.  The reason why it seems like you are addicted is because your nervous system has become dependant on the drug, and if you were to just stop it, you will experience severe side effects for several months afterwards, which happened to me a few years ago.  However, it’s not anywhere near as severe of an *addiction* as heroine or alcohol. Frost

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i have to agree they all tell me that zoloft isn’t addicting either, but screw them all i go off it for 2 days and then have to start it again they say hardly any of the newer drugs are addicting, well i say, that they should try them themselves and then they will see

– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Zoloft Withdrawal–The Darkest Period of my Life Antidepressants  "I had all the classic symptoms of a junkie coming off of heroine." My name is Virginia and I just finished seeing a segment on 2020 regarding withdrawal symptoms after getting off of an antidepressant. THANK GOD!!! There are other people out there that have experienced the same symptoms I have experienced! Every doctor in the past, (3), I have told about my withdrawal symptoms have told me that it’s not possible or that they’ve never heard of anyone having these

symptoms months after – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – attempting to get off Zoloft. I even got very upset at one of the doctor’s and told him that the symptoms I was experiencing were "real" and that I was not crazy! To make a long story short– The six months I was off the Zoloft was the darkest period of my life. I had all the classic symptoms of a junkie coming off of heroine. For three weeks straight, I had dry heaves, nausea, dizziness, panic attacks so severe I thought I was having a heart attack, cold sweats, a weird sound in my head, like breaking glass every time I’d blink my eyes, the disconnection of your brains ability to catch up with your vision when you look sharply to the left or right (almost like the old slide projectors that take a second and then click to the next picture), severe paranoia, and continual suicidal thoughts. If it were not for my husband taking time of from work to watch over me, I would not be here today! Unfortunately, I lost my job, and ended up having to get back on the Zoloft in order to live a so-called "normal life". And I can honestly say, it was like a miracle how quickly my nausea and dry heaves went away. I only wish that the first doctor I saw would have informed me about the possibility of becoming addicted to this drug, and given me the choice of alternative treatment or a life long commitment to Zoloft. Now the only symptoms I have are dry mouth and a stiff jaw…Oh, and paranoia about ever losing my health insurance. Virginia — Psychiatry is to Science as Astrology is to Astronomy

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – i have to agree they all tell me that zoloft isn’t addicting either, but screw them all i go off it for 2 days and then have to start it again they say hardly any of the newer drugs are addicting, well i say, that they should try them themselves and then they will see Zoloft Withdrawal–The Darkest Period of my Life Antidepressants  "I had all the classic symptoms of a junkie coming off of heroine."

Well, in my experience, if you taper off of the drug, much the same as you slowly build up to a dose perscribed by your pdoc, you will experience less side effects.  The reason why it seems like you are addicted is because your nervous system has become dependant on the drug, and if you were to just stop it, you will experience severe side effects for several months afterwards, which happened to me a few years ago.  However, it’s not anywhere near as severe of an *addiction* as heroine or alcohol. Frost

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Ok, so my doctor agreed to try another SSRI, but she wanted me to wean off Paxil first! Told her I could wean off one and wean onto another at the same time, but she was dubious about that so I asked her to look it up and ask around… now she agrees. She has prescribed Effexor.

Although Effexor technically is not an SSRI it is cross tolerant with SSRI’s so switching this way should be no problem. I’ve been told to take 20 mgs of paxil(instead of 40) and to add 37,5mgs of effexor for the next 3 days, then drop the paxil completely and raise the effexor to 75mgs. Does this sound about right? It seems like a fast changeover to me, but I’d rather deal with any side effects and get this change over with quickly myself anyway.

I agree that this may be a tad fast but I think it can be done if you are prepared to white-knuckle through some possible temporary side effects. My other question; is the target does of 75 mgs of effexor comparible to the 40 mgs of paxil I’ve been taking?

That is impossible to say as our reactions to meds are so personal. 75 mg of Effexor sound OK to me and if after a few weeks you feel it doesn’t work well enough you can always raise the dose a bit more. My xanax has been switched from 2x .5mg per day to 1x 1mg xanax XR per day. Hopefully it will stop me feeling like a yo-yo, I may need to ask for a dose increase I think.

I think so too considering the AD change. I take Xanax XR and IMO it is far preferable to *normal* Xanax. No rollercoatser effect anymore but a comparatively very smooth ride. Any thoughts/comments about this change in meds?

No ) Keep us posted! Philip – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text –

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Ok, so my doctor agreed to try another SSRI, but she wanted me to wean off Paxil first! Told her I could wean off one and wean onto another at the same time, but she was dubious about that so I asked her to look it up and ask around… now she agrees. She has prescribed Effexor. I’ve been told to take 20mgs of paxil(instead of 40) and to add 37,5mgs of effexor for the next 3 days, then drop the paxil completely and raise the effexor to 75mgs. Does this sound about right? It seems like a fast changeover to me, but I’d rather deal with any side effects and get this change over with quickly myself anyway. My other question; is the target does of 75 mgs of effexor comparible to the 40 mgs of paxil I’ve been taking? My xanax has been switched from 2x .5mg per day to 1x 1mg xanax XR per day. Hopefully it will stop me feeling like a yo-yo, I may need to ask for a dose increase I think. I’ll soon find out, considering the other med change! : ) Any thoughts/comments about this change in meds? I mean to start the changeover tommorow… Vashti

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From what you say above, and below, Vashti, it doesn’t seem like she has a good grip on these medications, but at least is open minded. Both frustrating and refreshing at the same time!

well could be dangerous to be less savy about things one prescribes Yes, I think it’s far too fast and large a drop in Paxil,

I concur My biggest concern would be that sudden drop of Paxil from 40 to 20, with a "starter" dose of Effexor ( 37.5 mg ) to take the place of 20 mg of Paxil?  I don’t think so!!

nope best off dropping paxil by 5mg a day per week until off Remember, they may be very slight, if much at all. So much depends on how ‘you’ react, not how some others have.

true 150 mg of Effexor to 40 mg of Paxil??

or  more since paxil is up to 17 times more potent at the synapse then prozac effexor hits multiple sites at higher doses and is basicaly serotonergic at lower ones so a sliding conversion may not be too bad-as a phenethylamine compound it excerts reuptake inhibition on serotonin first noradrenaline second and weakly dopaminergic thirdly so in some ways in works like a tca but in reverse where the tca hits adrenergic sites first serotonin sites second. it would be somewhat difficult to make a comparative dose per dose response due to the different pharmacokinetics and individual responses From what I understand, the XR should work out very well.

yes it would bot Rita and Philip use this med with good success You’re not alone..

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I have been taking seroxat/paxil for some years now, but it seems to have stopped working, and anyway it messes up my sexual response. I did try Prozac for a short while but it made me manic and insomniac.  Any recommendations would be welcome.

I used seroxat for mere months and besides the sexual sideeffects I also suffered from insomnia. Even so much that Dalmadorm 30 mg did not help. It gave me a shallow restless and short sleep of perhaps 3 to 4 hours. Perhaps prozac would work better for me.

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The best person to ask, obviously, would be your doctor or your psychiatrist. Personally, I was on Paxil for 4 years (if I remember correctly) and then suddenly got very depressed at the beginning of this year. Unfortunatly antidepressants can "poop out" on some people, which is what happened to me, and likely you. My shrink switched me to Zoloft (sertraline) because it is helpful for anxiety as well as depression, like Paxil. I’ve never had sexual problems on either drug so I’m not sure if Zoloft is as bad as Paxil for that, but I’d definitely mention the sexual side-effects when you see your doc. Good luck! Tara – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – I have been taking seroxat/paxil for some years now, but it seems to have stopped working, and anyway it messes up my sexual response. I did try Prozac for a short while but it made me manic and insomniac. Any recommendations would be welcome.

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I have been taking seroxat/paxil for some years now, but it seems to have stopped working, and anyway it messes up my sexual response. I did try Prozac for a short while but it made me manic and insomniac.  Any recommendations would be welcome.

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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -Nancy wrote….. I went for my physical today.  I sure am glad to get it over with.  He wants me to have cholestrol test done not for anything other than high c runs in the family.  He’s also booking me for a brain scan because my mother has anuerisms and they can sometimes run in the family.  My blood pressure was good and my heart rate was good.  This suprised me because it was thumping like a wild think while I was in the waiting room! He doubled up my dose of Zoloft to 50mg and gave me some more ativan.  Thank God for ativan it seems to be the only thing that is keeping me sane these days. Oh also I am off work for at least another month.  *Phew*  I was worried about that because I am just not ready to go back there yet. I had a nice surprise visit from my brother tonight (who has only been to my place twice before in the past 8 years).  It was a really pleasant visit.  I really like him but we have never had a close relationship. I told the doctor that I had a good day on Sunday but then relapsed on Monday and ever since.  He saw that as a good sign.  At least I had one good day.  I really like him, he is our new family doctor and I only started seeing him when I got this bought of PA he seems pretty thorough.

Dear Nancy, I`m glad to hear that your doctor visit went well. I agree with your doctor that your good day even though it was followed by a setback, is a good thing. You can`t have a setback unless you had made some progress to begin with. The 50 mg increase in your Zoloft dose is a big increase at one time for a person with an anxiety disorder. Just wanted to point that out in case your anxiety or side-effects increase a bit during the next few days. Make sure to use your Ativan during this period. Take care Jackie ~*~The world breaks us all. Afterward, some are stronger at the broken places.

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Hi Nancy! I’m happy that things went well at the doctor’s office.  It’s better to get these tests out of the way and be able to relax afterwards.  It’s great you had such a nice visit with your brother.  I hope you have many more of them. I’m with you about Ativan. Hugs, Di

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This is good that you are having all of these tests and that so far, they are showing that you are doing well.  This will take a big load off your mind once all the tests come back negative.  Having the next month off will give you a chance to get used to the Zoloft at a higher dose and let everything settle. Take care, Liz – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi All, I went for my physical today.  I sure am glad to get it over with.  He wants me to have cholestrol test done not for anything other than high c runs in the family.  He’s also booking me for a brain scan because my mother has anuerisms and they can sometimes run in the family.  My blood pressure was good and my heart rate was good.  This suprised me because it was thumping like a wild think while I was in the waiting room! He doubled up my dose of Zoloft to 50mg and gave me some more ativan.   Thank God for ativan it seems to be the only thing that is keeping me sane these days. Oh also I am off work for at least another month.  *Phew*  I was worried about that because I am just not ready to go back there yet. I had a nice surprise visit from my brother tonight (who has only been to my place twice before in the past 8 years).  It was a really pleasant visit.  I really like him but we have never had a close relationship. I told the doctor that I had a good day on Sunday but then relapsed on Monday and ever since.  He saw that as a good sign.  At least I had one good day.  I really like him, he is our new family doctor and I only started seeing him when I got this bought of PA he seems pretty thorough. Sorry for the length, Nancy Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.

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Hi All, I went for my physical today.  I sure am glad to get it over with.  He wants me to have cholestrol test done not for anything other than high c runs in the family.  He’s also booking me for a brain scan because my mother has anuerisms and they can sometimes run in the family.  My blood pressure was good and my heart rate was good.  This suprised me because it was thumping like a wild think while I was in the waiting room! He doubled up my dose of Zoloft to 50mg and gave me some more ativan.  Thank God for ativan it seems to be the only thing that is keeping me sane these days. Oh also I am off work for at least another month.  *Phew*  I was worried about that because I am just not ready to go back there yet. I had a nice surprise visit from my brother tonight (who has only been to my place twice before in the past 8 years).  It was a really pleasant visit.  I really like him but we have never had a close relationship. I told the doctor that I had a good day on Sunday but then relapsed on Monday and ever since.  He saw that as a good sign.  At least I had one good day.  I really like him, he is our new family doctor and I only started seeing him when I got this bought of PA he seems pretty thorough. Sorry for the length, Nancy Depression is merely anger without enthusiasm.

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Hi, My son & I are both on Paxil.  I think it’s the best drug I’ve ever taken (so far), and it works very well on my son.  For me, it has the least amount of side effects than Zoloft, Buspar & Luvox. Good luck, Mary – Hide quoted text — Show quoted text -

I went to my GP today and he put me on Paxil, I was on prozac before. How have others felt on Paxil, is it any good, is it as good as Prozac, Will it have any adverse side effects. I’m a bit worried to be honest so all help appreciated thanks Smurf

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It’s pretty similar to Prozac in many respects but for some people the *initial* side-effects seem to be a bit more dramatic. It has a much shorter half-life than Prozac which means that a week after you stop taking it, the drug will leave your body – Prozac can stay around for much longer. There isn’t too much difference between the 2 drugs. Gareth.

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Paxil helped me a lot more than Prozac ever did. The only bad problem I have ever had with Paxil is when I get a hair up my ass and decide not to take my medicine any more and tried to wean off of it. It is definitely a drug that has to be weaned from slowly. I’ve gotten very dizzy and had these shock like feelings going through my arms if I don’t take it. Ida Smurf <Smurf…@btinternet.com

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I went to my GP today and he put me on Paxil, I was on prozac before. How have others felt on Paxil, is it any good, is it as good as Prozac, Will it have any adverse side effects. I’m a bit worried to be honest so all help appreciated thanks Smurf

I know I’m starting to sound like a walking advertisement for Paxil, but it’s helped me a lot.  I’ve never been on Prozac, so I can’t compare the two.  I did have some side effects, but they faded pretty quickly.  Can I ask why you’re switching from Prozac to Paxil, and what specifically is worrying you about it? Good luck! — Dave Hollinden   david.hollin…@sdrc.com (work) dholl…@iglou.com       (home)

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I went to my GP today and he put me on Paxil, I was on prozac before. How have others felt on Paxil, is it any good, is it as good as Prozac, Will it have any adverse side effects. I’m a bit worried to be honest so all help appreciated thanks Smurf

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