mirt wd
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Well after all finnaly losing it last Saturday on matazapine and having a complete breakdown on 30mg the doctors are starting to think I may by bipolar and mirtazapine is causing me a lot of problems as since I went up to the 30mg. They believe it caused a mixed state mania very scary makes sense since every dose increase has caused mania episodes in my but nice one lol. Tuesday I was told to go cold turkey however me knowing better about the wd he'll this drug causes I didn't listen and went down to 15mg. I was expecting since last time I did very harsh nasty wd symptoms so Tuesday night no mirt other then bad sleep not too bad by Wednesday shaking diarrhea and feeling very sick hot flushes aniexty through the roof so I took a 30mg that night again stopped by next morning Thursday night I only took a 15mg other then slight shaking and mild diarrhea and hot flushes mainly morning one or two no sickness. I plan on doctors advice to only take a 15mg tonight but so far so good. Not nearly as bad as last time were I was so I'll. The wd seems to hit me very fast I must have a quick matalisun and be at the lower end of 20 hours half life then the higher end of 40 hours. Seems much easier this time round thank God. But i have also been put on 80mg sr propranolol and diazepam 5mg at night and I'm meant to take 2 5mg throughout the day but I don't want to be a zombie to sticking with the 2mg tablets I have for now. Was taking 3x daily but only taken one today. I'm on the tail end of a severe spike so having breakthrough adrenaline rushes. Could be wd aswell but it's probably off the episode since I've been having them since before wd. I'll repost and let you know how I get on but maybe the propanlol is helping the wd alot and might be something to consider if suffering yourself oh a 5mg diazepam at night God send for the insomnia x
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lauren56321
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Calmer lauren56321
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You're lucky to have the benzos/diazapam, some docs won't precribe it. Lots of water, slow release propranolol is available/some find it better, up to you.
Wishing you well hun x
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Sunbird8 lauren56321
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Glad to hear you are coping well this time.
You are a fine example of 'knowledge is power' as you know what is best for you now.
I think lots of water and if needed propranolol is a good thing.
Thanks for posting and may it all go smoothly for you Lauren.
Sunbirdx
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lauren56321 Calmer
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Sunbird8 lauren56321
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Sorry to hear about your horrible hot flushes.
I hope you have had a better night.
It is indeed a strange thing this WD as we can have better days and then a horrible day and night.
I try to 'go with the flow' but it can be very difficult.
Seems like your doctor is sympathetic.
Best wishes Lauren.
xx
Calmer lauren56321
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15 mg from 30 mg is 50% drop !! That's important to remember, and to assure yourself that it's not YOU that has a weakness - these symptoms you are experiencing are withdrawal, that's why you feel better when you go back up to 30mg. You've tried this for a week now, if you can't manage on 15mg each night (which most people wouldn't), why not compromise and take 15/30 on alternative nights - then draw up a proper plan to help you get off slowly?? I can send youu a plan if you like? (Or have I already?) Just a thought, I know you've tried before but if you could reassure yourself that there is plan"B" available it may, just may help?
Another med' for your reassurance is Phenerden, it's another sleep aid, maybe have a chat to your doc'? I think they even give this in small doses to children. It's one med' I'm keeping in mind for my wd.
Hope you have a better day, Kalms during the day maybe too?
xx
lauren56321 Calmer
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Calmer lauren56321
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Hope its sunny where you are, have a great day x
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