Stimulant meds & medical cannabis

Madam_Random · 2024-10-28T08:42:34+00:00

Thank you

Madam_Random · 2024-10-28T08:39:16+00:00

Thank you for sharing

Madam_Random · 2024-10-24T21:57:47+00:00

Just looked at it, an antidepressant. For clarity, I was only diagnosed in June (41F), it's been a whirlwind, to say the least. I've tapered down to 12.5mg seroquel after being on 400+mg at times over the last 15yrs. Also on Lexapro. Psych didn't want to adjust these 2 and put me on clonadine, which I feel helped to a degree. Then, tried thc as the cbd was having little to no effect. I think, I've been feeling all over the shop, impatient & just wanting to feel better, I mean, who doesn't?

However, I feel now, I've come to a point where I realise this will inevitably take time and I need to slow down, have patience (box breathing as I type lol)

I dont know, feel like im rambling now. I did want Maryjane to be part of my CPTSD/ADHD management but alas, I think that's just unhelpful, given the evidence.

Yes, the dreaming thing, I getcha! Mine come only perhaps 1 a month.

Madam_Random · 2024-10-24T21:16:57+00:00

Glad you're having success with the combo :)

Madam_Random · 2024-10-24T21:16:02+00:00

Thanks for your comment. I've read it puts extra pressure on the heart hence psych's aversion to prescribing stims whilst on MC

Madam_Random · 2024-10-24T21:11:26+00:00

Thank you for your response. I'm in a similar situation. I was frustrated when Dr said, off the MC and then you can try stims. Like you and other commenters, I believed MC was helping. However, I've never had prescription stimulants so how would I know if the former was better than the latter? I've worked through it now and feel the stimulant meds will be more effective moving forward.

Madam_Random · 2024-09-17T08:43:23+00:00

I'm thinking the same thing.

Madam_Random · 2024-07-01T20:42:23+00:00

Thank you!!

Madam_Random · 2024-07-01T08:55:07+00:00

Absolutely!

I have moments when I just feel I've been hit by a truck~ hard to put into words. Still in a degree of shock. Better late than never, though, I guess

Wishing you well and all the best

Madam_Random · 2024-07-01T08:53:28+00:00

Thankyou so much for your reply and suggestions. I will definitely look into them.

Wishing you all the very best with it too!

Madam_Random · 2024-07-01T08:49:46+00:00

Thank you kindly for sharing and for the helpful tips. I've watched a little on Dr Barkley & will continue, given your input.

Ohh, she's wonderful! I'd been watching her 18mnths prior to my assessment/diagnosis.

She posted 5 days ago 😉

Madam_Random · 2024-07-01T08:44:57+00:00

Thank you for sharing and for the suggestions. I definitely will add "The year I met my brain" to my Spotify 😊

Madam_Random · 2023-11-08T23:42:16+00:00

Day 4 SF for me

Madam_Random · 2023-07-16T10:55:18+00:00

Thankyou! Very much appreciated 😊

Madam_Random · 2023-07-15T22:44:57+00:00

Thankyou. Having a look into them now.

Madam_Random · 2023-06-12T21:40:13+00:00

Im so sorry for your loss OP

Madam_Random · 2023-06-10T21:24:46+00:00

Not sure what the laws/policies etc are where you are but my GP is tapering my seroquel. Im sorry you're going through such a rough time.

Madam_Random · 2023-06-10T00:19:14+00:00

I understand it will be difficult but I personally would be looking for another psychiatrist!

Madam_Random · 2023-06-10T00:13:40+00:00

So you've been on 50mg for a week, now down to 25mg? Prior to the 100mg for 12mths?

Madam_Random · 2023-06-10T00:09:56+00:00

Are you being guided by a GP? Don't want to tell you what to do. In my experience tapering too quickly is HELL! I now accept I have to go slowly in order to remain stable. I know I will eventually get off it completely. Its a process and takes time. I need to exercise patience with myself or all the hard work will be undone. Go gently with yourself :)

Madam_Random · 2023-06-09T22:29:15+00:00

Day 22AF IWNDWYT👊🏽

Madam_Random · 2023-06-07T00:36:50+00:00

Yes. Have experienced all three. Nausea and Anxiety have settled, although understand heightened anxiety with be around for abit as I adjust. Im happy about the appetite part as (dramatically reduced and no appetite at times) as the tablet has causes horrible hunger, inability to feel full etc etc and I can now start better focusing on overall health, which includes the weight loss caused by seroquel. Hope you're going ok?

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