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Is anybody here have episodes and refuse to medicate other then weed? I get episodes of parinoia that are pretty much epic in proportion. I just shake em off. I guess its not hard cause it might happen once or twice a month same with my anxiety. (travelling completely cures my anxiety miraculously but certainly not the parinoia.)
I’ve had issues with delusions/mania but since I know what’s wrong and I’m with supportive people who help me calm down and talk me out of my delusions.
I know it sounds easier said than done but as long as I’ve got something to distract me and engage my senses I’m good.
I hate when I have a bad day but it’s all about having people who can get to you and help you out by being there either as a presence or someone who will listen, you’ll be better.
Do you mean Clonodine? It's actually a blood pressure medication. It's often used to help people who are detoxing off of opioids, benzos, and/or alcohol. They also often prescribe it to people who are ADHD because it calms them down and if they are on stimulants it helps them fall asleep/comedown easier.
I'm assuming you are on it to keep your blood pressure lower which makes you calmer which would help with some of your symptoms and possibly prevent some episodes from occurring. It's not a very strong drug and it certainly isn't going to change your brain chemistry like an SSRI or anti-psychotic would. It's your body obviously but I'd recommend taking it. It's very safe, doesn't feel druggy like benzos and anti-psychotics do, and cheap but it will help.
I have used it for kicking heroin cold turkey in the past and it helped quite a bit. It actually allowed me to get my heart rate close enough to normal so I could get a few hours of sleep that I wouldn't normally have gotten. I'm on Suboxone now and take clonodine whenever I taper and have anxiety, panic attacks, and increased insomnia.
Btw it's a non-habit forming chemical and it is not abusable. Also there are no hangovers or anything like Seroquel, benzos, etc. Why do you not take it? I understand why somebody might not take SSRIs but not a simple blood pressure medication that helps with so many things with so few side effects.
My doctor wants to put me on Wellbutrin as I was wrongly put on adderall forever ago (2012). Seems like the side effects are the same as adderall but since it’s not a stimulant it should be better.
Wellbutrin (Bupropion) is nothing like Adderall (Mixed Amphetamine Salts). It is a norepinephrine-dopamine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI) and not an amphetamine. The effects are insanely different, the way it works is nothing like an amphetamine, etc. The side effects are very different btw. It's mainly used for depression and addiction (especially nicotine addiction). There is a chance that it could make you suicidal, it is very similar to an SSRI. Also stimulants tend to make people horny while NDRIs tend to decrease your libido, although not nearly as bad as SSRIs. I'd recommend doing a lot more research as you sound very misinformed. Whoever told you the side effects are similar are insane and incorrect. Wellbutrin also isn't very effect in the treatment of ADHD/ADD. While it can help it won't help very much. Stimulants help and allow you to focus however they are very addicting, suppress appetite, cause insomnia, etc. If you do any recreational drugs make sure you research if they are safe to take while on Wellbutrin, many are not and can cause horrible reactions such as Serotonin Syndrome much like SSRIs can. Drugs like MDMA and anti-depressants CAN'T BE TAKEN TOGETHER as it is very dangerous and you will feel like shit. I'm an ex-junkie who would do dangerous combos like shooting speedballs and taking benzos and opiates together but I'd never ever even think about taking anti-depressants and MDMA (and many other chemicals) together as it is absolutely going to cause negative side effects no matter what.
I'd recommend looking into a drug called guanfacine. There are very few side effects and it is not abusable like stimulants. Also instead of making it hard to sleep and eat it actually helps you sleep but does not feel druggy at all. It's similar to drugs like Clonodine as it is a blood pressure medication. Guanfacine however is used for for ADHD and works quite well. It's often paired with stimulants but it can be used by itself. If you aren't ADHD to the point of absolutely needing stimulants it's a great option. I'd highly recommend trying it before using Wellbutrin. Wellbutrin is a very useful chemical but it's not usually used for ADHD and the risk for suicide, the lack of emotions it can cause, and the sexual dysfunction are absolutely terrifying. If you do go on Wellbutrin make sure you don't suddenly stop taking it, you will need to taper and be in contact with your doctor otherwise it can be dangerous.
Seriously though ask your doctor about Guanfacine and read about it. Clinical studies are quite impressive for a non-stimulant. Otherwise maybe try a less intense stimulant. I took Wellbutrin when I was in rehab for depression and addiction but it made me feel like a zombie and killed my sex drive. I had no interest in sex even with my dream girl whom I was dating at the time. While I wasn't sad I wasn't happy either. No highs or lows, just bleh. That's fine if you are insanely depressed and never happy at all but I wasn't at that level and it doesn't sound like you are either.
If you were wrongly diagnosed why do you need it though? What did you get re-diagnosed with? There is a war on masculinity currently and they are over-medicating young boys/young men for doing what boys do. If you don't need it fuck it. At least the blood pressure medication I mentioned isn't habit forming, change how you act as a person like stimulants and anti-depressantsr, nor have insane side effects.
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Anyways different topic. Is anyone else here on Suboxone or Methadone maintenance? If so how are you doing, what dose are you on, and how long have you been taking it?
I've been on Suboxone for over two years now. I started at 12mg, stayed at 8mg for most of time, and over the last year or so I've tapered down to 0.5mg. I was down to .25mg but I was getting cravings again so I went to 0.5mg. I believe I jumped too early so I'm sticking to 0.5mg until I'm nice and stable.
My main drug of choice was IV heroin but I started on pills like everyone else... it fucking sucks man. Fuck addiction. It killed my dad (suicide), my friends (suicides and overdoses), caused the breakup between me and the girl I've been in love with since I was 14 years old, ruined college and jobs for me, etc. I'm glad to be doing better but man am I scared to kick Subs. 12-2mg was easy but every taper below 2mg has been pretty hard. I've kicked heavy dope habits cold turkey and obviously that was way more painful but this is scarier for some reason... I don't know why.
Stay strong guys.
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