Psychotropic medication discussion thread

I’m not usually one for herbal remedies—which might be a mistake on my part—but I’ve been reading this book by Dr. Jacobson, and the information regarding certain extracts is incredibly detailed...

Regarding Hypericum perforatum... back in the '90s, this was actually one of the most frequently prescribed antidepressants in Germany...

"Pharmacodynamic characteristics

From a psychopharmacological perspective, the primary components of St. John's Wort extract are hypericin and pseudohypericin. The plant also contains various other substances like apigenin, rutin, quercitrin, and hyperforin, which offer beneficial immunological properties... while the exact therapeutic mechanisms of hypericin in patients with depression aren't fully understood or universally accepted just yet, we shouldn't overlook research suggesting that hypericin works through similar pathways to how modern psychopharmacology explains the effects of standard antidepressants.

Activin-H is indicated for mild depressive states, with seasonal affective disorder serving as a secondary indication..."

Excerpt from:

Benzodiazepines in Modern Medicine (Jacobson, Lockwood, et al.)

I’ve actually got this incredibly solid book on psychotropic drugs, all in English. It covers basically every psych med available on the US market—and about 90% of them are also found over in Europe. Most of the content is just laid out alphabetically by the generic drug name. Honestly, it functions more like an essential manual for psychiatrists here in America, because it really does contain absolutely everything you could possibly need to know about any given medication. If anyone wants a copy, just shoot me a PM; it’s a PDF.

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Timothy Wood38 - I noticed you've switched up your device 😁

Timothy Wood38, I haven't gotten back to you yet, but that recommendation is fine. Still, I think there's room for improvement. So, a question for the group:

Risperdal and Wellbutrin? Are they compatible? Does Wellbutrin help with the sexual dysfunction caused by Risperdal? Anyone have experience here? Well, well... I just need a slight edge. Everything else is a solid 5. It's not that I'm high, but I can tell things could be better. And I know they can. So... should I ask my doctor to add Wellbutrin to the mix?

Kenneth Scott41 said:Timothy Wood38 - I noticed you've switched up your device 😁

Look, I'll admit it... I'm a total gadget freak 😁

boldpilot2 said:Timothy Wood38, I haven't gotten back to you yet, but that recommendation is fine. Still, I think there's room for improvement. So, a question for the group:

Risperdal and Wellbutrin? Are they compatible? Does Wellbutrin help with the sexual dysfunction caused by Risperdal? Anyone have experience here? Well, well... I just need a slight edge. Everything else is a solid 5. It's not that I'm high, but I can tell things could be better. And I know they can. So... should I ask my doctor to add Wellbutrin to the mix?

Wait, hold on—are we talking about performance issues or just low libido? I mean, if the issue is erectile dysfunction, just ask your doctor for a prescription for Cialis; it worked wonders for me. But if it's specifically a libido thing, I'm not entirely sure, though I've heard Wellbutrin helps some people. It might work for you, or it might not. If you're looking for a supplement to boost your drive, honestly, the Horny Goat Weed from ProLab is your best bet.

Timothy Wood38 said:Wait, hold on—are we talking about performance issues or just low libido? I mean, if the issue is erectile dysfunction, just ask your doctor for a prescription for Cialis; it worked wonders for me. But if it's specifically a libido thing, I'm not entirely sure, though I've heard Wellbutrin helps some people. It might work for you, or it might not. If you're looking for a supplement to boost your drive, honestly, the Horny Goat Weed from ProLab is your best bet.

Are you recommending that Goat Weed while also being on AD? I am currently taking Elice. My libido has dropped, much like everyone else's, and I am experiencing delayed ejaculation as well. It might be worth a try provided there aren't any drug interactions. Is that stuff even available in local pharmacies here in the States?

restlesstrucker15 said:Are you recommending that Goat Weed while also being on AD? I am currently taking Elice. My libido has dropped, much like everyone else's, and I am experiencing delayed ejaculation as well. It might be worth a try provided there aren't any drug interactions. Is that stuff even available in local pharmacies here in the States?

To be perfectly honest, I don't know any other supplement that can even come close to Horny Goat Weed, at least not when you look at the ingredients. Plus, ProLab makes it, and their stuff is supposedly top-tier quality. It might actually help you, and as for interactions with Elice... I can't say for certain, but I'm guessing it's fine. I'm taking both Prozac and Paxil myself and haven't run into any issues. I won't claim I feel "amazing" now, but my libido definitely saw an uptick, and the delayed ejaculation isn't an issue for me anymore. You should be able to find it at a drugstore; I picked mine up at a pharmacy for $43 for a month's supply.

Timothy Wood38 said:To be perfectly honest, I don't know any other supplement that can even come close to Horny Goat Weed, at least not when you look at the ingredients. Plus, ProLab makes it, and their stuff is supposedly top-tier quality. It might actually help you, and as for interactions with Elice... I can't say for certain, but I'm guessing it's fine. I'm taking both Prozac and Paxil myself and haven't run into any issues. I won't claim I feel "amazing" now, but my libido definitely saw an uptick, and the delayed ejaculation isn't an issue for me anymore. You should be able to find it at a drugstore; I picked mine up at a pharmacy for $43 for a month's supply.

That is excellent news, thank you 😁. It shouldn't interfere with Elice either. How much do you typically take per day—I assume just one dose—and at what time?

Timothy Wood38 said:Look, I'll admit it... I'm a total gadget freak 😁

So

if you're looking to part with anything, do you have some old tech lying around... maybe to gift?😛

restlesstrucker15 said:That is excellent news, thank you 😁. It shouldn't interfere with Elice either. How much do you typically take per day—I assume just one dose—and at what time?

Don't mention it. I take two a day, and I just knock them both back in the morning.

Timothy Wood38 said:Don't mention it. I take two a day, and I just knock them both back in the morning.

That sounds like a solid plan, so I think I'll follow suit.😁 I'm planning to pick them up this Monday. I should have mentioned that I am also currently taking a quarter dose of Eglonyl, and I am somewhat concerned that it might be the primary factor impacting my libido. However, I am hopeful that we will be able to phase it out of my treatment regimen quite soon; I am certainly rooting for that outcome.

@Timothy Wood38

Fine, let's assume it’s more about the potency. You claim it helped you quite a bit. I'm asking because the retail price for Cialis online is ridiculous; if I could get it via prescription, would the cost be roughly the same?$117I used to get Zyprexa for free back when I was on it. How is the experience with Cialis? And do I really... ugh... have to deal with that idiot GP? 🙂He is. Family matters. I'm worried my doctor is going to spend more time philosophizing than actually treating me. He can't just show up and say:
Doctor, I need a prescription for Cialis. I am experiencing sexual dysfunction caused by Risperdal.
Can I?
I'm saying this at 55, but I'd say it even more so if I were only 22. 😲Fine. I'd swallow that too. If. It works, and it won't cost you an arm and a leg.

Listening to the comments...

boldpilot2 said:@Timothy Wood38

Fine, let's assume it’s more about the potency. You claim it helped you quite a bit. I'm asking because the retail price for Cialis online is ridiculous; if I could get it via prescription, would the cost be roughly the same?$117I used to get Zyprexa for free back when I was on it. How is the experience with Cialis? And do I really... ugh... have to deal with that idiot GP? 🙂He is. Family matters. I'm worried my doctor is going to spend more time philosophizing than actually treating me. He can't just show up and say:
Doctor, I need a prescription for Cialis. I am experiencing sexual dysfunction caused by Risperdal.
Can I?
I'm saying this at 55, but I'd say it even more so if I were only 22. 😲Fine. I'd swallow that too. If. It works, and it won't cost you an arm and a leg.

Listening to the comments...

Look, Cialis isn't covered by your insurance provider, so you won't be getting it for free, and since there aren't any generics yet, you're definitely going to have to pay. Honestly, I don't know your doctor, so I can't predict his reaction, but if you explain the situation clearly and tell him what the issue is, I don't see why he wouldn't write the script. Now, regarding the cost—there's this little marketing trick people often fall for. Basically, you can get Cialis in a pack of two 20 mg tablets for about $83, or four 10 mg tablets for over $133. See what I'm getting at? If you take those two 20 mg tablets and split them, you end up with four 10 mg doses. So, exclusively ask for the 20 mg prescription; it'll be much cheaper. In my opinion, Cialis is the best because it lasts the longest, but if you want something cheaper from the same class of drugs, just grab a generic Viagra. It's cheaper than the brand-name stuff, and I think companies like Pfizer or Teva have their own generics. I'm not sure which one is actually cheaper, though; you'll have to check with the pharmacist. It's even possible one might be covered by insurance, so you could get it for free or just a small co-pay, but I can't be certain.

restlesstrucker15 said:That sounds like a solid plan, so I think I'll follow suit.😁 I'm planning to pick them up this Monday. I should have mentioned that I am also currently taking a quarter dose of Eglonyl, and I am somewhat concerned that it might be the primary factor impacting my libido. However, I am hopeful that we will be able to phase it out of my treatment regimen quite soon; I am certainly rooting for that outcome.

Actually, you're spot on about sulpiride—aka Eglonyl. It absolutely messes with your libido. My psychiatrist actually mentioned once that if he had patients dealing with an abnormally high drive, his go-to would usually be prescribing Eglonyl or Paxil. But if someone really wanted to completely shut a person's libido down? He'd just combine Paxil and Eglonyl.

boldpilot2 said:@Timothy Wood38

Fine, let's assume it’s more about the potency. You claim it helped you quite a bit. I'm asking because the retail price for Cialis online is ridiculous; if I could get it via prescription, would the cost be roughly the same?$117I used to get Zyprexa for free back when I was on it. How is the experience with Cialis? And do I really... ugh... have to deal with that idiot GP? 🙂He is. Family matters. I'm worried my doctor is going to spend more time philosophizing than actually treating me. He can't just show up and say:
Doctor, I need a prescription for Cialis. I am experiencing sexual dysfunction caused by Risperdal.
Can I?
I'm saying this at 55, but I'd say it even more so if I were only 22. 😲Fine. I'd swallow that too. If. It works, and it won't cost you an arm and a leg.

Listening to the comments...

It's good that someone finally brought this up. I'm actually dealing with the exact same issue, which is becoming a massive headache, to be honest. My libido is basically non-existent; I just don't feel like it, or maybe I just can't. I am in a relationship, I should mention that, and naturally, my partner is feeling the effects too... and I think the older folks here understand exactly how much of a struggle that can be.🙂
I've been weighing the idea of just buying some Epimen capsules myself rather than going to the doctor for it... I don't know...🤷

Kenneth Scott41 said:It's good that someone finally brought this up. I'm actually dealing with the exact same issue, which is becoming a massive headache, to be honest. My libido is basically non-existent; I just don't feel like it, or maybe I just can't. I am in a relationship, I should mention that, and naturally, my partner is feeling the effects too... and I think the older folks here understand exactly how much of a struggle that can be.🙂
I've been weighing the idea of just buying some Epimen capsules myself rather than going to the doctor for it... I don't know...🤷

Terrible. I would kill for a fix. I have no desire and no capability. Yet, the urge is there. That is what destroys your mental state. It is like seeing a delicious meal on the table and wanting it, but being unable to eat. Regarding $83 Timothy Wood38, if we are being honest, four pills might work for a quick burst, but that does nothing for daily life. For instance, when you are bored browsing adult sites and nothing happens, or when you are with your girlfriend and feel cold as ice. I truly believe—and I know it to be true—that you need to feel some heat even just while kissing. Right now, everything feels weak. I am looking for an online Cialis meant for daily use. Something like a 30-count pack, $100. But compared to those 4 pills, $83 I suspect that won't cut it either. You mentioned brands like Pfizer or Merck? As I said, I need something for every day. It isn't like the old days where you take one and you're set for four hours XD. You need that erotic stimulation. I will talk to doctors. Whatever. This is just life. It is a disaster. Honestly, it would be better to have zero drive at all, like being castrated, rather than this halfway state. It is maddening. Truly, they don't make better antipsychotics. One makes you gain weight and sedates you, another does this, and a third does that...

boldpilot2 said:Terrible. I would kill for a fix. I have no desire and no capability. Yet, the urge is there. That is what destroys your mental state. It is like seeing a delicious meal on the table and wanting it, but being unable to eat. Regarding $83 Timothy Wood38, if we are being honest, four pills might work for a quick burst, but that does nothing for daily life. For instance, when you are bored browsing adult sites and nothing happens, or when you are with your girlfriend and feel cold as ice. I truly believe—and I know it to be true—that you need to feel some heat even just while kissing. Right now, everything feels weak. I am looking for an online Cialis meant for daily use. Something like a 30-count pack, $100. But compared to those 4 pills, $83 I suspect that won't cut it either. You mentioned brands like Pfizer or Merck? As I said, I need something for every day. It isn't like the old days where you take one and you're set for four hours XD. You need that erotic stimulation. I will talk to doctors. Whatever. This is just life. It is a disaster. Honestly, it would be better to have zero drive at all, like being castrated, rather than this halfway state. It is maddening. Truly, they don't make better antipsychotics. One makes you gain weight and sedates you, another does this, and a third does that...

You're all talking in hypotheticals here; it sounds like you just need a little more self-confidence. Maybe try to relax a bit and stop obsessing over every "what if," and just let things happen naturally. Life isn't solely about satisfying sexual urges. Besides, what you're looking for doesn't exist—there is no magic aphrodisiac pill, at least not yet, though who knows about the future. I get the impression you're still stuck in a teenage mindset. Just chill out and try to stay positive, because there is always a chance your libido will come back.

Timothy Wood38 said:You're all talking in hypotheticals here; it sounds like you just need a little more self-confidence. Maybe try to relax a bit and stop obsessing over every "what if," and just let things happen naturally. Life isn't solely about satisfying sexual urges. Besides, what you're looking for doesn't exist—there is no magic aphrodisiac pill, at least not yet, though who knows about the future. I get the impression you're still stuck in a teenage mindset. Just chill out and try to stay positive, because there is always a chance your libido will come back.

It exists, or perhaps it won't. Fine, it's not the meaning of life. But being a stone isn't exactly pleasant either. I am not in puberty XD having 22. I just haven't been in a relationship or had sex.

Question for everyone:

I read some things about Laurasidon (Latuda). Has anyone tried it? It seems like a solid option. It's even relatively new (late 2010). Seems like a decent antipsychotic, mostly due to the safety profile. Meaning, milder side effects. It doesn't "blunt" you like Risperdal, Olanzapine, or Quetiapine... It's from Japan XD. Regardless, I want to know if anyone here has experience with Latuda?

Edit: Don't just tell me no one has used it!!!

boldpilot2 said:It exists, or perhaps it won't. Fine, it's not the meaning of life. But being a stone isn't exactly pleasant either. I am not in puberty XD having 22. I just haven't been in a relationship or had sex.

Question for everyone:

I read some things about Laurasidon (Latuda). Has anyone tried it? It seems like a solid option. It's even relatively new (late 2010). Seems like a decent antipsychotic, mostly due to the safety profile. Meaning, milder side effects. It doesn't "blunt" you like Risperdal, Olanzapine, or Quetiapine... It's from Japan XD. Regardless, I want to know if anyone here has experience with Latuda?

Edit: Don't just tell me no one has used it!!!

Why don't you put in some work? Just find a girl and everything else will fall into place naturally.

Question for everyone:

I was reading up on Laurasidon (Latuda). Has anyone actually tried it? To me, it looks like a really solid option. It's fairly new too, fresh off the press (late 2010). Seems like a decent choice for psychosis, mostly because of the safety profile. You know, the milder side effects. It doesn't "numb" you out the way things like Risperdal, Olanzapine, or Quetiapine do... It's originally from Japan XD. Not that it matters, the point is, does anyone here have experience with Latuda?

Edit: Please don't just tell me nobody uses it!!!

It isn't available in the US, and it likely won't be for at least another 10 years. We don't even have Abilify here yet, even though it's registered in America.