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urbanpilot urbanpilot Active Member
72 messages
joined Feb 2011
#3841 ·
Jason Vaughn482 said:I'm not familiar with what Sonalia is, and personally, I don't have much experience with diazepam. I remember once taking Valium and a 5mg Normabel together, which actually worked for me, but I don't have them anymore and I'm not sure if my GP will prescribe them since I already have Xanax, even though that doesn't help me sleep at all.

Sonalia is an antidepressant.😉
Never tried mixing Ambien and Valium, but thank God for diazepam. Second night sleeping like a baby. 🙏
Kenneth Scott41 Kenneth Scott41 Regular
457 messages
joined May 2009
#3842 ·
I’ve been on Seroquel up until now, but my doctor, Sakoman, just prescribed this Quelapin that neither my sister nor my physician has ever even heard of, so now the pharmacy has to special order it. It feels like a bit of a pointless exercise, I suppose... since it's presumably just the same generic medication under a different name.😕
I guess Sakoman probably knows exactly why he chose that specific Pfizer version of Quelapin, though.
fadedbear92 fadedbear92 Veteran
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joined Dec 2008
#3843 ·
Kenneth Scott41 said:I’ve been on Seroquel up until now, but my doctor, Sakoman, just prescribed this Quelapin that neither my sister nor my physician has ever even heard of, so now the pharmacy has to special order it. It feels like a bit of a pointless exercise, I suppose... since it's presumably just the same generic medication under a different name.😕
I guess Sakoman probably knows exactly why he chose that specific Pfizer version of Quelapin, though.


My wife just heard about the Q-pin for the very first time—she was totally caught off guard!
Jason Vaughn482 Jason Vaughn482 Regular
488 messages
joined Jul 2012
#3844 ·
I find myself staring at this particular statement, ruminating on its implications, and I cannot help but feel a profound sense of skepticism. It is as if we are being asked to accept a premise that lacks any foundational logic, much like trying to build a skyscraper on shifting desert sands. One must wonder if the sheer audacity of such a claim isn't merely a distraction from the glaring inconsistencies inherent in the argument itself. It feels hollow, an empty vessel echoing with nothing but its own pretension.
Kenneth Scott41 said:I’ve been on Seroquel up until now, but my doctor, Sakoman, just prescribed this Quelapin that neither my sister nor my physician has ever even heard of, so now the pharmacy has to special order it. It feels like a bit of a pointless exercise, I suppose... since it's presumably just the same generic medication under a different name.😕
I guess Sakoman probably knows exactly why he chose that specific Pfizer version of Quelapin, though.

It truly is a bizarre situation—to think that Q-pin is just another name for Seroquel. I only ever took it once, and frankly, it nearly leveled me; the potency was absolutely overwhelming. It felt like being hit by a freight train. Meanwhile, I have a close friend who has been consistently taking 150 mg every single night for years, and she claims to be perfectly content with it. It makes you wonder if people just find certain formulations more tolerable, perhaps preferring the specific standards used by American pharmaceutical giants.
Larry Lewis Larry Lewis Regular
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joined Dec 2010
#3845 ·
Has anyone here actually dealt with Risperdal—either the injections or the pills?
redcrane22 redcrane22 Active Member
90 messages
joined Jun 2012
#3846 ·
Kenneth Scott41 said:I’ve been on Seroquel up until now, but my doctor, Sakoman, just prescribed this Quelapin that neither my sister nor my physician has ever even heard of, so now the pharmacy has to special order it. It feels like a bit of a pointless exercise, I suppose... since it's presumably just the same generic medication under a different name.😕
I guess Sakoman probably knows exactly why he chose that specific Pfizer version of Quelapin, though.

Wait, how? Like, you know I used to take Q-pin. How is this the first time you're hearing about it?

I ended up getting Coaxil, and I've been reading up on it—everything seems pretty straightforward.

What do you guys think about it? Is anyone else here taking it?
Justin Rogers5 Justin Rogers5 Active Member
214 messages
joined Feb 2010
#3847 ·
Kenneth Scott41 said:I’ve been on Seroquel up until now, but my doctor, Sakoman, just prescribed this Quelapin that neither my sister nor my physician has ever even heard of, so now the pharmacy has to special order it. It feels like a bit of a pointless exercise, I suppose... since it's presumably just the same generic medication under a different name.😕
I guess Sakoman probably knows exactly why he chose that specific Pfizer version of Quelapin, though.

What kind of med is it? Asking because my psychiatrist recommended it, but honestly, I don't trust anything any doctor hands me anymore.☕Does it tank your mood? Make you ravenous? Leave you sleeping all day?
wiredmason56 wiredmason56 Active Member
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joined Feb 2013
#3848 ·
Q-pin is basically just like Seroquel, except it’s manufactured by Pfizer. It's used for managing mania, bipolar disorder, and psychosis, and doctors sometimes prescribe it when you're dealing with those really stubborn bouts of insomnia too. I actually have a 100 mg tablet sitting right here, but honestly, I'm a little hesitant to take it.🙄
Kevin Bailey2 Kevin Bailey2 Regular
265 messages
joined Jul 2012
#3849 ·
Anyone else dealing with zero appetite on Prozac?
For me, after a few months on it, my appetite has just vanished. It’s like I’ve lost the ability to feel hungry. I have to force myself to eat just to stay functional, and sometimes when things get busy, I’ll completely forget to eat all day. My stomach stays empty, yet I’m still buzzing with energy and don't feel any urge to grab food.

I’ve dropped some weight. I’m sitting at about 132 lbs right now, standing 5'11".

My mom is riding my back about it.

But how am I supposed to explain that I physically can't stomach those huge meals?

Would it be a bad idea to take an antidepressant at night alongside Prozac—something that actually stimulates an appetite—just to balance things out?
I'm not even sure if you're allowed to mix antidepressants like that...
for instance, Amyzol.
I remember that one used to really kickstart my appetite.

Maybe the best move is talking to my doctor, but honestly... I'm terrified they'll just pull the plug on the Prozac altogether. It works wonders for everything else, so I don't want to lose that progress. 😢
restlesstrucker15 restlesstrucker15 Regular
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joined Sep 2011
#3850 ·
wiredmason56 said:Q-pin is basically just like Seroquel, except it’s manufactured by Pfizer. It's used for managing mania, bipolar disorder, and psychosis, and doctors sometimes prescribe it when you're dealing with those really stubborn bouts of insomnia too. I actually have a 100 mg tablet sitting right here, but honestly, I'm a little hesitant to take it.🙄

Did you take it to help with insomnia? I tried taking half of a 25 mg dose three different times, and I won't be touching it again. While I did manage to sleep, I felt completely out of it the next day—it was like I didn't even know who I was.
Justin Rogers5 Justin Rogers5 Active Member
214 messages
joined Feb 2010
#3851 ·
restlesstrucker15 said:Did you take it to help with insomnia? I tried taking half of a 25 mg dose three different times, and I won't be touching it again. While I did manage to sleep, I felt completely out of it the next day—it was like I didn't even know who I was.

Now I’m reading that Seroquel is on the top 10 most dangerous drugs.😲
Anthony Lopez8 Anthony Lopez8 Active Member
110 messages
joined Apr 2010
#3852 ·
Justin Rogers5 said:Now I’m reading that Seroquel is on the top 10 most dangerous drugs.😲

Is this regarding that same list where Xanax holds the number one spot? 😬
wiredmason56 wiredmason56 Active Member
73 messages
joined Feb 2013
#3853 ·
I’m sitting here reading this and honestly, I can’t quite wrap my head around it. Someone is out there claiming that Xanax is actually more dangerous than morphine or methadone... I mean, I’m reading it, but I just can't bring myself to believe it. It feels a bit much, doesn't it?😂I mean, if you're mixing that stuff with a whole liter of vodka... I don't even know what the end result would be at that point. It's just hard to wrap my head around.🙄
Donna Torres5 Donna Torres5 Member
36 messages
joined Oct 2011
#3854 ·
Hi everyone, does anyone here have any personal experience using Clozaril? I’m currently taking Zyprexa for persistent OCD, but I’m planning on starting a family soon. I did some research and found out that Zyprexa is classified as Category C (which isn't ideal when you're pregnant), whereas Clozaril is listed as Category B (which is considered safer during pregnancy).
Michelle Evans Michelle Evans Regular
320 messages
joined Jan 2013
#3855 ·
Kevin Bailey2 said:Anyone else dealing with zero appetite on Prozac?
For me, after a few months on it, my appetite has just vanished. It’s like I’ve lost the ability to feel hungry. I have to force myself to eat just to stay functional, and sometimes when things get busy, I’ll completely forget to eat all day. My stomach stays empty, yet I’m still buzzing with energy and don't feel any urge to grab food.

I’ve dropped some weight. I’m sitting at about 132 lbs right now, standing 5'11".

My mom is riding my back about it.

But how am I supposed to explain that I physically can't stomach those huge meals?

Would it be a bad idea to take an antidepressant at night alongside Prozac—something that actually stimulates an appetite—just to balance things out?
I'm not even sure if you're allowed to mix antidepressants like that...
for instance, Amyzol.
I remember that one used to really kickstart my appetite.

Maybe the best move is talking to my doctor, but honestly... I'm terrified they'll just pull the plug on the Prozac altogether. It works wonders for everything else, so I don't want to lose that progress. 😢

Ultimately, you'll have to check with your doctor anyway, since they're the ones signing off on your prescriptions... regardless of what people suggest here, nothing happens without their approval. You know how it works. 🙂
But I recall your psychiatrist being incredibly patient-focused; they actually listen and respect what you have to say, so I don't think you need to worry about them deciding on a treatment plan that leaves you feeling unsatisfied...
fadedbear92 fadedbear92 Veteran
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joined Dec 2008
#3856 ·
wiredmason56 said:Q-pin is basically just like Seroquel, except it’s manufactured by Pfizer. It's used for managing mania, bipolar disorder, and psychosis, and doctors sometimes prescribe it when you're dealing with those really stubborn bouts of insomnia too. I actually have a 100 mg tablet sitting right here, but honestly, I'm a little hesitant to take it.🙄

My son took two 25mg tablets of Quetiapine from Pfizer last night—he managed to get about six hours of sleep, though he did wake up once in the middle of the night. I'm planning on having him take three tonight instead.
fadedbear92 fadedbear92 Veteran
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joined Dec 2008
#3857 ·
wiredmason56 said:Q-pin is basically just like Seroquel, except it’s manufactured by Pfizer. It's used for managing mania, bipolar disorder, and psychosis, and doctors sometimes prescribe it when you're dealing with those really stubborn bouts of insomnia too. I actually have a 100 mg tablet sitting right here, but honestly, I'm a little hesitant to take it.🙄

Quelapin is manufactured by Pfizer
Jason Vaughn482 Jason Vaughn482 Regular
488 messages
joined Jul 2012
#3858 ·
Kevin Bailey2 said:Anyone else dealing with zero appetite on Prozac?
For me, after a few months on it, my appetite has just vanished. It’s like I’ve lost the ability to feel hungry. I have to force myself to eat just to stay functional, and sometimes when things get busy, I’ll completely forget to eat all day. My stomach stays empty, yet I’m still buzzing with energy and don't feel any urge to grab food.

I’ve dropped some weight. I’m sitting at about 132 lbs right now, standing 5'11".

My mom is riding my back about it.

But how am I supposed to explain that I physically can't stomach those huge meals?

Would it be a bad idea to take an antidepressant at night alongside Prozac—something that actually stimulates an appetite—just to balance things out?
I'm not even sure if you're allowed to mix antidepressants like that...
for instance, Amyzol.
I remember that one used to really kickstart my appetite.

Maybe the best move is talking to my doctor, but honestly... I'm terrified they'll just pull the plug on the Prozac altogether. It works wonders for everything else, so I don't want to lose that progress. 😢

Maybe try taking Prozac in the morning and a tiny dose of Calixta at night; it might help you sleep or get you to eat, potentially working well together.
Dana Hayes3 Dana Hayes3 Member
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joined Aug 2012
#3859 ·
fadedbear92 said:My son took two 25mg tablets of Quetiapine from Pfizer last night—he managed to get about six hours of sleep, though he did wake up once in the middle of the night. I'm planning on having him take three tonight instead.

Lmao, you little devil. You'll be seeing stars if you jump straight to four after just one 100mg dose.😉 😁
Justin Rogers5 Justin Rogers5 Active Member
214 messages
joined Feb 2010
#3860 ·
Does Seroquel kick in right away the first time you take it?

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