Guest guest Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 Hyi :  I've been taking Celexa and Busperone for a number of years now without any ill affects and it's kept my PTSD to a small and slightly audible roarer. I would think the Celexa is just a coincedence to you having another " hit " of CMT. You shouldn't worry about the med as long as you are not taking more than two per 24 hrs. (that's what I take now - 2 a day of Celexa and 1-1/2 of Busperone 3 a day). As fatigue is one of those ugly symptoms for most of us, Celexa has a side affect of making you " nappy " . You should sleep very well at night. Do you take the med in the morning or evening? Ron, That HNPP guy - yes ganging I'm still alive and kicking. Just been doing a lot of " lurking " on the site and learning so I can teach the VA docs. Lots more to tell you all and when I get the engergy some morning at 3:00am, I'll send out the two years and waiting post. Lots to tell. Ron " Naviguesser " Rood, Sr. naviguess@... Question to Group about Anti-depressant possibly affecting CMT  Hello. I recently gave into my family and went on an anti-anxiety (aka anti-depressant) to help calm my nerves (working full time while raising 2 small children has me a tad wired). While my CMT has not bothered me in years, it is rearing its ugly head again. I am experiencing 'phantom pain' in my feet and lower legs. The only thing I have changed is that I started taking the anti-depressant. It is called Citalopram (brand name is Celexa). I did not see this on the Medical Alert list however, wondering if any of you have similar experience. Appreciate any feedback you may have. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2010 Report Share Posted September 10, 2010 , Anti-depressants affect the chemistry of your brain. That's why there are so many of them - not every medication works the same on all. This is a direct URL to our archives on Celexa. /msearch?query=celexa & submit=Search & ch\ arset=ISO-8859-1 " It has also been suggested that such compounds, including hypericin, hyperforin and flavonoids, could have SSRI-mimetic effects on the nervous system... " http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citalopram " Call your doctor if you experience very stiff (rigid) muscles, high fever, sweating, fast or uneven heartbeats, tremors, overactive reflexes " http://www.rxlist.com/celexa-drug-patient.htm#sideeffects " muscle/joint pain, fatigue, or yawning may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen " http://www.medicinenet.com/citalopram-oral/article.htm So I am wondering if, in fact, the Celexa is making your CMT progress. Not to mention your 'stress' of working full time and caring for young children and family. The amount of 'stress' we experience can also cause a surge in symptoms just by itself. I would suggest you talk to your prescribing doctor about this. Perhaps a different medication, or herbals like Valerian and St. 's Wort may have a more positive effect. I think they both come in teas besides a 'pill' form. Gretchen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 11, 2010 Report Share Posted September 11, 2010 , I have traveled through a very stressful and difficult year. My doctor gave me Xanax for the times I felt extra stress or anxiety, but I do not take anything regularly. Last month my son and I had our annual visit at the CMT clinic, and there was a marked change in my scoring, and not to the good side. I mentioned the stress and discussed this with the amazing doctor. He did not really support or dispute the connection, but we just received the written report and it is included in the commentary. I firmly believe stress can bring on a sudden and marked excelleration of the symptoms of CMT. I live it myself. I hope you find other ways to also find a way to deal with the stress, taking time for you, meditating or something calming. The house can be a little less clean, dinner a little more semi-homemade (or take out). Bottom line is take care of you! Mark > > Hello. I recently gave into my family and went on an anti-anxiety (aka > anti-depressant) to help calm my nerves (working full time while raising 2 > small children has me a tad wired). > > While my CMT has not bothered me in years, it is rearing its ugly head > again. I am experiencing 'phantom pain' in my feet and lower legs. The > only thing I have changed is that I started taking the anti-depressant. It > is called Citalopram (brand name is Celexa). > > I did not see this on the Medical Alert list however, wondering if any of > you have similar experience. > > Appreciate any feedback you may have. > > Thank you. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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