Re: Sertraline and Restless Legs Syndrome
Originally Posted by
ShiveringWhippet
Back on Sertraline but now trying a sub-clinical dosage (25mg) and seem to be coping much better.
Long term sub-clinical dosing may increase the risk of ADs pooping out.
I might ask for an SNRI to try next.
Imho, the TCAs amitripyline and imipramine are better meds than the 2 most common SNRIs, venlafaxine (which is really only a SSRI) and duloxetine. In particular I'd avoid venlafaxine. It has a very short half-life which can induce severe withdrawal symptoms when quitting.
Edited to add - my blood results showed only one abnormal - low Eosinophil (may be caused by excessive cortisol?)
It is the most likely explanation. What did your GP say?
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