Cymbalta for Postpartum Depression?
#1
Posted 02 September 2008 - 09:23 AM
Has anyone been prescribed this medication for postpartum depression? My doctor made it very clear that if I wasn't happy with this, he would switch me to Lexapro. I have a friend who takes Lexapro and she loves it (although she is not taking it for PPD).
Thanks!
#3
Posted 02 September 2008 - 10:40 PM
Run, don't walk to your doctor and take his offer...save yourself a lot of pain and suffering.
You are to be commended for doing your homework, keep up the good work, it's always a good & safe practice to check out any drug before taking it.
Be Well and let us know how your doing,
Bobbie
#4
Posted 03 September 2008 - 08:34 AM
Again, I appreciate the responses!
#5
Posted 03 September 2008 - 11:16 AM
If it is your OB/GYN prescribing the antidepressants for you, then you should probably find a Psychiatrist before you start taking ANY antidepressant for your PPD. There are potential side effects with all antidepressants, and if you are nursing, you need to be extra careful! Unfortunately, OB/GYNs mean well, but they are not educated about these drugs, and should not be prescribing them. Find a good Psychiatrist, maybe one that specializes in PPD, he/she will be better infomed about which drug is best to treat PPD. Again, there are huge concerns about using antidepressants while breastfeeding, and many doctors are not aware of those concerns. So, be careful! Good Luck!
#6
Posted 06 September 2008 - 08:35 PM
Mommy,
If it is your OB/GYN prescribing the antidepressants for you, then you should probably find a Psychiatrist before you start taking ANY antidepressant for your PPD. There are potential side effects with all antidepressants, and if you are nursing, you need to be extra careful! Unfortunately, OB/GYNs mean well, but they are not educated about these drugs, and should not be prescribing them. Find a good Psychiatrist, maybe one that specializes in PPD, he/she will be better infomed about which drug is best to treat PPD. Again, there are huge concerns about using antidepressants while breastfeeding, and many doctors are not aware of those concerns. So, be careful! Good Luck!
No worries - I went to a counselor first to determine whether or not I had PPD and if talk therapy would be enough. She referred me to a psychiatrist for an official diagnoses and he is the one who prescribed the Cymbalta. Actually, my OBGYN won't be aware until my next appointment on Tuesday. Also - I'm not nursing, so not worried about that aspect of taking medication. Thank you for your concern though, it is appreciated!
0 user(s) are reading this topic
0 members, 0 guests, 0 anonymous users