Zyprexa for post-partum anxiety?
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Since having a baby 18 mos. ago I've been experiencing increased anxiety, insomnia, temper, etc. And recently it's been exacerbated by some major life changes. I started going to counseling, and recently went to the doctor in search of some additional help. My doctor prescribed Zyprexa as a mood stabilizer. I looked up info on the web and it seems that this drug is primarily used for schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. I was hoping that someone might be able to provide me with some personal experience with this drug…and perhaps the difference between it and Paxil or Celexa (or other more common anti- anxiety meds). Thank you so much. anon
I would be cautious about the Zyprexa. My doc also recommended it for me for some situational anxiety and insomnia and my therapist was quite surprised and thought it was totally overkill - it's an anti-psychotic. I took one, one day and it made me feel immediately much better but I was also totally exhausted. I'm staying away. I'm wondering who your doctor is, and if it's the same one as mine…. Anonymous
I had a fairly severe post-partum and went UCSF women's hormone clinic. They are no longer prescribing Zyprexa for woman as it puts on a lot! of weight quickly -10 pds a year. Ask your Doctor about Neurontin. It is being used to treat anxiety/mood instability and is excellent. It may make you tired or fluish in the beginning, but after 10 days you will not notice it. No weight gain and less dulling of the mind than Zyprexa. The clinic is excellent. Dr. Shane McKay in Berkeley trained there. Hope it helps. Good luck. anon
Please be cautious with Zyprexa. I have taken it and know well it's side effects. If you would like to talk with me further, I 'd be happy to e-mail back and forth. anon
I agree that Zyprexa (also known as olanzapine) is an unusual choice for the concerns you mentioned in your letter. I strongly recommend that you ask the doctor for his/her reasoning in using that instead of the more typical interventions for anxiety and depression, and perhaps get a second opinion from an independent psychiatrist. Some antidepressants are contraindicated in people with a family history of bipolar disorder, but you didn't mention that in your letter. anonymous with degree in pharmacology
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