Drug addiction neurotransmitters

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Avatar n tn No, it doesn't have opiates in it. As said, it's a benzo class of drug, which binds to specific sites on the GABA-A gamma-amino-butyric acid receptor, essentially taking over from your normal system by binding to these post synaptic receptors, which causes the pre-synaptic neurons to go dormant, or depopulate from lack of use.
Avatar n tn What is the level of neurotransmitters ( or receptors = I don't know much) in Delusional disorder, affective disorder and Schizophrenia?
Avatar m tn I went to my doctor today and was put on Cymbalta to help with the depression and given a referral to an intense outpatient treatment program in my area. This in conjunction with the drug counseling i am already getting. I think its a lot of hard work and we just have to keep plugging along. At this point i am willing to do anything to keep my 21 days. And we have each other here, a big help for me. I hope you can get yourself some aftercare as well, im finding out its the only way.
199177 tn?1490498534 Many people do not understand why individuals become addicted to drugs or how drugs change the brain to foster compulsive drug abuse. They mistakenly view drug abuse and addiction as strictly a social problem and may characterize those who take drugs as morally weak. One very common belief is that drug abusers should be able to just stop taking drugs if they are only willing to change their behavior.
Avatar m tn All you have to do right now is try and take it easy on yourself and stay clean. We know what active drug addiction feels like and it becomes a choice. Your doing great. I go to NA and have found it very helpful. There is a reason why we are addicts and personally, putting down the drugs is the first step. I want to dig deeper. Find what works for you. I'm 45 days clean and can't believe it. The support here is powerful and there is nothing like one addict helping another.
Avatar n tn There are a group of pages with info about addiction and helpful hints and ideas. Look at the bottom of this page and see most viewed health pages. There is a wealth of info there.
372880 tn?1332879487 For me I know what damage I have done to my neurotransmitters. I worry that it will take soo long to feel normal. In my opinion ultram is a very misunderstood drug by the medical community @ large. It gives me more euphoria then any other opiate including sch II ect… I take 8-12 daily along w/ 50 mg hydro. I have tapered down to 4-5 ultram a day. What are your thoughts on SSRI’s for recovery?
Avatar n tn 32/male I have aggitation where I'm uncomfortable in my own mind, in my own skin -- severe 24/7 derealization -- anxiety -- nothing feels real and I'm 24/7 lightheaded. Lately it's been worse and I've had a huge appettite. If I cut back on food, it makes my symptoms worse. My once high sex drive has also crashed recently. I was wonder. Do this cluster of symptoms point to any particular neurotransmitter --- and would it be too low or too high in my brain?
637613 tn?1281039564 and not to take if you have a history of drug or alcohol addiction. I am a recovering addict...clean for over 4 1/2 years and didn't want to get myself into something that may cause me problems. The other concern was the WD symptoms...wasn't sure how fast that may be an issue but since I am only taking it for a week...I wouldn't think it should be a problem. I found out yesterday that my brother takes it everyday for his shoulder pain and seems to be just fine so far.
Avatar m tn Addiction is categorzied by maladaptive behavior that is typically out of character for the person, including doing things that are harmful, without any regard for the consequences, in order to get the drug. Addiction includes mental cravings for the meds, where dependency is almost always just physical in nature. It's important for you to determine which category you would fit into, if indeed this is even a concern for you.
Avatar n tn It was given out like aspirin. It is very unfortunate that it became a schedule one drug, with the drug enforcement administration tracking down phjysicians who prescribe it. Valium does degrade situational awareness as well as intellectual acuity, and may interfere with driving safety, although that is more of a problem for the first time user. I have used it (prescribed by a physician) rarely, when under extreme stress, and then only for a day or two, and never became addicted.
Avatar f tn My addiction psyc. put me on Zoloft because I am worried about depression returning during the wean from Subs. Just wondering if anyone is on it and their experience. Any side effects, does it help? I realize we all react differently to antidepressants but just curious as to other experiences? Thank you.
1745135 tn?1318224873 The information on those two pages will help you with WD symptoms and make getting through this MUCH easier, as well as help make the days, weeks and months following recovery from addiction a lot easier to get through. What helps us How much Oxy are you taking? And how long have you been taking it? As for Gabapentin, how long and how much also?
Avatar m tn I agree with these posts its your brain trying to trick you into using but it will go away addiction is a serious sickness and trys to get you to use do to your dopamines trying to fight off the fake dopamines that drugs create a dopamine is what makes you feel pleasure drugs make false dopamines that are bigger and more pleasurable its a lot to explain but look up drug addiction dopamines and it will fill you in better than I can good luck
Avatar m tn You may also take a look at my clinic website where I also have my blogs and a lot of other info about drug addiction and recovery. Look especially into the blog and the info on Naltrexone therapy after getting clean. It really improves your chances of staying clean for good by cutting down your physical cravings. Look into my clinic website as well. All this can be done by clicking on my name in blue and on clinic logo.
Avatar f tn I also happens to some people with antidepressants and any other drug that strongly affects brain neurotransmitters. What it means for you is, if you want to stop taking it, it has to be done as slowly as suits you, which could mean a long slow process of quitting.
Avatar m tn t know if you did it abruptly or tapered off, as this drug is often injected, but drugs that affect brain neurotransmitters can be hard to stop taking for many people. Whatever you're feeling, I don't think it's the drug still being in your system after this much time.
Avatar f tn I never in a million years thought that I would be calling myself a drug addict, my choice hydrcodone. I thought the drug was innocent enough when i started using it a little over a year ago. it made me feel great, like a new person again( i had alot of problems with my husband's cheating and all. Depression, stress, high blood preassure and the migraines, those were the worst).
574118 tn?1305135284 I took tegretol for a few months and quit cold turkey. But here i feel i am addicted to this drug. I take 125mg but can't dispense of it. I suppose the only advantage is that it works for depression so i gather better than taking AD's.
Avatar f tn an Alternative Treatment for Depression Did yo know that anxiety, depression, forgetfulness, fatigue, drug and alcohol addiction are important symptoms of magnesium deficiency? According to the most recent researches low magnesium plays a crucial role in the development of depression, attention deficit disorder, heart attack and diabetes. Magnesium is one of the major four ions in the human body: together with sodium, potassium and calcium.
Avatar n tn Hi! I'm awake,too! It's possible that you're still having some withdrawal symtoms from the Ultram. Actually, it's likely. Do you think you're taking an equal amount of Vicodin to cover the Ultram? Also, The drug has an antidepressant and lack of that component will make you feel anxious. I'm sure it will pass but it's always a good idea to check with your physician.