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I wrote recently on behalf of my sister-in-law who has CD and who has just
lost a
loved one to ask about your experiences with medications for short-term use
that
may help her cope during this difficult time. Thanks to all for your
support.
Here is the first of two summaries:
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I was on Emsam which is a patch. So you don't have to even worry about
ingesting gluten.
The only negative is that after some time my skin became irritated from the
adhesive.
I found that it was very helpful to me during a very stressful family
situation.
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The very best remedy for grief is the homeopathic remedy IGNATIA 30C...$5 in
health food store.
2 pills 4x a day and finish out vial....they are gf and work!!
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I think Paxil is the fastest acting. I take Cymbalta.
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Hi, When my father died a few years ago I was prescribed Xanax at the
hospital emergency room. I had severe anxiety symptoms and depression. It
works immediately, and you are right about anti-depressants, and some have
had bizarre side effects on people. Just make sure she takes them as
prescribed. She probably should also see a counseler that does grief
counseling.
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Lexapro worked wonders for me. It is one of the faster acting medications,
takes about two to three weeks for it to start working.
When I was on it about four years ago it was gluten-free.
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One note, regardless of what medication she & her doctor decide on, the
first couple of weeks
on the medication are difficult. She will be nausated and dizzy/off balance
while the
medication starts taking effect. I made sure to eat small meals and didn't
drive unless
I had to.
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My son takes zoloft. It takes a few days (up to 2 weeks)
before you get the benefits. He is doing much better since taking it.
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I do not know your sis-in-law's situation, but I think it possible that some
celiacs who are depressed are deficient in nutrients which cause depression.
One item I have been looking into lately is GABA. GABA (an amino acid) is
most
prevalent in mackeral and glutens. It is a neurotransmitter
in the brain. Don't know about other celiacs, but I do not get much GABA in
my diet.
I notice that I have many of the symptoms of deficiency (it is important to
know that
not all who are deficient would have all the symptoms). Some of the other
symptoms of
GABA deficiency besides depression are intention tremors, anxiety,
neurotransmitter
imbalance (too little or too much norepinephrine and serotonin), circadian
rhythm
problems, insomnia, chills and sweats....
Deficiency of the B vitamins (many also prevalent in grain products) can
affect the nerves.
Also anemias and other common celiac deficiencies can be related to
depression.
And, realize, also, that there is a period of grief attached to being dxed
with celiac disease.
This is very common and can happen many years after being dxed, not just
after initial dx.
Celiac disease can affect socialization and, this can lead to depression
states.
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