Troy, MI
A 30-year-old male asked:
I am taking elavil, nuvigil, remeron, and xanax (alprazolam) for anxiety/depression/chronic daily fatigue. the first 3 have me in a fog. will weaning off help me?
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Dr. William Gayaanswered
Neurology 31 years experience
Pharmacology: Of the three medications Elavil (amitriptyline) the most likely to give you a "fog" sensation and Nuvigil is the least likely. Consult with your physician before making any adjustments on your medications. Hope you feel better soon.
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Dr. Kenneth Adleranswered
Psychiatry 51 years experience
Yes: Weaning off medication may help. Nuvigil is not usually sedating or causing "fog", the three other medications could. Discuss adjusting medication with treating physician, it is not safe to abruptly stop all of these medications.
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