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Klerksdorp, ZA

Does anyone of u take Epilem tablets for depression?

May 13, 2018
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Yes, definitely seroquel at night. Does make you tired. Try not to take it too late or you may be groggy the next day! Effexor is known for zapping your energy

May 24, 2018 (edited)
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Hi. I take Epitec which is the same as Epilem & it's a mood stabilizer. I also take Venlor and Dopaquel. Dopaquel does make you sleepy so I take it at night. Venlor, if you stop taking it, it make your head feel like cotton wool & you can get sick.

May 23, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I just did some research and it is usually added to an antidepressant, not used alone. It's used as an adjunct. I'm on the antidepressant @Lexapro and a mood stabilizer, @Lamictal, which is an adjunct med. it's also an anti seizure drug like epilem. Hope this helps:) just a question, are you on an antidepressant also?!!

May 13, 2018 (edited)
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Thanks for the info!

May 24, 2018
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Yes, but I think you definitely need a med change. What are you diagnosed with and do you regularly see a psychiatrist?

May 15, 2018