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Auvelity and ketamine infusions
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: 7 hours ago | Replies (16)Comment receiving replies
Antidepressants can indeed be quite expensive. I've run into this personally.
At the same time, just wanted to gently point out the potential dangers and risks of "making your own," as bupropion and dextromethorphan (Auvelity) is different then taking a prescription of bupropion and cough medication, according to a colleague who works in Psychiatry & Psychology. Please consider consulting with your doctor about alternatives to concocting medications. Manufacterer savings programs have also been useful to me over time for more expensive medications, and I see that there is one available from the maker of this pharmaceutical.
You might also be interested in this Mayo Clinic Press publication about depression treatment:
- Depression’s new directions - Mayo Clinic Press https://mcpress.mayoclinic.org/major-depressive-disorder/depressions-new-directions/
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@lisalucier my personal experience trying both brand-name Auvelity as well as “homemade” (generic bupropion and generic dex) is that they are NOT the same, AT ALL. I know it works great for some and cost is certainly an issue. However I was personally blown away at the difference; I would guess there is a time-release mechanism at play with the combo that made the difference for me.
Personally I found Auvelity very dangerous for me but I am glad when I hear about any treatments having a positive effect for others. It’s worth a conversation with your prescribing physician for sure.