Emsam Questions

Depression - Hi I just started the patch emsam,, does anyone use this, no side effects yet except?

... for redness at patch site does this go away?? I really want to give this drug a chance :(

Posted 16 Feb 2012 • 2 answers •

Somnote - Does Medicare cover this drug?

I am on EMSAM and it works great but it causes untreatable insomnia. My Doctor prescribed Somnote but medicare doesn't seem to cover it. Has any one had this problem.

Posted 12 Dec 2011 • 1 answer •

Emsam - How do you overcome the insomnia?

I've tried: Ativan 2mg, Seroquel 300mg, Ambien, Lunesta and trazadone

Posted 4 Dec 2011 • 1 answer •

Emsam is effective in patch form only, my problem is a skin reaction any thoughts?

Posted 15 Nov 2011 • 0 answers •

I am taking emsam and it feel like something is in my throat?

my throat hurt i have been on the patch for 1 week, that is one of the side of effects i am having

Posted 15 Nov 2011 • 2 answers •

Emsam - Has anyone had skin irritation at the sights of the patches? I develope raised skin (welts)?

... and itching after removing the patches

Posted 21 Sep 2011 • 1 answer •

Anyone know what to take to get rid of anorgasmia while on Emsam?

Hi! I'm on 12 mg of the Emsam patch, after 4 weeks at 6 mg, then 8 at 9mg, and started experiencing sexual SE by week 6 at 9 mg, especially with ED and anorgasmia. Now it's gotten really ...

Posted 4 Sep 2011 • 0 answers •

Has anyone taken Emsam with Seroquel or Geodon?

My doctor is taking me off Seroquel and replacing it with Geodon. I am curious if others have tried these and their experience. Thanks in advance!

Posted 6 Jul 2011 • 1 answer •

Is emsam available in the uk?

Posted 13 Jun 2011 • 1 answer •

I am starting the EMSAM patch soon and am concerned about taking Vicadin. It is prescribed by my?

Orthopedist for.. pain for broken hip and Degenerative Disk Disease. I take only as needed (not numerous pills a day) Is there any danger in taking Vicadin while on the patch?

Posted 20 Apr 2011 • 2 answers •

Does caffeine affect? I drink regular sweet tea and eat chocolate and wondering if there is a prob?

lem? Also I have to take Vicadin for Degenerative disk Disease and a broken hip. Sometimes the pain prevents me from doing normal tasks. I am on SS Disability because of this. Will Vicadin interfere ...

Posted 20 Apr 2011 • 2 answers •

How Long is an Emsam Taper - 6mg Patch?

I've been on 6mg Emsam for 9 mo. Didn't work (except to give me gambling & smoking cravings). I'm stopping (doc knows). Not sure how to taper it. Had bad antidepressant withdrawals ...

Posted 4 Feb 2011 • 1 answer •

How do you treat severe insomnia on EMSAM?

In 1982 I was put on Nardil 15mg and could only sleep 2 hours a night, then added Ativan 2mg and Benadryl. I had to stay in hospital until I could sleep at least 6 hrs. Now I am on EMSAM patch 9mg ...

Posted 29 Oct 2010 • 3 answers • 1 star

How long did it take Emsam to work for the "typical" user?

My husband is going into week 4 having the med increased from 6mg to 9mg with little to no effect. He did the washout had a terrible time with it and now is still really depressed. He is not ...

Posted 7 Sep 2010 • 1 answer •

Doctor is about to put me on Emsam for Anxiety, Depression, and RLS. Has anyone tried this?

Posted 26 Aug 2010 • 2 answers •