Remeron (Antidepressant Drug) and Enbrel/Methotrexate mix

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- I'm on Celexa (antidepressant) along with MTX and folic acid,

meloxicam, Enbrel, birth control, allergy meds, cholesterol meds, and Ambien

CR to sleep. Many times I have been concerned over the sheer number of

meds, and about depression meds in general, but about 2 years ago my PCP

expressed concern that I was depressed, and though she knew I wasn't

thrilled with the idea, she was recommending an antidepressant. My rheumy

jumped right on the bandwagon, and recommended double the dose. And you

know what? I have been very grateful. I still certainly have " depressive "

times (as my hubby calls it), and I wonder if the meds really work. Then I

think back, and realize how bad off I would be if I wasn't taking them at

all! They help me deal with my situation, with my pain, and even with

sleep, and I'm grateful for the option! Trust your docs on this one, and

give them a try. Perhaps you could request a mild, low dose one - they do

exist.

Niki in NC

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and am curious if anyone else is on an Antidepressant, birth control

(women only .. haha) and the arthritic meds and how you find it.. I

guess I am looking outwards for some reassurance that I'm not

overmedicating myself??