DXM - The Plateaus

[theantidepressants]

I have found that the most efficient way to get DXM into the body is by the use of Robitussin CoughGels.
On my last trip I took a full bottle - 20 caps / 15mg each... Totaling out at 300mg...
I experienced a blurry 2nd plateau trip that wasn't too too enjoyable.
I way 170lbs and generally have a higher tolerance for drugs in general.
I am looking to reach the third plateau and I have 40 more caps (600mg) remaining.
Do you think that is a reasonable/safe amount for someone who is also on 100mg of Zoloft.
I have heard stories about serotonin syndrome (as rare as it is) it is still a scary situation to associate myself with.

Any suggestions?

 

[Thorns Have Roses]

I posted the actual journal article in the B&D or one of the subthreads, but there are recorded cases of DXM + SSRI causing serotonin syndrome, so I have to say don't do it. Wait till you get off the zoloft. It may be rare, but the risk is not worth it.

 

[Anon610]

You need 7-10 days for Zoloft to get completely out of your system.
But the half life is 22 hours, still I'd give it at least a 5 day off period.

Call your doctor at once if you have any new or worsening symptoms such as: mood or behavior changes, anxiety, panic attacks, trouble sleeping, or if you feel impulsive, irritable, agitated, hostile, aggressive, restless, hyperactive (mentally or physically), more depressed, or have thoughts about suicide or hurting yourself.

If you get these side effects I'd say its not even worth it to use DXM. Zoloft withdraw can be horrendous mentally.