HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Does Marijuana Have An Affect On Depression Treatment?

I am a daily marijuana user and have been for years. I am diagnosed as bipolar, although I have many more problems with depression than mania. I have tried almost every antidepressant out there and am currently on Nortryptiline (just started) and lithium. At our last appt. my doctor said I have treatment resistant depression and wants to try ect. Do I need to quit any of these drugs before I try ect?
Tue, 14 Oct 2014
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist,  's  Response
Marijuana itaelf causes depresaion and mania.
So better to stop them first.
Tab escitalopram will be better to ovwrcomw depression.
Sideby side counselling is must.


So dont worry. Hope my suggestions helpful and thankful to you. Take care. Don't forget to give ratings.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
Does Marijuana Have An Affect On Depression Treatment?

Marijuana itaelf causes depresaion and mania. So better to stop them first. Tab escitalopram will be better to ovwrcomw depression. Sideby side counselling is must. So dont worry. Hope my suggestions helpful and thankful to you. Take care. Don t forget to give ratings.