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Mar 16, 2022ACX

Highlights From The Comments On Zulresso

Scott Alexander highlights and responds to expert comments on his previous posts about Zulresso and Zuranolone, covering various aspects of these drugs and related topics.

12 min read 1,804 words

Mar 10, 2022ACX

Progesterone Megadoses Might Be A Cheap Zulresso Substitute

Scott Alexander proposes using high-dose oral progesterone as a potential low-cost alternative to Zulresso for treating postpartum depression, based on pharmacological research.

5 min read 701 words

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Jul 18, 2019SSC

Know Your Gabapentinoids

Scott Alexander compares three gabapentinoid drugs (gabapentin, pregabalin, and phenibut), exploring their effects, mechanisms, and the mysteries surrounding their differing efficacies despite chemical similarities.

15 min read 2,297 words

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