Antidepressant Questions (Page 10)

Which is the best antidepressant for anxiety with the least side effects?

I already take buspar for anxiety, but I feel as though adding an antidepressant would be more effective for me. I have taken many in the past, but the side effect of weight gain has been a deal breaker for me in the past. Anyone have good results with an antidepressant without significant weight... read more

Trintellix - Sex problems on anti-depressants?

Does Trintellix prevent you from having an orgasm? I had this problem on a very low dose of Duloxetine, I also gained 10 pounds. I am very sensitive to side effects so I’m wondering how others have been effected.

Just started citalopram and checking side affects?

I’m on day 4 of taking citalopram after refusing all types of antidepressants for 17 years started when I was 16 I’m now 33 but this year has pushed me right over the edge after losing my dad in may 2020 and then this horrid virus (which sets my health anxiety disorder off) then... read more

First time on a antidepressant?

It is my first time on an antidepressant. I have anxiety and mild depression. I’m 21 years old. My doctor prescribed me Zoloft. I’m really nervous to take it. I shouldn’t have Googled side effects but I did and now I am nervous to take the 1st pill. I am supposed to take 25mg for... read more

Oleptro - Been on Nefazodone for 21 years. Med been on backorder for almost 6 months?

Tried 7 different antidepressants before finding Nefazodone. Took Serzone first but then they took it off the market and kept the generic. My life started at 40 when I started taking it. Now 21 years later and no information on when it will be available is very stressful for me. I don't want... read more

Good antidepressant to take alongside lamotrigine?

About to start on lamotrigine for my Bipolar Disorder (I had previously been on Depakote however I gained dangerous levels of weight). Lamotrigine's obviously preventative re: depressive episodes and my psychiatrist advised it's not that effective in treating depression, if/when I get it... read more

Citalopram - I’ve been on antidepressants for 20+ years for anxiety and depression.

I have tried various drugs and doses I am currently on 30mg of citalopram but still get quite anxious and depressed at times.Should I go up to 40mg or try something different? Thank you.

I’ve found tramadol fantastic. Can I take 100mg?

Does anyone drink on tramadol as I have and haven’t had any issues for 2 years taking two50mg tramadol a day? What do you think people, I am also on sertraline 100mg? Should I stop taking the sertraline? I am not sure it does anything? I have not felt any better depression wise since taking... read more

Cymbalta causing my weight gain?

About a year ago I started with antidepressants. I tried a couple different ones to get to one I felt best with. That was Cymbalta. I’ve had two kids ages 3&2. I had finally got back to my pre-pregnancy weight with my first child after having my second. Then I started taking Cymbalta and... read more

Adderall or anti-depressant?

I have a 20 year old son who took Adderall from 1st grade until some time in high school when he started not liking the way it made him feel. Since graduating, he's been on Wellbutrin once but he says it didn't do anything. Being 20, he says he wants to be able to control his own mind.... read more

Anyone have issues going from 5mg to 10mg of Trintellix?

I have tried dozens of antidepressants over the last 20 years. I recently started 5 mg of Trintellix for one week while weaning off of Cymbalta. I felt wonderful for the first time in years and then this week after only being on 5 mg for seven days went up to 10 mg per my doctor‘s order.... read more

Citalopram for 7 weeks (anxiety)?

I have taken citalopram for around 7 weeks for anxiety that has been present for many years, constant worrying, health anxiety, panic attacks and more. I started on 10mg for 4 weeks and have now been taking 20mg for 3 weeks. Had pretty rough side effects during the first week but that passes to... read more

What does cross tapering in antidepressants mean?

Skeptical user on starting Cymbalta?

I have tried 6 different antidepressants in the last 3 years and none worked. Some just did nothing, some put me in zombie mode and some made me feel as if I had drank 10 expresso’s. For 6 months I have not taken anything , but depression and anxiety has gotten to a all time high, so I knew I... read more

Elavil - What is the best antidepressant to use?

Best antidepressant with the least noticeable side effects but best results in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and panic