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Prozac 40 mg not working as well, should I go up on dose, or switch to new drug? I have already been
... on 14 different antidepressants.
Interaction - metoprolol and amitriptyline?
I get migraines, and tension headaches daily. I am switching from a beta blocker to an antidepressant. My doctor neglected to inform me about whether or not the drugs interact to guess its probably fine but I want to make sure. Currently, I take 50mg metoprolol which I will starting weaning off... read more
Are antidepressants safe for people with MVP?
I have posted on here many times so please bear with me. I deal with ocd, anxiety, depression, and now fatigue and other premenopausal symptoms. I want so much to have a better life. I barely have any real friends to support me. I'm barely working. I want to be able to work and enjoy life. I... read more
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
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.
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
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
Back on Effexor for second time -advice please?
Please can I get some advice? I was on Venlafaxine for a good couple of years, 150mg a day. All was great. Then a GP (not my usual one) suddenly rejected my on-line request for more meds in April. She rang me to say I should be reducing my dose, with a view to quitting it. I was taken aback, was... read more
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