Depression Questions (Page 27)

Is 5mg of Lexapro enough for "mild anxiety"? Will this low dose make the stabilizing period easier?

Hi guys, I am new to this website and have a couple questions about Lexapro. Let me give you background. I am a 25 year old female (5'3", 120 lbs) I first started Lexapro at age 23 for depression in April 2012. After 8 weeks, my body adjusted, and Lexapro worked amazingly with my chemistry. In... read more

Can a 10mg Brintellix be split in half? I have been struggling with nausea for the first 3 doses, so

... I want to try half a pill

I would like to know if anyone had any weight gain on trazodone or even better weight loss?

I have been taking some meds for pain in my back and neck because of a car accident. In the process i have put on some weight because of different drugs and lack of activities. I have been suffering depression which i feel is part of the weight gain . I don't sleep well and have been prescribed... read more

Insomnia: How to take Mirtazapine (Remeron) 7.5 MG for best results?

I have insomnia, under what conditions should I take Mirtazapine (Remeron) 7.5 MG to get the best sleep results? On an empty stomach or with a meal? Right before going to sleep or a few hours before? I ask because I recently tried Ambien, which did nothing to help me. I was so desperate for sleep... read more

Lamictal + Abilify?

I'm 46- dealt with depression my whole life and at 19 had a psychotic break/manic episode and then diagnosed BP 1. I refused to take the lithium that was prescribed to me and had 3 more complete psychotic breaks- I got the hint and since the last manic episode was so horrific- absolutely destroyed... read more

How long does it take citalopram to leave your system?

I have been taking citalopram for the last six years. I have not taken a 40 mg per day tablet of citalopram for the last five days. How long will it take my body to be free of the citalopram?

How do you know Zoloft is starting to work?

Was wondering if anyone could share with me what they noticed when zoloft started working for them? Was it small tiny improvements at first or was it a significant difference one day?

Today, is 3 weeks I have been on Prozac. I am more depressed and anxious than ever?

A lot of the reviews say it takes 4 to 6 weeks to kick in. Im trying to stick it out because i heard this is the "miracle " drug. Is it normal for the first month to feel worse before you get better?

I just started Wellbutrin xl 150mg for my anxiety and would like feedback please?

I understand a lot of people are prescribed this for depression. I however do not have depression, only anxiety. I have had generalized anxiety for as long as I can remember which I could get through. Now I am starting to have panic attacks and no sleep due to these attacks. My doctor put me on... read more

Trazodone - Took 200mg within two hours and still wide awake. Can not sleep?

Will Lexapro help with binge eating disorder?

I am a freshman in college and have been struggling with binge eating disorder, anxiety, and major depression. I love the school I attend, but for some reason I am always emotional and binge eating for comfort. Has anyone taken Lexapro and experienced less binges? I'm hoping with less depression... read more

Haloperidol - Does haldol cause weight gain?

I have been on lithium but now haldol for bipolar with mania and schizoaffective. Was on zyprexa in past and just lost all the weight I gained from it.

Mirtazapine : afraid of losing myself & no motivation?

Hi everyone ! I don't speak english fluently so please don't judge me about that :) Before taking this medication, i had little to no motivation and i was always seeing horrific images of myself (including self injured parts of myself). I never had violents acts on myself, but was taking drugs... read more

How long did it take you to adjust to Effexor?

Today is day 7 of taking Effexor XR 37.5mg... After I take it, I feel like everything is heightened as far as feeling anxious and emotional. I cry at the drop of a hat. Tomorrow I start 75mg and I'm scared of what it will do. Everyone who has tried Effexor has told me I have to give it time. I am... read more

Trintellix - Best time to take Morning or Bed time?

What works for everyone ? In the morning or at bed time??