Depression Questions (Page 49)

What do you do when SSRI's do not work for you?

I have PTDS, anxiety,nocturnal wake up anxiety and depression.They have tried Celexa, Lexapro, Zoloft, Effexor, Wellbutrin but no combo's. I had the worst side effects with all of them unable to function or eat. Do not want to take Paxil as I heard its very hard to come off of. Have not tried... read more

My dr. told me that Valerian root would help me with my benzos withdarwls & not having my meds?

I was told to go to a pharamacy and ask for valerian root which Dr. Mattewson said it would help me about my xanax situation. I've been on xaxax for 20 yrs and that's the only meds that help me with my bipolar & epilisey and he aint helped me out any all in the way i know whats best... read more

I just started Zoloft. Has anyone ever experienced a burning sensation in your lower abdomen??

Xanax XR - What makes a doctor specifically prescribe Xanax to a patient?

How long does it take for Lexapro to work ?

I have anxiety and depression and have been on Lexapro for a month and a half. I'm currently on 5mg at bedtime. I am still tired, no motivation, dizzy and feel hopeless and useless. Is 5mg too low and maybe I need a higher dose or is lexapro causing these issues.

Can paxil cause my period to come early please help?

Started paxil ten days ago and got my period now when I wasn't expecting it yet for another week or so is this dangerous I'm especially scared cause I take xarelto for a dvt

My husband has been taking zoloft for about a month now for depression and anger. Things have?

... improved, but last night we had a huge fight and I thought he should have been able to control his anger a little better than he did. Is this normal??

What supplements to take along with ssri?

I'm taking a multi, b complex, probiotic, and fish oil. I'm on 20 mg citalopram. My main side effect is the tired lethargic feeling so I'm hoping the supplements will help a bit.

Anyone start effexor and get hit with headaches then anxiety?

I've had depression since I can remember as well as inattentive ADD. I was diagnosed at 17. I am 44 now. I used to have severe anxiety (treated with xanax)... however a life changing experience got me off xanax. Been prescribed adderall along with several different anti depressants. I feel no... read more

Propranolol - does it cause depression?

Lithium - 900mg at bedtime to start, is this too much to start with?

My doctor wants me to start on lithium 900mg at bedtime . I'm worried that it's a little too much to start with. Also he said to get the levels drawn next month but I know most people will get them done about 5 days after starting / changing dose. Also the lab order is just for the... read more

What are the pro's and con's to prozac vs. zoloft for teen girls with family mental health issues?

Is Bupropion XL 150mg tablets the same as Brupon 150 SR?

I have been taking Bupropion XL 150 mg tablets and have backup if I run out of them with a Bupron SR 150 mg tablets. With XL my doctor prescribes 450 mg taken all at once in the morning. Can the Bupron SR be taken in the same dosage once in the morning? Simply, does SR and XL function the same way... read more

Can going from 20mg of Paxil to 10mg cause increased anxiety?

About 6 weeks ago I went from 20mg of Paxil to 10mg. I was fine until about a week ago I got increased anxiety and my mind kept thinking weird thoughts and images. Now I just feel sad all the time and my appetite is almost nonexistent. Could this be from going down? Would it take 6 weeks to effect... read more

Wellbutrin-when to take?

My dr put me on 150mg Wellbutrin once in the morning for a week then twice a day after that.I haven't started the twice a day even though it's been over a month since I've started the Wellbutrin. I take a lot of meds so it is hard to find time to take even one more. My question is... read more