Depression Questions (Page 67)

How long before feeling back to normal after stopping sertraline??

I was on Sertraline for about 2 years & 4 months for panic attacks, anxiety, OCD disturbing thoughts & some depression (caused by the panic attacks) I was very reluctant to take anything since I am into more natural remedies but after trying everything I could for months I decided to take... read more

Tinnitus increase from venlafaxine/Effexor withdrawal?

Hi I am a 31 year old woman who has had tinnitus for almost 6 months, the onset resulted in deep depression and anxiety and I was put on 225 mg of venlafaxine/Effexor. Unfortunately it didn't help me enough and I had some very harsh side effects, so I have had to switch my AD and come off... read more

Side effects of missing a dose of Effexor?

Hello all! I have been on Effexor for about a year now, recently getting my dose upped to 225mg. It has been alright as I’m still in the adjustment period. Although, when I miss a dose I feel like I can almost immediately tell. I get this odd nausea sensation and a weird... read more

Switching from Effexor to lexapro - need advice ?

My doctor wants to switch me from 75 mg of Effexor to 10 mg of lexapro. I have more anxiety than depression and he thinks lexapro will be better. He told me just to take them at the same time and then after a few weeks stop taking Effexor. Seems not right... I'm thinking I'll do every... read more

Generic Wellbutrin SR - which is more like brand? "Sandoz" Bupropion SR or "Mylan" Bupropion SR?

Asking for recent personal experiences with these two generics of the Brand name Wellbutrin SR - if anyone is getting effective relief with one or the other? Does anyone have as good success with the generic as they did when insurance covered brand name? If so, which generic? Thanks in advance for... read more

Is it safe to be taking buspirone and Cymbalta together?

I have been on buspirone 10 mg 2 times a day and Cymbalta 20 mg delayed release at bedtime for the last three years. My Mother passed away recently and my dosage was doubled on both medicines for the last 3 months now. I feel fine but it's it safe? I keep reading scary stuff.

The doctor gave me Lexapro 10mg and I only took for 2 days and I’m having the worst side effects?

I’m really nervous! I took 10mg of Lexapro for 2 days! I’ve had hot flashes, loss of appetite, dizziness,my head feels numb (please tell me someone else has that) , nausea, it has made my anxiety 10x worse. Please someone help!! I’ve seen some older comments of some similar side... read more

Flushed, warm, tingly sensation following Prozac use?

I am on week 2 of an increase from 20 mg to 40 mg of Prozac for depression. I only took the 20 mg dosage for 2 weeks. Before then, I had been on Pristiq for 9 months. I am experiencing a dizzy feeling in my head accompanied by a warm, tingling sensation, dilated pupils, shakiness, among other... read more

Will adding 30mg Buspar help 150mg Effexor XR treat my depression?

I currently take 150mg Effexor XR for depression, GAD, and panic disorder. Today my doctor added 10mg Buspar 3x a day, as well as 5mg Lexapro (he said it’ll help the anxiety). My depression has been really bad lately and I read on multiple websites that Buspar can help antidepressants fight... read more

What is the difference between Xanax and Alprazolam? How are they different?

I have narcolepsy so I take medicines to help keep me awake during the day. I also have anxiety & a couple different as needed prescriptions for that, alprazolam & clonidine (newer script). I rarely take them because they make me even more sleepy & slow than I already am). I have a... read more

Lexapro - does it get worse before it gets better?

Hi all, I've been on many SSRI's in the past and had no side effects from any of them. This is my 5th day on lex an am having some joint pains, ringing ears and my left wrist is a bit swollen. The 1st 2 days were AMAZING - absolutely no anxiety, couldn't worry if i tried. Started to... read more

Why has Lexapro made me so emotional and paranoid & very jumpy sense starting? When will it stop?

I can’t take much more of this! Help

Has anyone had success on 25mg Zoloft?

Hi, I started 25mg Zoloft about 2 months ago, after the first month I increased it to 37.5mg- I’m beyond exhausted. Just saw my doc who recommended going back down to 25mg as I’m very sensitive to ALL psych meds. I did see improvement on the 25mg. Has anyone else had this low dose help... read more

Effexor XR - What is the highest dose you can take?

Does Abilify make anyone else tired?

Abilify makes me so tired I can't even function. So what other mediciness that work with lamotrigine can I take instead?