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Has anyone tried Trintellix or have an opinion on it?
I have a hard time with stomach issues when on SSRI's and SNRI's. Have had to stop meds months after being on them due to nausea, weight loss and bad side effects. I am confused about why the psych doc prescribed this, as it has a high incidence of causing nausea. Has anyone tried it and gotten... read more
Gaining weight very quickly after stopping Cymbalta?
I recently quit taking Cymbalta about a month ago and am just now getting over the horrible withdrawals. I am a 19 year old female and have been taking this drug since I was 17 along with Seroquel which I stopped about 2 months ago. Since stopping I have gained 20 pounds in a month. I have not had... read more
Abilify Maintena 400mg's injection side effects - not enjoying?
I suffer from schizo affective disorder I am prescribed 400 mg's of Abilify Maintena injection every 4 weeks and I am not happy with it I am experiencing some side effects and symptoms from taking it.. It's making me feel lethargic, tired and sleepy (having too much sleep 14 hours a night) It's... read more
Vivid dreams/nightmares and hallucinations on Viibryd?
Hi, I'm new here so I apologize if I do anything wrong. I'm a 22 year-old female who started Viibryd about a month ago for anxiety and depression after zoloft had shown no results. I take 40 mg of Viibryd every morning and it has helped my anxiety a lot and lightened my mood a little bit. I've... read more
Effexor XR - Does the yawning go away? Why am I so tired and have depressive episodes?
Sorry if this has already been answered..I'm not used to q&a forums really. (Providing a lengthy info) I am a 22 year old female. I was first prescribed venlafaxine a couple months ago for general anxiety and depression. My doctor started me on 37.5 for the first week, told me to double it the... read more
I am so itchy!!! Which med is causing this? Feel like a chimpanzee...HELP?
Okay friends, you guys are so smart on here and I mean that sincerely!! My whole body has been itching like crazy lately and it is making me freak out. Now here is what I am on, starting from what I have been on the longest: Klonipin, 14 years, Ambien, 10+ years, Topamax, 1year, Effexor, a month,... read more
Has anyone else been on venlafaxine/Effexor for 23 years? I have been concerned about long term use?
It worked well for my depression in the past. I took 75mg of Effexor XR with no need of increase for years. Was increased to 150 mg a number of years ago. Then the generic venlafaxine. Increased to 200 mg a a few years ago. As of Jan this year couldn't take the XR form due to insurance. Other than... read more
I'm on my first week of Zoloft 25mg. What else is good to help with anxiety beside benzodiazepines??
Suffering from anxiety I went from Prozac 80mg to Zoloft 25mg. I know it takes weeks to kick in so I'm going through anxiety. Can anyone can help with a medicine I can take besides benzos to keep my anxiety under control until the Zoloft starts working? I really need help. It's tough rite now. Any... read more
Upping Zoloft Dose 50mg to 100mg feeling side effects 10 days in?
Hello all another post about Zoloft, I have been on Zoloft for about 5 weeks and 5 days. The first month I was on 50mg and it was rough about 4 weeks in I started feeling myself again I could say definitely better. About 11 days ago I was upped to 100mg and was ok for the first few days. The last... read more
Wellbutrin - Anybody ever feel tired rather than energized on bupropion 150 SR?
Today is my 2nd day on bupropion 150 sr for major depression. I've been depressed for 2 yrs after my dad's horrible death.The doc said that in a couple of days I could take a 2nd 150sr pill. I was tired before trying this AD, but now it's worse. I still take Klonopin 1 mg at nite to actually fall... read more
Effexor for 7 years, Switching to Wellbutrin...KNOCKS ME OUT!!! ANYONE ELSE??
The doctor is weaning me off of Effexor XR slowly. 37.5 mg removed... Adding 75mg Buproprion 2x per day.. Have taken Effexor Xr 225mg for 7+ years, but have been suffering from MDD for most of my life. Have only been on meds a couple days, but I read time and time again that I'd have energy but... read more
Trintellix - How long does is take for the nausea to go away?
Just started my first dose last night and I was up till 4am because I felt so nauseous. I know side effects usually subside, I've always been sensitive to side effects. Had to stop taking Lithium because I could never get used to it. I'm on Lamictal as well. (150 mg) and don't have any problems.... read more
Wellbutrin and fatigue response?
Hello, I was wondering how many people have had increased fatigue instead of the typical revved up/anxious response to Wellbutrin? I am on a starting dose of 150mg and am feeling fatigued and lethargic with subdued irritability. Did anyone who had this unique response find that it went away with... read more
Alopecia - I take hydroxyzine, buspar, and wellbutrin. Which of these meds could be possible causes?
... of recent thinning hair or hair loss? These are the only meds I take. I know that anxiety itself can cause these problems. Has anyone had this hair problem with any of the meds I mentioned? "G"
Cymbalta, all temp or perm negative effects (do they outweigh benefits)?
ANYTHING ABOUT CYMBALTA FROM EXPERIENCE IS MUCH APPRECIATED. Hi, I'm 19. Ive been struggling with depression for 8 years, anxiety 7, and chronic pain for 5 years. I have never taken medication; due to being afraid of worsening these issues, especially depression and anxiety. I let my Dr. prescribe... read more
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