... on 14 different antidepressants.
Prozac 40 mg not working as well, should I go up on dose, or switch to new drug? I have already been
Question posted by Kashi1897 on 20 Feb 2024
Last updated on 21 February 2024 by kevinb1953
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I agree with veterinarian vet. Whatever you do, run it by your Health Care provider or pharmacist first.
Then try to stay as far away as you can from benzodiasipan (benzos) they work but very easily dependent on, (Hooked).
Best regards
Kevinb1953
Hi, Kashi!
You could go as high as 80mg of the Prozac (fluoxetine) if you want to give that a try. Remember that you need to give it at LEAST 6-8 weeks for any antidepressant to become fully effective.
After being on 15 ineffective medications I'm surprised that you haven't been prescribed a mood stabilizer (Lamictal for example) and/or a booster antipsychotic (Abilify or Rexulti). If you've had no response you might try Latuda, Vraylar, or Caplyta for Bipolar depression. Also, if you haven't already, you should look into CBT talk therapy as an adjunct to your medication.
I just noticed that anxiety related disorders are a major problem for you. Ask about BuSpar (buspirone) and Troriluzole.
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