Depression Questions (Page 76)

Provigil - Does modafinil adjust and start showing affects of wakefulness instantly or over time?

I tried modafinil on two different occasions. Once I took a 100 mg and saw no difference. the second time I took 200 mg after breakfast and half an hour later took a nap that was 2.5 hours long. Not sure if it takes a few days to start working or if it just doesn't work for me.

Sertraline - how long does it take to work?

I have been on sertraline nearly 9weeks now n I still don't see any major improvement,how long does it take to actually work.

I am having terrible night sweats! Help! Does anyone know something that can get rid of these? Help!

Recent med changes. Higher dose of Lamictal. Trazadone and added prazosin. Sorry if I misspelled these. I know some of it may be hormones. But since the med changes it's like I've gone swimming. Night sweats then chills and trembling. I need some relief!

How to stop taking quetiapine?

Just switched from lexapro to paxil help?

I was on 20 Mgs for close to 8 weeks it didnt work for severe anxiety panic and depression I switched directly to paxil 20 Mgs will I have to wait another four plus weeks to see if this works

Can mirtazapine cause hypothyroidism?

I have been taking mirtazapine for the past 6 months for depression and insomnia. I have recently been told I have hypothyroidism and have started medication for that. It could just be a coincident, but I was wondering if anyone else has had a similar experience.

Mirtazapine - really sleepy in the morning?

I had a really bad viral infection about a week ago and it prevented me from sleeping due to bad sinus pain... I then found once my symptoms were gone that I was still struggling to sleep... I literally could not fall asleep and the more and more I thought about it..the more anxious and panicky I... read more

Been on lexapro 20mg for 4 years, feel it's not working for me anymore. Sadness, hopelessness!?

So in 2009 I had my first baby. I've had GAD since I was 19, was on Effexor XR for a short time before getting pregnant, was off it during my pregnancy and despite being more worried than average, I had a great pregnancy and delivery. However I had horrible, constant panic attack anxiety directly... read more

Wanting to take out my nuvaring early due to side effects?

I was wondering what would happen if I took out my nuvaring 2 weeks early. I have been on it for about 3 months, ever since I started taking it, I have had very bad xerostomia, some depression and anxiety, low sex drive. I am finally fed up with these side effects and can't take it any longer. I... read more

What time of day is best to take Celexa?

My doctor prescribed Celexa for my severe anxiety and depression. I feel like I'm going crazy and the physical symtoms due to the anxiety are really bad! I am currently taking Nortriptyline 50mg and clonazapam 0.5 mg 3 times a day. It seems that for some reason they have quit working or are no... read more

Can I take Ativan 1mg while taking Clonazepam 0.50 mg X 2 & 30 mg Mirtazepine?

I have been prescribed 0.5mg of Clonazepam twice a day along with 30 mg of Mirtazepine at night for Depression and anxiety.But do not feel fully relaxed or comfortable. Will 1 mg of Ativan help me get rid of the restlessness I feel during the day if taken as a SOS .I also have Primary open angle... read more

How to deal with Abilify hunger and weight gain?

Abilify is making me so hungry all the time and I've gained 7 lbs. in a little over a month. How can I deal with the hunger I almost constantly feel? And how can I lose the weight and keep it from coming back? I know weight gain can be a side effect but I need this medication I even paid over $600... read more

Discontinuing Naltrexone, any advice?

My prescription has just run out and i've decided to discontinue treatment. I wonder if any one has any advice about how i can expect to feel? I've been taking it for a couple of years to aid abstaining from alcohol

How long does it take for Klonopin to work? Does it have to build up in your system?

After having depression/anxiety symptoms and not being able to see my Dr for three weeks, I restarted on Prozac 20mg using some unfinished meds. After 10 days I became extremely agitated with constant rapid heartbeat; my anxiety symptoms magnified greatly, and worst of all, I have been unable to... read more

Bupropion - How is Wellbutrin for ruminative thinking?

I was diagnosed about 3 months ago with ADD and GAD. I started out on 5 mg of Adderall and it has been immediately life-changing: more energy, more ability to focus and stay on task, much less anxious, not as easily distracted, improved short-term memory, and much more emotionally balanced with my... read more