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Paxil~ is it worth it - weight gain and sexual side effects?
I’m 30 years old and have been dealing with social anxiety, worry, and fear and being so timid all my life. It’s gotten worse lately along w depression and suicidal thoughts. Just yesterday I went to see a very reputable psychologist and after hearing my story he recommended Paxil. I... read more
Effexor XR - How is Effexor better then Lexapro or Zoloft?
Im a 25 year old male and iv taken Zoloft about two years ago for my social anxiety and it worked for about a month then did the complete opposite and made me more nervous then before. Also i recently tried Lexapro and the first day i took it, it was unbearable for me, it made me extremely nervous... read more
I took Paxil for 10 years, I have been on Celexa for 6 months I take 80 mg every morning and feel?
... like it isn't helping as much as it should, anyone have this problem also?
How do you know if zoloft is working?
2 weeks and 3 days in and feel like it is and isn't working for me. I just can't tell since I haven't gave it a full 4-6 weeks to fully start working. Have no doctor as of now.
Switching from Paxil to Citalopram?
Hi. I've been on Paxil 40mg for nearly a decade now which has helped me get out of a fog but with a recent downturn in my life (under-employment) I asked my doc for an adjunct med. Instead he's taking me off Paxil and putting me on Citalopram HBR (is HBR different than merely Citalopram?)... read more
Sertraline - Is Zoloft worth it?
I've only been on Zoloft (25 mg) for four days and I'm having headaches, I have no appetite, and my emotions are all over the place. A lot of people are saying 'it gets worse before it gets better' but are the negative side effects worth it? I've read both good and bad... read more
Has anyone else noticed increased libido with Effexor XR caps?
I was put on Effexor Extended Release (75mg) about a month ago. I was coming off of Seroquel when they changed my diagnosis from Borderline Personality Disorder to generalized depression, social phobia, and PTSD. They also put me on Clonidine (0.2 - 0.3 mg), but I don't notice any change in my... read more
I am extremely tired and yawning uncontrollably. I am on the 20mg Paxil?
Day one: excessive yawning, and fatigue. Does the yawning and feeling extremely tired ever go away???
What is the proper starting dosage for Celexa?
I was just prescribed Celexa for generalized/social anxiety and panic attacks. I was given a 20mg dosage and simply told to take one a day at the same time. But after reading about the drug, a lot of info says it's best to start with a lower dose and gradually up it. I trust my doctor,... read more
Can you have a drink or two while taking Effexor XR?
I am currently taking Xanax and Risperdal for severe social and general anxiety that keeps me confined to my house most of the time. I am just getting off of BuSpar and starting Effexor XR, 150mg daily tomorrow. A few times a week I like to watch sporting events a have a few drinks, and... read more
How do you know Zoloft is starting to work?
Was wondering if anyone could share with me what they noticed when zoloft started working for them? Was it small tiny improvements at first or was it a significant difference one day?
Will Lexapro help with binge eating disorder?
I am a freshman in college and have been struggling with binge eating disorder, anxiety, and major depression. I love the school I attend, but for some reason I am always emotional and binge eating for comfort. Has anyone taken Lexapro and experienced less binges? I'm hoping with less... read more
How long did it take you to adjust to Effexor?
Today is day 7 of taking Effexor XR 37.5mg... After I take it, I feel like everything is heightened as far as feeling anxious and emotional. I cry at the drop of a hat. Tomorrow I start 75mg and I'm scared of what it will do. Everyone who has tried Effexor has told me I have to give it time. I... read more
Effexor XR - What should I expect from taking effexor?
I'm 23, and I've been on antidepressants like 5 years ago, and I can't remember what it was called but all it did was make me feel numb, and not myself, so of course I stopped, and my depression has just worsened, so my therapist just prescribed me effexor.. and I'm a little... read more
I am taking Zoloft for anxiety. It seems to make more depressed. Can Zolft make you more depressed?
Like I said I am taking the Zoloft for anxiety. I am also taking Ativan for panic attacks. Since taking the medicines I have felt more depressed. I don't feel suicidal but I do want to harm myself. I have been feeling the urge to cut and I just want to know if this is the meds. Thank you for... read more
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