I’ve been on Sertraline (Zoloft) for almost 12 years, started with 50mg for several years, increased the dosage to 100mg a few years ago, then over the summer increased it to 150mg daily. Over the past few weeks, my anxiety has gotten progressively worse so I decided to talk to my doctor about it and she decided to switch me from Zoloft to Pristiq. She had me go from 150mg daily to 50mg for 5 days, while adding 25mg of Pristiq for those 5 days then increasing it to 50mg and then no more Zoloft. Is it just me or does this sound like way too quick tapering? I got to day 2 and my anxiety got so horrible. Basically it felt like my whole day was one giant anxiety attack, all while trying to work and function. It was hell. What do you think?
Tapering from Zoloft and starting Pristiq?
Question posted by krich872020 on 23 Dec 2020
Last updated on 23 December 2020
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jakyoga65
23 Dec 2020
That drop in dosage does sound like a pretty quick taper for Zoloft. Combined with a new medication that will take awhile to work I am guessing you are in for several rough weeks of adjustment. I'd stay in touch with your doctor to make sure everything works out. Take care of yourself.
krich872020
23 Dec 2020
Thanks for commenting. Yeah after just 2 days, I was already starting to feel bad and told her I was going back on Zoloft and stopping the Pristiq. Gradually increasing it back to 150. I’m 3 days in back on 100mg and then later this week I’ll get back to 150. Just afraid to go too high too soon. Idk...
TyreseTl
23 Dec 2020
You’ll eventually get better soon. Stay positive and give it your best shot.
Happy holidays,
krich872020
23 Dec 2020
Thank you! You as well!
TyreseTl
23 Dec 2020
I’d consider speaking with your doctor about your symptoms. You should definitely let her know how you feel about the medication causing you to feel extremely anxious and she should know what to do to help you get better. Those questions you mention are good for your doctor, so speak with her. You’ll feel better soon.
Stay strong,
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