I was on Paxil years ago and it had worked for my depression. Can you go back to a drug and have it work again.
If you have not been on Paxil for years?
Question posted by Ajpeoples on 14 Jan 2023
Last updated on 14 January 2023 by WildcatVet
Added 14 Jan 2023:
Well I have been on amitriptyline for 6 years. I loved it. Lol well, I had a back problem and the amitriptyline seemed to stop working so I was tritated down to 50 mg and then 25mg, and now I have titrated up to 50 mg for 1 week and now am on 100 mg for two weeks which isn’t up yet. I am just trying to figure out if this does not work out if I could try Paxil again. It was my own fault that I went off the Paxil.
Added 14 Jan 2023:Oh I am with a med doctor. I am not doing this on my own. Lol
The information on this page reflects personal experiences shared by our community members. It is not reviewed for medical accuracy and should not replace professional medical advice.
Answers
WildcatVet
14 Jan 2023
Hi, AJ peoples!
Yes, it should. When you stop the medication your brain adjusts to not having the drug any longer. So if you start it again the med begins correcting the imbalances that caused the first depression.
Are you struggling again? It's not uncommon to have several (or more) bouts of depression in your lifetime. :(
You should definitely see your doctor if you think you're crashing again.
Related topics
Further information
- Paxil uses and safety info
- Paxil prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Paxil (detailed)
Similar questions
Search for questions
Still looking for answers? Try searching for what you seek or ask your own question.