I've been on Zoloft 6 days I feel hopeless I'm good one moment then panic the next should I stick it out I get confused its worse than before I started it but I got to do something I can't live with panic attack and scared all the time worry worry worry is all I do I feel like a disappointment I'm a single mom two teens amazing kids I'm tired of them having see me like this
Zoloft am I normal? Will all the side effects go away?
Question posted by Gypsyangel8782 on 29 Oct 2015
Last updated on 1 January 2022
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3 Answers
jj1790
29 Dec 2021
I must admit im the same i started to feel a bit better then after a week the systoms got worse after going up to 200mg a day. I went from 150 to 200 and the drs dont tell you increasing the dosage and the systoms get worsr for 6 to 8 weeks until body gets used to extra they should be able to give you something to help you with systoms until your body gets used to the dosage
WildcatVet
29 Dec 2021
Side effects after an increase should only last a few days to a week or so... only rarely do they persist longer than that. If they do then chances are your dosage is too high or increased too rapidly and an adjustment might be helpful.
Unfortunately about the only medication that can be prescribed to help with the side effects are the benzodiazepines which should only be used in extreme cases and only for a very brief period of time. They're a sedative which mask the symptoms and can often leave you groggy and, well, sedated.
There's no doubt that the initial period of adjustment to the medication can be tough but with patience and a positive attitude the outcome is usually very good and well worth the time and effort.
Hang in there... there's a light at the end of the tunnel.
jj1790
1 Jan 2022
Hi mine lasted a bout a week and half to 2 weeks its still there but getting better so anxiety will go over time but first few weeks are rough and need to read post after post to get through it thank you for your help
chuck1957
30 Oct 2015
Gypsyangel8762; I AGREE 100% WITH Wildcat,Things well get better most people experience worsening effects of anxiety and such when the first start for a week to two then they go away ALSO about your question on period this is all I could find in side effects it is rare but you could be that person they list.(((menstrual disorder))))) So if your going to see the doctor tell him or her about this and see what they think Your doing great just having the no how to know you must get some help is great.Don't beat yourself up this is so common you would not belief it.You well have brighter days ahead feel free to come unload and ask questions anytime we are here for you we are all people just like you.
WildcatVet
29 Oct 2015
Hi, Gypsy! No, you're NOT a disappointment, you're a strong person who's getting help for a problem you didn't ask for. Mental disorders are no different than having diabetes or cancer ~ they're valid diseases.
Everything you describe is pretty standard when starting out on psychiatric medications ~ people often feel worse and have some transient side effects for a few days to a week or so, but this DOES resolve rather quickly. You may not begin feeling the positive effects for a few weeks and it does take about 6 ~ 8 weeks for the medication to reach therapeutic levels in your bloodstream, but try to stick with it for a little while longer. You should soon start feeling better each day and in the end you'll likely find it was well worth the effort.
Best wishes to you. Please feel free to post with any questions or concerns you may have along the way. We are not professionals, just folks who have been where you are. WCV
WildcatVet
29 Oct 2015
PS, Zoloft is an excellent choice for many people with depression and concurrent anxiety.
Jess5354
29 Oct 2015
I have been on this now for 4 weeks and some day's are worse than others, but the side affects are getting easier and I am really going to stick with it. I am on 100mg sertraline. I hope things get better for you, Best wishes. Jess
Gypsyangel8782
29 Oct 2015
Thank you I feel like I can't control my mind I can't harldy leave the house I am determined to keep trying thank you for the support
Gypsyangel8782
29 Oct 2015
I have an appointment to re check with Dr tommorw after been on the 6 days mh period was over 4 days ago and started again today is this normal or internal bleeding
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