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Can you get any stronger anti-depressants?

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orange12933
orange12933

Hi I have been on fluoxetine 20mg capsules 1 a day but I am finding that they have no effect whatever.  Can anyone suggest any stronger anti-depressents out there?  Obviously I shall be speaking to a GP.

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  • lorraine52317
    lorraine52317 orange12933

    Posted

    Hi orange

    is this the only antidepressant you have tried so far? If so how long have you been oon it? I would check with my gp if there was scope to increase the doseage first before trying a new one. It's dependent on have you given it enough time to work.

    i know how exhausting and frustrating it can be waiting for antidepressants to do the job!

    Warmest wishes to you x

  • orange12933
    orange12933

    Posted

    Only a couple of months but I know when medication is effective and im not feeling any difference.  I know you get told to persevere for months before the medication is meant to kick in.
    • lorraine52317
      lorraine52317 orange12933

      Posted

      Hi I really think it's worth increasing your dose before switching meds. If your dose is too low you will feel like it's not working. Have you got an appointment due with your doctor? It's worth getting their viewpoint as you won't feel better if you are on an incorrect dose.

      god bless

      Lorraine x

  • hypercat
    hypercat orange12933

    Posted

    When I started sertraline I took 100 mg a day.  After a couple of months it wasn't helping so I told the doctor and she increased it to 150 mg a day.  I found this made a world of difference so it may well be the same with you.  Go back to your doctors.  x
  • orange12933
    orange12933

    Posted

    Yes I am going back in a few weeks time.
  • tina89617
    tina89617 orange12933

    Posted

    I have also been on fluoxetine 20mg capsules and found they never helped me either. Maybe try go back to the doctors and see if they could up your doseage or change pill. I hope it all works out for you, best of luck. Tina.
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