Desperate for reassurance
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Morning. I'm looking for some positive vibes! I was on fluoxetine for about 3 years for anxiety. About 2 months ago I stupidly quit and was only taking a tablet every 4 or 5 days. 2 weeks ago it all came to a head and my anxiety catapulted. I have been back on the fluoxetine 20mg for a week and a half but I still feel anxious all day. Can anyone give me hope that the tablets will work again? I'm petrified they won't work for me like before
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kanethepain emma05893
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If you were doing okay with Prozac why did you choose to stop? I only ask because if it worked for me which it doesn't, it makes me psychotic, I would never stop taking it? I'm sure if it worked before it'll soon kick back in. Good luck
emma05893 kanethepain
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Woo3353 emma05893
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Emma
I've been on Flouextine For 8 weeks it took me 2 - 3 weeks to feel calmer and for the anxiety to lessen. I would imagine that things will settle down, don't fight how you feel, take deep breaths and try to stay calm (I know it's hard) you are topping up your dose so it will take time to feel full effects. Make sure you take guidance from your doctor xx
emma05893 Woo3353
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Thank you. I'm just so scared at the moment that I will never get better and will feel like this forever xx
Woo3353 emma05893
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cheryl35520 emma05893
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emma05893 cheryl35520
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handbrake1 emma05893
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Hi Emma, I have suffered from anxiety and depression for a great many years. 17 weeks ago I was given a generic brand of fluoxetine which my doctor said barely worked when mixed with my other tablets. It wasn't the fluoxetine but the base mixture of the medication which caused the trouble. Obviously it didn't do me any good. By two months I had hit rock bottom after some rather peaceful years. I am back on my proper medication now 9 weeks and I am still having some problems. However, the worst of the troubles are over and I see a huge light at the end of the tunnel. Please keep trying honey - the hardest thing is having the patience to ride it all out. I still have a little way to go but I wont give up - have felt like it heaps of times - but I want my life back. Please know you are not alone and we are here for you. Take care.