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Hi all.
Has any ever taken st johns wort or 5htp? There meant to to help with anxiety and depression, I'm clutching at straws here I'm struggling with fluoxetine.
Thanks in advance.
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katecogs rudy41295
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Yep. I'm on 5-HTP and l-tyrosine, but you can't take these if you're of Fluoxetine. 5-HTP is a natural SSRI and don't have side effects (though some people are slightly sensitive to them).
However I'm on them after recovering with prescription meds. Fluoxetine and similar meds are tough, but they do work for many people. They take a long time but worth the wait.
My son was on Fluoxetine and he went through hell - but he stuck it out and recovered after 9 months. They're not for everyone of course, but do speak to your doctor if you're struggling.
K x
rudy41295 katecogs
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Woo3353 rudy41295
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You shouldn't take st John's wort if you are on Flouextine too, it can cause serotonin syndrome so avoid if you can. Magnesium is okay to take its a natural mood enhancer but it can take 2 months too take effect