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50mg 6 weeks in. :-(

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marshmellowmel
marshmellowmel

Hi every one.

I started sertraline 6 weeks ago. First 3 week were

awful. I then began to feel better and hopeful. I am now on week six and for the last week iv felt just as bad as before i started taking them. I think i might be better upping my dose but im scared of the side effects. Plus i work alot and i dont want to struggle at work any more than i already am. I feel so down. I dont want to drag my friends and family

down by talking about it. I dont like talking about it because i feel guilty when my friends worry about me. Plus it doesnt make me feel any better. I hate this awful feeling. Im angry at myself because I carnt shake it off. Sorry for tge long post. I just dont know what to do for the best! Thanks for listening 😊 x

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  • Blu02
    Blu02 marshmellowmel

    Posted

    When you got you last pack of Sertraline were they the same brand as the previous ones?
  • Becktoria
    Becktoria marshmellowmel

    Posted

    Six weeks isn't very long, it takes 3 months to stabilise your mood before you should increase it.
  • carol39655
    carol39655 marshmellowmel

    Posted

    Have a word with your Doc. Maybe it might be wise to increase your meds for a while. If it lifts you out of the depression it's gotta be worth it. Hopefully you'll start to feel better soon.
  • joanne53145
    joanne53145 marshmellowmel

    Posted

    I agree after a really bad time in my life I was put on serttraline 50 mg for four weeks and I'm now on the tenth week at 100 mg I have to say the side effects were shocking but getting bearable now! My girls and husband say this is the best I've been for a long long time! Stick with it it does get better and I am actually beginning to live a life again! Good luck! I wish you well! 
  • marshmellowmel
    marshmellowmel

    Posted

    Hi yes i think they are the same brand as before. I think im going to finish the meds i have left which is about 2 weeks then go back to the doctors. Will i automatically be put on 100mg or can i request to be put on 75mg. Thanks for all your replies. Really helps xxx
  • natalie2608
    natalie2608 marshmellowmel

    Posted

    My doctor wanted me to ncrease to 100 from 50 but I didnt want to and went to 75mg instead which has been fine for me since just before xmas.  decided instead of increasing to try and excercise more, I have CBT couselling and also go to shiatsu which I dont know if its working but I know I am very relaxed when I am there. I also have aromatherapy massages once a month. Keep going, it will get better x
  • Digsby
    Digsby marshmellowmel

    Posted

    Hi Mel,

    There's almost nothing worse than feeling like you are back at square 1 (or worse) after experiencing some improvement and progress. However, try not to be too hard on yourself: you haven't chosen to feel the way you do and it's not a result of anything bad you have done. You want to get better and that determination, for the sake of your family and yourself, will see you through! It sounds like you are putting too much pressure on yourself which may be counter-productive (that's not a criticism though as it is a natural reaction - many of us can relate to what you are feeling). If you can, find methods of being kind to yourself, relaxing & building up your self-confidence and self-belief. Rediscover the things that you used to enjoy doing. The meds play a part but they're not the whole story. Your positive attitude will get you to that place you want to be. I know it's tough when we feel like we have no energy for the daily grind. If it feels like too much, then that's the time to pause and be most gentle with yourself.

    Sending you a BIG hug & wishing you good luck! Be strong & you will succeed!

    Digsby

    x

    • marshmellowmel
      marshmellowmel Digsby

      Posted

      Thank you for your kind and helpful words digsby. It made alot of sense. I am now trying to be kinder to myself and realising that it isnt my fault i feel like this. Its really hard at times because im usually a very stronge person and admiting i need help is difficult with family and friends. Thank u again x
    • Digsby
      Digsby marshmellowmel

      Posted

      You are still that same strong person so it is not a weakness to ask for help. Sometimes we need to let our friends and family give us the love that we need, just as we would give to them if they were in need. You are doing great! Keep going and believe in yourself and you will get your mojo back :-)

      x

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