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Advice on staying on 50mgs

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jay98357
jay98357

Hi all. I know we are not professionals on here but looking for others experiences.

Been on Sertaline since July. Started at 25 for a few weeks the up to 50 for a month or so then doc increased me to 75. When I was on 50, I wasn't quite there but was feeling better. Doc put me on 75 and have been struggling the last 4 weeks. So today the doc told me that maybe 50 is enough.

The mornings are the worst, anxiety is really bad and head fuzzy. I also have this white noise thing going on on my ears??? As the day goes on the anxiety calms down so not too bad. Just want to get better.

Anyone got some positive stories please?

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  • borderriever
    borderriever jay98357

    Posted

    Jay

    I suffer from a Chronic Condition and need to take not only ADs also Opiates and other medications. In my case it took two years to get me on the right medications. All treatment plans take time to settle and sometimes things need to be reassessed every now and again.

    Many people find mornings are bad for their Anxiety and Depression so you need coping techniques to lift your mood during the mornings, we go for a walk with the dog, sometimes we go to the beach. What I am trying to say is look for diversions that helps me lift my mood. 

    BOB

    • jay98357
      jay98357 borderriever

      Posted

      Thankyou Bob. Always good advice from you a d I'm sorry you have a few things going on.

      It's just so tough.. I will walk to the kids school today and see if the fresh air helps.. even though it's freezing outside.

      Thanks again and I guess I need to be patient

    • jay98357
      jay98357 borderriever

      Posted

      So taken my 50 mgs and a sleeping tablet from docs so let's hope tomorrow is a better day

      Night night every one and will keep you updated

  • charlie_62761
    charlie_62761 jay98357

    Posted

    Stay with it, the first few days/weeks can be really rough. I was on 50 and then took myself off of it, was fine for a month then anxiety returned. So now I'm getting myself back on it. Headaches, nausea, seeing spots, muscle weakness. It's all very typical but it does get better and you do feel better just stick with it.

    • jay98357
      jay98357 charlie_62761

      Posted

      Thanks Charlie. I am trying really hard. I would have thought that after 3 months I should be way better but not the case. 😥

  • borderriever
    borderriever jay98357

    Posted

    If your GP has advised 50mg give that a try and see how it goes. Give it about four weeks or so and see how you feel  then.If you still feel not quite right talk to your GP for a reassessment

    BOB

    • jay98357
      jay98357 borderriever

      Posted

      I will do Bob. She said I was to go back in 2 weeks.. maybe the 75 was too strong for me as I was doing well on 50.

      Thanks

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