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coming off sertraline update

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lattifa7777
lattifa7777

Hi all,

so i have now been on 25mg of sertraline for 6 weeks, came down gradually from 50mg.

first couple weeks , i felt a bit low, and flue like symptoms.

Im doing ok at the moment, just keep feeling so tired, and i missed a dose yesterday as i ran out, so feeling a little anxious, but nothing major, i feel really tired and my eyes are puffy, but i did drink a lot on friday night, so i dont think that helps, and i really dont think i should be doing that while coming off this drug.

i dont know how long i should stay at 25mg tho??/ any ideas?

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  • philip49799
    philip49799 lattifa7777

    Posted

    I'm probably being an #### but I thought it suggested not to use alcohol whilst using this drug? Alcohol 'enhances' the effects I believe. However it is great that you are on a lower dose and doing OK. As for how long, I would speak to the GP unless you think you know your stae of mind and body and could reduce your intake yet again after some weeks?

    Good luck and thanks for giving me hope that I may be able to reduce the intake and head for a summer free of this drug.

  • GodsServant
    GodsServant lattifa7777

    Posted

    Lattifa, you’re asking a question that only you have the answer to because everyone’s different. But I don’t think you should go lower at this stage. Stay at 25mg for 3 months and see how you are then. That’s what I would do. And go easy on the alcohol. XX
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