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FLUOXETINE UPDATE .....HOPE

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sharon_22416
sharon_22416

Hi

I thought i would just write and share my experiences to give a little hope to those who have just started fluoxetine and are suffering from the awful side effects... Hang in there! i am 6 months in now and i cannot believe how my life has changed, im laughing every day, i love my job im enjoying my wonderful children and my beautiful granddaughter, im moving house and i just feel my old self again, my friends are so happy for me they said i got lost for a while but they have been so supportive, and say that its great to have me back ! something i didnt think would happen 5 months ago believe me i had no motivation and suffered every side effect felt totally disconnected from the world, i have been where you are now! this site has been my life line and people who came through the other side gave me hope so by sharing this post with you i hope it will give you the encouragement and strength to carry on with the tablets, good luck to everyone and thank you all who have replied to me when i needed advice and reassurance. good luck love sharon xxx

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  • Di25
    Di25 sharon_22416

    Posted

    Hi sharon that's given me hope I've been on fluoxetine for 8 weeks was upped to 60 mg last few weeks how long did it take before you felt really happy again I'm ok ish better than I was not so tired but still have no motivation to do much and still don't laugh much I'm 49 also maybe when I'm 50 next year life will be good xx 
    • sally56219
      sally56219 Di25

      Posted

      Hi

      When you upped the dose did you suffer the side effects all over again or did you not notice any side effects with the increase?

      I am on 20 mg and I am wondering if I need to up my dose but I am worried about the side effects occuring again.

      Thanks Sally x

  • Di25
    Di25 sharon_22416

    Posted

    Hi sharon thought you were ok and happy ?? Well when I upped my dose my chest pains went think it was anxiety had it checked out by gp he said it would go and it has thankfully xxx 
  • Di25
    Di25 sharon_22416

    Posted

    Why are you thinking of upping dose if your happy x 
    • sharon_22416
      sharon_22416 Di25

      Posted

      hI dI

      Yes im absolutely happy, not sure if you read the wrong post because i started on 20mgs and am still on 20mgs that seems to suit me, thank you for your kind words i hope you have the same results it really has changed my life, good luck and keep in touch love sharon xx

  • jo61803
    jo61803 sharon_22416

    Posted

    Hi Sharon and mrmeanerz

    Could you give me some hope please, I started taking fluoxitine 6 weeks ago, I do have short spells where I feel "normal" again but mostly I am still very fearful and panicy although I am sleeping better and eating slightly better on and off.  I am really worried that I have some terrible neurological disease as I feel I'm not getting any better - can you please give me some hope!

    • mrmeanerz
      mrmeanerz jo61803

      Posted

      Hi Joe,

       I felt the same thing about the panic attacks I had 11 weeks ago. I spend 6 weeks trying to make sure it was not anything neurological. In the end, I did a battery of tests and it showed nothing (including an angiogram to see if my heart vessels were blocked).

      I still had some background anxiety at week 6 of Prozac (fluoxetine).I realized that there were so many deep seated problems that were the root to my anxiety. I solved everything except my relationship. It appeared to me that it was the main cause. I know I have been avoiding it for 5 years, but I think I had to end it somehow. It's like beating a dead horse. I found relief after that, but ending a relationship caused another cycle of anxiety. I had good support, hence I am recovering.

       Anyways, what I am trying to say is that Prozac takes time to work. Even at week 11, I am not 100% myself yet. Also, you need to sort out your inner most problems, Prozac perhaps only helps you reach that awareness. But you need to take that extra step. Just be positive, we have all been there. Take care and good luck.

    • jo61803
      jo61803 mrmeanerz

      Posted

      Thank you so much mrmeanez for your reply.  I have health anxiety which isn't helped by the fact that I think I am seriously ill because the prozac doesn't seem to be working!  I spend my time analysing every part of me and questioning if I have any new symptoms etc etc which in turn makes me more anxious.  I am starting councilling and CBT soon so I am hopeful that that will help me. I just want to feel "normal" again and not have this "out of it" feeling.  I may continue to post for some encouragement if you don't mind!?  many thanks

       

    • sharon_22416
      sharon_22416 jo61803

      Posted

      Hi Jo

      Honestly love i know how you feel 6 weeks in and i actually thought i was going mad but thanks to this site i hung in there and i feel great ive been on them now for six months and  now i really feel as if i have come out the other side i wish you all the best Jo keep in touch love sharon xx

    • alex33572
      alex33572 jo61803

      Posted

      Dear Jo,

      I am on week 4 on flu.

      I am reading carefully your posts among others cause I suffer from health anxiety,depression,panic attacks and ect...

      I am taking 20 mg flu in the morning.

      I am suffering all possible side effects..

      Can you tell me how are you feeling now?

      Did you cure yourself completely by now?

      Your words will be great reassurance...

      Best regards,

      Alex

    • alex33572
      alex33572 sharon_22416

      Posted

      Hi Sharon,

      I am on fluoxetine 4 and a half months 20mg daily.

      I feel ok gradually every day better...

      But there are moments when I feel panicky like I am going to fall,fear and ect.

      It's not a panic attack and is far less dangerous than it was before I started Fluoxetine..

      It gives me a feeling like I am not cured and I feel uncomfortable for a moment...

      What is your experiences in 4.5 months can you remember?

      Is it a bli?

      Thank you in advance.

      BR

      Alex

    • jayne27926
      jayne27926 alex33572

      Posted

      Hi Alex I no this was along time ago but how are u now am 4 half weeks on Flouxitine but my anxiety is affecting me when I go out do you know how long it takes for this to ease Thanks
    • Pinkrozez
      Pinkrozez jayne27926

      Posted

      How is your anxiety now? I am 3 weeks in and it's pretty high.

  • jo61803
    jo61803 sharon_22416

    Posted

    ..... is it normal to feel better in patches?
    • sharon_22416
      sharon_22416 jo61803

      Posted

      Yes Jo i had the odd day in the beginning when i felt ok but mostly i felt spaced out unmotivated and tired i actually got to the stage where i thought i may come off them as they were making me feel worse but i have to say now every day is a good day im so glad i stuck it out as they have changed my life, hope this helps, love sharon xx
    • comfortablynumb
      comfortablynumb sharon_22416

      Posted

      Thank you for posting this. I am into my third week of taking fluoxetine and had the worst day yesterday. Everything you have said I related too. I had decided to just stop taking them as I really feel worse. I am going to continue and see if they help with me feeling "normal" again.
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