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Life stresses....should I up the dose?

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chris23342
chris23342

Hi I've been on lustral ( sertralibe) for 2 years now. I've had some amazing results with it and settled on a dose of 75mg. A few months ago I went down to 50 and kind of felt OK. A few life stresses gave happened like relationship break up and housemates moving out and new ones moving in who I don't click with. Also my job is busy and stressful. I'm starting to feel on the edge of depression again and wondered if I should pop up to 75 again? Also the British winter doesn't help

. Does anyone have any experience?

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  • Cindy38754
    Cindy38754 chris23342

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    Hello, I'm new here, from canada. Very useful info here.

    I'm on 125mg for about 4 weeks, anxiety/depression was pretty much gone over the weekend, but Monday - more stress, and my old anxiety patterns coming back.  Should I up the dose or just stick with it?  I've heard it can take 5-8 weeks to get the full effect.  Gotta get this under control smile

    • Shed1976
      Shed1976 Cindy38754

      Posted

      Hi Cindy in Canada!

      Can I ask what is the cause of your stress?

      Also, you will have good days like you had at the weekend and not so good days until the medication finds its balance.

      I would give the 125mg another couple of weeks before deciding whether to increase again.

      The fact you are improving is a good sign.

      C smile

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