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Hi,
I am on citalopram 20mg for depression. I started feeling much better at the 2 week mark - I had more energy & felt really hopeful.
I thought it was the antidepressants working. However, one week on and I feel low, irritable and lethargic again.
I just can't bear the uncertainty of it all: will they work? Are they already working? They really seemed to be working last week, I just don't get it!
Anyone have a similar experience?
Thanks in advance for any replies :-)
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Sissy63 LottyM
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From reading many many post on here, I think this is all normal and takes some time to build up in the system. It seems like a lot of people see a real difference at about 6 weeks. I am hoping things level out here soon. When you don't feel well the waiting can seem endless.
Hang in there! I don't think I have much choice at this point. At least I have seen some positives.
LottyM
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I do hope you feel better soon! I used to suffer from anxiety, which is completely debilitating. I am now not so anxious, but empty and depressed - can't recall the last time I felt joy at something.
Good luck!
katecogs LottyM
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K xx
clairepop1 katecogs
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katecogs clairepop1
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Yes every dose increase will bring on the side effects again, which do wear off over time. And yes, recovery comes in waves ....... a few hours, days or weeks feeling good followed low times again. Little things can make you feel low again - tiredness, stress ..... and I'd expect moving house could have brought it back. That good feeling will come back.
Same for your RSI ..... overuse ..... which probably goes for your low mood too - overuse of your stress hormones I expect.
Moving is one of the most stressful things to do. Once settled though things will begin to calm again.
Enjoy the new house - exciting times!! 😊🏡
LottyM clairepop1
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Just wish doctors explained this to patients!
Charlotte x
clairepop1 LottyM
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LottyM
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It is so reassuring to hear that my experience is normal! Antidepressants are such a mystery - I hate not knowing exactly what's going on in my head! But still, it is such a relief to know ups & downs are the norm!
Charlotte x
katecogs LottyM
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Just keep going. It can be a long haul, but you'll get there in the end.
K xx
LottyM katecogs
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I've never been told this by a doctor before, perhaps they're not aware?
Charlotte x
katecogs LottyM
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Dont know if many doctors are aware of this or how the meds make patients feel. I think they'd have a completely different view if they took them themselves.
Good luck, and keep persevering xx
kristymarie24 LottyM
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katecogs kristymarie24
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I've never abstained from having the odd glass of something in all the years I've taken these meds. Of course do be careful though, especially in the early months. I'm not sure if the alcohol affects the meds - probably the with all medicines. If you want to try alcohol then maybe try a little and see how how feel. Some people have reported they don't feel too good after drinking whilst on these meds.
K xx
don45258 katecogs
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How r u ? Well I had a good day Monday and Tuesday but not so good today it's so weird how these drugs work still getting negative thoughts but just keep telling myself it's the anxiety these thoughts keep making me think people are looking at me funny and that makes me think I must look funny is this normal ?😃
katecogs don45258
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Hey that's great - a good day eh! Yes one day could be good and the next low. There'll be more good days. How were the negative thoughts when you had that good day?
Yes it's normal to think as you are. Anxiety makes you over think things. The mind is working overtime and you can imagine all sorts.
K 😊
don45258 katecogs
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LottyM kristymarie24
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Personally with alcohol, I stay away. Everyone is different, but I find it makes me very depressed the next day. But everyone reacts differently!
Charlotte x
kristymarie24 katecogs
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