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Need some advice 50mg

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lynda70899
lynda70899

Been on Zoloft (going into my 4th week).  Have been through all the horrible side effects.  Last night I went out and seemed to enjoy myself.  This morning I crashed.  Low,low sad feelings anxiety mild intrusive thoughts.  Had to take half a tablet of lorazepam to help myself.  When does this awfulness get better....

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  • erinola
    erinola lynda70899

    Posted

    I'm going through something similar. I'm nearing my fourth week and on 150mg and after a decent night one night with friends, the next day was back to square one. I don't ever really have good days yet. Most people seem to say they see glimpses of hope around 4-6 weeks. I sure hope so. This has been a long road and I'm tired of feeling this way and missing work.
    • lynda70899
      lynda70899 erinola

      Posted

      Thks erinola.  It sure is a long road.  I too am tired of feeling this way.  Just sooooo frustrating. Not many good days.  Just bury myself in netflicks.....
    • erinola
      erinola lynda70899

      Posted

      Do you work? I find that's the hardest part. Although I can't say I feel better at home.

      I just don't know how long to wait before I switch to something else. I feel like my life is on hold right now.

      I've spent a lot of time in bed lately and I'm tired of it.

    • lynda70899
      lynda70899 erinola

      Posted

      No.  I don't work.  Very involved in my community though.  Have withdrawn from quite a few things at the moment.  Just don't have the kind of energy I would need to be involved.  No just me and my husband and my couch.  Try not to involve the my sons in all of this.  They are in their twenties

      i think what you said Is true our lives are on hold for the moment.  Perhaps if we were to accomplish one thing today we might feel better.  Can't feel worse,

    • erinola
      erinola lynda70899

      Posted

      I vacuumed today - does that count? smile

      I work 40 hours a week and it's a struggle. I am burning through my time off about one day a week. Luckily, I had a lot of vacation time, but I hate using it for this. sad

    • lynda70899
      lynda70899 erinola

      Posted

      I did some laundry and ironing.  Didn't help my low mood or foggy head. Going to the drs tmrw.  Perhaps she will have something reassuring to add..
    • erinola
      erinola lynda70899

      Posted

      Do you see a regular doctor or a psychiatrist? I see my doc on Friday, but might find a psychiatrist to manage my meds in the future. Seems to be the way to go.
    • lynda70899
      lynda70899 erinola

      Posted

      I see a regular dr but I think seeing a psychiatrist is the way to go.  At least they have a better handle on what meds are best.
    • erinola
      erinola lynda70899

      Posted

      Well, I'm at work with a little clonazepam in my system. Not doing horrible, but my anxiety this morning was high. I didn't get good sleep last night either. Four weeks on Zoloft tomorrow! I'm at 150mg.

      How about you? How are you feeling? 

    • lynda70899
      lynda70899 erinola

      Posted

      Not doing so well.  Tried to go to lunch with friends but had to back out.  Wondering if I should increase to 75mg??
    • erinola
      erinola lynda70899

      Posted

      50mg seems so low to me. What has your doc said? Why did you back out? Scared and anxious or other side effects?
    • lynda70899
      lynda70899 erinola

      Posted

      Yes, I guess I am scared of increasing.  Will I have to go through all these horrible side effects again.  Going to see the dr tmrw.  Just finished a crying jag...
    • erinola
      erinola lynda70899

      Posted

      I'd say get where you need to be. It can't get any worse (I think). I had a day of crying a few days ago. Just wore me out. Hang in there. I'm right there with ya'. (((hugs)))
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