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matt18802
matt18802

Hi,

I have OCD - i am currently on 150mg of sertraline. I was taking 100mg for roughly 6 months, the sertraline helped with the intrusive thoughts, anxiety, panic. Although i felt like the medicine had alot more to offer me as i was still struggling each day.

I've been taking 150mg for about 3 weeks and i feel terrible. My heads constantly racing, my stomach feels bad, easily agitated and keep having depressive 'woe is me' thoughts. I know its still early in terms of this dosage i guess i need abit of support and guidance to push through this difficult period.

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  • jamie-G
    jamie-G matt18802

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    hey what was the reason for introducing a higher dose?

    im no medical professional but it sounds like you are suffering from the side effects of the higher dose!

    I started low on 50mg per day years ago. i now find i need 200mg per day to make me feel like tackling the world. this was mainly to events in my life making me feel so low. i wouldnt suggest upping the dose without talking to your doctor.

    from my time taking it i find having a good routine daily really helps with keeping on track!

    hope this helps!

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