New to Duloxetine after spending 4 nights in hospital - my story day by day

Hi, after a very tough few months and reaching crisis on Monday when I was admitted to a hospital (an experience I would not want to have again as it scared thee hell out of me) I have finally succumbed to trying Duloxetine, 60mg a day in the morning. As with all anti depressants its the side effects that worry me sick but I was in such a black hole that I decided to take the plunge and try this so I can get to a place that I feel normal again and start to put things in place to get my life on track. I took the first one this morning and so far I feel really good...not sure why and I am always second guessing as to why the drug has made me feel normal again...has this happened to other people? and since its only the first day do the proper side effects occur a few days later i.e. will I feel the side effects tomorrow? At the moment I am not trusting this feeling if that makes sense. What are other peoples experiences with this drug? I will pretty much post daily to show you all how I feel and this will help me and others who might want to try the drug for the first time. I have tried Prozac in the past and it worked at a point but then it did not work anymore and coming off it was a total nightmare and I also did it on my own which will not do that again in future. I am sure coming off Duloxetine eventually will be but had to give it a try as I was/am in a dark place. I am also seeing a Psychotherapist privately for now until I have been referred (13 weeks....too long...honestly especially when you need it now and would be more beneficial)...yes its costing me £50 a session but its beneficial to me in the end so its money well spent now. I would like you all to read and reply at will...it will be good to hear what other people are experiencing/experienced with Duloxetine

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