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On Sertraline for about 5 months, still anxious

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maria04529
maria04529

Hi, I am really really happy about what Sertraline did to my depression. I think that was the best thing ever happened in my life. And I mean it. The side effects are completely gone. However I am still very anxious and low self confidence. Any small situation makes me insecure. I been using Diazepam for many years before Sertraline and was hoping that Sertraline will make me less dependent on Diazepam. However it didn't happen. Do you have any experience/recommendation?

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  • TurtleTom
    TurtleTom maria04529

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    Hi I have being on sertraline for about 10 weeks now was on 50mg for 8 weeks just over and had it increased on new years eve to 100mg.

    I also take diazepam 2mg as and when needed my advice to you woukd be DONT just stop the diazepam but start tapering off.

    How much and how often do you take the diazepam?

    • TurtleTom
      TurtleTom maria04529

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      What mg dosage do you take when you take?

      Also what mg sertraline are you currently taking?

      If the benzo is helping to me it suggests the Sertraline isn't quite taking the edge off so may need upping.

      One thing for sure Is to speak to a dr and wean yaself off the diazepam as diazepam withdrawal is supposedly worse than heroin withdrawal.

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