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jesika28180
jesika28180

So yesterday i called my psch, so he can refill my dosage, and he asked me how i was feeling and i said, everyday is different, but not 100% better, anxiety and panic is still there. He then tells me that it's best I come in and see him so we can talk. I briefly asked him, should they be working by now? how long do they take to work? what do you suggest I do. He tells me he cant decide that for me, that I should be the one knowing whether I feel better or not. Gave me no feedback, no input. I mean how is someone suppose to know, their the Doctor, that's why you go to them for guidance. So annoyed. Day 24 on 40 mg today, i am feeling somewhat better but not complete, cant go anywhere but work still.

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  • matthewbarrota
    matthewbarrota jesika28180

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    I had the same issue with my past doctor. He didn't tell me anything. Im a person who is the more I understand, the less I fear. Anxiety was off the roof at some points and he didn't seem to care to be honest. I receive alot more feedback with this fourm and people who deal with it. But the drug is a miracle worker. At first the drug put me through helll and back. Increase depression, anxiety, weird thoughts, memory, brain fog, etc and overall wasn't myself. Thought all hope was lost. But gotta understand this drug does take about 6 weeks to kick it. But now. I can't tell you how much better I'm feeling. I'm calm, at peace, I can think clearly. Just don't over think and when you feel anxious just take a deep breathe and say it's just the anxiety messing with you. But overtime I promise you, you will feel centered, balanced, and yourself. Keep doing things daily and surround yourself with family and friends. If anything message me.
    • matthewbarrota
      matthewbarrota Jaikal12

      Posted

      I'm sorry I meant I'm on my 5 week and I do feel better but still deal with mini panic attacks and weird thoughts or feelings come once and awhile but I know it's the medication still doing its thing. I'm seeing a doctor tomorrow to increase the dosage. But from beforeach? No words to describe how much better I'm feeling. You just gotta be patient with this medication. That's one of the hardest parts other than Increased side effects.
  • jesika28180
    jesika28180

    Posted

    Matthew...we're you on the same dosage for 6 weeks...I'm on week 3 so i guess 3 more weeks to feel good.im the type too that if you tell me all will be fine I will push through...I think I've kept going just because I'm so scared to stop taking them. I wish so much to feel better again?how far in are you on them?
    • matthewbarrota
      matthewbarrota jesika28180

      Posted

      Its different for some people. It might be soner or later. Just keep an eye on it. I'm actually seeing the doctor tomorrow. Ive been on for about 5 weeks on 20mg. It's much more controllable now but still have moments where it's a mini panic attack or just weird feelings or thoughts whenever my anxiety wants too. still adjusting but I feel comfortable moving to a higher dose of 40mg a day. Just can't let the negative (depression/anxiety) blind you from the positive (happiness/calm/control). Believe me. Things will get better in time. Have to be patient with the medication.
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