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Sertraline after 7 weeks

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kal22
kal22

Could I ask any sertraline users for some advice ..I started it 7 weeks ago . 2 weeks on 25 then to 50 ...

I started to feel after week 5 that I wasnt over analysing as much and felt a little easier in myself however this week Im in most terrible state not sleeping riddled with anxiety

Is this normal ? Im off work and stressing terrible regarding that Im also on mirtazapine which ive been on for 15 years

Any advice would be greatly appreciated

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  • sandi77808
    sandi77808 kal22

    Posted

    Yes, unfortunately when you start to get better you can have these setbacks. Do not worry. It is normal. You ate getting better but your body is still adjusting. Soon all the good days will outweigh the bad ones. Try to just get through the bad days and hang in.

    • kal22
      kal22 sandi77808

      Posted

      Thank you Sandi your response is really appreciated its lovely to have such kind people on here to encourage you ...im going to increase to 75 next week as feel it may be necessary x

  • vickylou
    vickylou kal22

    Posted

    I dont wish to alarm you, but i assume whoever prescribed sertraline is aware you are taking mirtrazapine?

    I am not a doctor or in anyway medically qualified, but i do know that taking both drugs together can cause seratonine syndrome which can be serious

    • kal22
      kal22 vickylou

      Posted

      Hi Vic ..my gp is aware im on mirtazapine but suggested this addition as its been a succesful combo for others ! the mirtazapine is doing nothing anymore but is impossible to reduce however hopefully if I find relief from te sertraline i can then succesfully w/d from it X

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