Should I increase?

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Hey you all, so yes im on my 16th week of 50 mg sertraline, and it did helped a lot.

I mean A LOT. It helped me to be functional again. I can't remember tho what i felt from the very first start i started this med, that was too severe. Although, i am better than i was months ago.

Last 3 weeks ago, I remember that night where i was coming home from school and feeling okay kinda like my old self, and in fact i forgot to take my tablet (although i remember it so i took it anyway because missing a tablet might cause problems) and that was shortlived because i woke up like back on what is usually normal, it was okay tho as i am assured that sertraline's for me

These past few days, i feel kinda low and the fatigue sucks plus the head pressures. I am so surprised how strong I am lol. Should I increase? I have heard that 100mg helps a lot to recover, as i really want to get my life back. Slowly but surely tho. wink

Question is should I increase? I don't know, I don't want to make my own decisions and I want to follow my psychiatrist who really cares for me. Our next session will be on the 1st week of october. 

Any advice or suggestions? thank you guys!

-Rain 

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  • Posted

    Hi, for what it’s worth, I was also on Sert 50mg for about 4months, with a very good response. 

    I have recently increased to 75mg due a lingering morning anxiety

    My GP will review at 6wks. 

  • Posted

    Hi cure, I stayed on 50 for about 9-10 weeks with great results, but It didn’t totally knock out my anxiety so I increased to 100mg and know my anxiety is totally under control! Of course everyone is different. Good luck 
  • Posted

    I also was on 50 for 4 months then I increased to 100. It did make a difference, though I occasionally have a bad day here and there. I would let your doctor know before u increase. It sounds like your doctor listens to you which is fantastic. Hang in there its a slow process but eventually you will overcome.

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