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Spacey and Agitated; Fluox

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kim31778
kim31778

Just seeking experiences of those on Fluoxetine. I know everyone has different reactions to meds, but this seems unreal. Daily, I feel spacey, floating and just off. Physically I'm okay, but mentally, I am stuck. I have no motivation, am super agitated-feelings of jumping out of my skin....just don't know how anyone survives this...This is the second ssri to do me this way....when will it end; will it end? Hang in there longer...I just don't know what to do. At this point, I hate all meds. I feel so unstable. I've already been to a clinic for help; stayed three weeks and got no better-genetic testing even...don't know how reliable those are....I'm just desperate. I can't do anything....anyone feel like a zombie with this at this far along stage? Sorry to post so often...I'm just so desperate...

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  • Latchy
    Latchy kim31778

    Posted

    Hi Kim

    Yes it did the same with me. In fact I tried at first fluoxitine, then paroxotine. Both caused the same. I remember after that my Dr put me on mirtazipine but that didn't help my depression and anxiety. Then citalopram which I was fine on. Until it was contra indicated with a mood stabilizer I was put On by my psychiatrist. So it was changed to Sertraline 100mg with my mood stabilizer, quitiopine. Both suit me fine and I've remained stable for quite a while now. I have rapid cycling bipolar by the way. I think its a case of trial and error to find the right antidepressant for you. But I'd certainly go back to my prescriber if I was you to try a different antidepressant.

    Latchy

    • kim31778
      kim31778 Latchy

      Posted

      Thank you for your input. I'm glad you found what worked for you. This is such a tortured process....On one hand, I have an ex-mother-in--law, urging me to go the nutrtion route and get off meds completely....then on the other hand, I have those that say stay on the meds, they'll kick in soon...It's an awful process. I really don't think they are helping but hurting me. I have anxiety and now chemical depresssion...I may have to go and inquire about something else; but had the trial and error....thanks again.

  • Misa222
    Misa222 kim31778

    Posted

    Hi Kim,

    Are you feeling hypo manic https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypomania?

    there is a bipolar type III which is a reaction to antidepressants.

    just  a thought...

    I agree with Latchy, perhaps you should go back to your prescriber...

    Wishing you all the Best!

    M

     

    • kim31778
      kim31778 Misa222

      Posted

      Thank you Misa...I don't know...I was dx with Major Depression and Anxiety but I truly believe I didn't have the depression until taking the ssri.

  • Carolyn431
    Carolyn431 kim31778

    Posted

    Kim you clearly aren't improving. I think you need different medication. Not all anti depressants are ssri. There are loads you can try. The likes of sertaline and citropram may have similar side effects but then again maybe not. I wouldn't go near fluoxetine again. I would perhaps try sertaline but I find it disturbs my sleep at first. I'm currently on amitrpteline it's not a ssri. Please go back to the doctors ASAP. If no joy see another doctor. You can't go on like this. Good luck

    • kim31778
      kim31778 Carolyn431

      Posted

      Thank you Carolyn...I get so many mixed messages; some say it's okay to feel that way and that months from now, I will be better then others say you should be improving by now...it's very confusing. I appreciate your advice. I may do that.

    • Carolyn431
      Carolyn431 kim31778

      Posted

      It is hard when you get conflicting advice but I do think you have persevered long enough

      Please make a doctor's appointment and see what they say. You can't go on like this. I felt like a totally different person on fluoxetine never again

  • shaz6098
    shaz6098 kim31778

    Posted

    Hi Kim,

    Just wondered if you have had a look at the specific forums for fluxotine? You might find some further help there?

    Best wishes - Shaz

    • kim31778
      kim31778 shaz6098

      Posted

      Thank you...I haven't looked there...I guess I'm new at navigating the site; thanks for the information!

    • shaz6098
      shaz6098 kim31778

      Posted

      There is lots of really useful information on this site and other people who have been on the ADs. You might find some answers?

      Also what works for one person doesn't always suit another. It might be worth having a catch with you GP?

      Good luck x

    • kim31778
      kim31778 shaz6098

      Posted

      Thank you...I really believe these meds have done me more harm than good; wish I could go off completely and have my original brain return....thank you again and I will check it out.
    • shaz6098
      shaz6098 kim31778

      Posted

      Hi Kim,

      I know! It's not a good place to be in. Hopefully you will find something that suits you. It is just hard getting there! But you are not alone! We are all here with you x

    • kim31778
      kim31778 shaz6098

      Posted

      Thank you...I see so many people I know personally who are on ssri's and they are well and functional.....can't understand why I'm so sick. I thank you for your encouragement.

    • amanda35274
      amanda35274 kim31778

      Posted

      Hoping yr appt maybe sorts another med for u kim.. u def arent improving. Im physically not gud also with demtal inf in lots od pain. Hence not been on the forum for a day or so. Gud luck sweetie xx
    • kim31778
      kim31778 amanda35274

      Posted

      Thank you Amanda...yeah, I'm not sure what to do; may stop altogether...hope you feel better as well.

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