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Thanks for the responses....most suggested that I stay away from managing my own dosages and to be careful. All good advice. After 7 weeks on a reduced dosage life got edgy again and I realized that the meds really are necessary.

I still feel frustrated about the sexual side effects of Prozac/Trazadone but am going to see my doc tomorrow and spell it all out for her and see what options she can suggest.

In my original post I wondered if I was feeling good because of the meds or because of all the therapy - it's both I think.

Thanks all.

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HI Mary-

Yes - all good advice from previous posters. If a med combination is helping you - STAY ON IT! I've heard too many stories of people who think they're back on track so they quit their meds only to find that they sink back into depression,etc. If your sexual side effects are your biggest concern - talk to your doctor. There are some strategies that can help. One underused med that can help with SSRI induced sexual dysfunction is BuSpar. Also, adding a small amount of a stimulant like Ritalin or Dexedrine can be very helpful. Another widely used augmentation med is Wellbutrin. I've heard from many people that just by adding 75-150mg of Wellbutrin to their meds completely brings back their sex drive/sexual desire.

So talk to you doctor and keep us posted!

Jerry