Sorry about the meds. It really messes me up just changing them. Do you know why they took you off - did they replace it with anything else?
I'm on part time disability which helps me with my job without putting it in jeopardy. However, it sounds like you'd need a different doc to get support with that idea. If you have a dx of depression, I think you can ask for job accomidations at work legally. I found the below for Bipolar, but I think some of the same stuff would be appropriate for depression.
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Accommodating Employees with Bipolar Disorder
Maintaining Stamina During the Workday:
Allow flexible scheduling
Allow longer or more frequent breaks
Provide additional time to learn new responsibilities
Provide self-paced work load
Provide backup coverage for when the employee needs to take breaks
Allow for time off for counseling
Allow work from home during part of the day or week
Allow part-time work schedules
Maintaining Concentration:
Reduce distractions in the work area
Provide space enclosures or private office
Allow for use of white noise or environmental sound machines
Increase natural lighting or provide full spectrum lighting
Allow work from home and provide necessary equipment
Plan for uninterrupted work time
Allow for frequent breaks
Divide large assignments into smaller tasks and goals
Restructure job to include only essential functions
Difficulty Handling Stress and Emotions:
Provide praise and positive reinforcement
Refer to counseling and employee assistance programs
Allow telephone calls during work hours to doctors and others for needed support
Provide sensitivity training to coworkers and supervisors
Allow the presence of a support animal
Reinforce peer supports
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