I can't even begin to count the number of times. Really! Not even a guess. Not only have I taken over 25 different psych medications (plus a series of ECT), I've taken various combinations of them at an almost countless number of dosages. Up, down, around, forwards, backwards, do-si-do, you do the hokey pokey and you turn yourself around...that's what it's all about!

I've changed medications because of side effects or effectiveness (or lack thereof). I guess more because of side effects, though I am likely more tolerant of them (put up with them longer) than many people seem to be/do.

Despite the above, it was really worth it to be patient in finding the right med mix. Also, most people find their best med or cocktail quicker than I did.

Q: What was the side effect you put up with the longest? And why?