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Aug 10, 2015 at 09:02 PM
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Zoloft has pooped out on me, and I'm sliding into a deep depression which really can't happen now because I go back to school in 2 weeks. I called my pdoc and left him a message explaining what's going on and asking if I could get a new script even though I can't see him because I'm working and go back to school soon...but I feel like I've been on everything!
Here's what I've been on:
...and probably more that I can't think of because my brain is functioning at probably 50% right now. I want something effective that works fast, and it would be awesome if it helps with OCD too, though right now I'd rather deal with that monster than the depression if those are my options. Lexapro worked great for me for about 2 years then pooped out, and the same with Zoloft. Celexa and Effexor were horrible, and Prozac was just so-so. What else is out there? Any suggestions? In terms of psych meds I'm also on Latuda and klonopin, so I can pretty much take anything...and if I suggest something, chances are my pdoc will willingly write a script for it. He'll probably call in the morning, so, suggestions please! |
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Always in This Twilight
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Aug 10, 2015 at 10:03 PM
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Cymbalta (SNRI--they tend to work faster than SSRIs), Paxil (SSRI), and Wellbutrin, either alone or with an SSRI or SNRI are a few options. I've been on all of those, plus everything you mentioned except Lexapro, at various points. I think Abilify is like Wellbutrin in that it can be added to help other meds--p-doc offered me that or Wellbutrin recently, and I went with Wellbutrin.
Everyone reacts differently, so I won't share my reactions except to say that I also had problems with Effexor, as well as Prozac. Good luck! |
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Aug 10, 2015 at 10:12 PM
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Thanks! I know everyone reacts differently, so I always take reactions with a grain of salt. I can't take Abilify (that's one I forgot on my list -- it made me even more depressed when I tried it).
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Aug 10, 2015 at 10:58 PM
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Hey! Since I am crazy, I thought I might have some crazy suggestions! (sorry, that was bad...)
Vilazodone(Viibryd): An SMS, Serotonin modulator and stimulator. Meh Agomelatine(Valdoxan): A NDDI, I am not sure if it's out on the market yet though... Imipramine(Tofranil): It's a TCA that can also help with agitation or anxiety! Reboxetine(Edronax): NRI, depression, panic disorder, and ADHD... Not in US... Nortriptyline(Sesoval, Pamelor): It's a TCA with less side effects! Helps with anxiety in some... Vortioxetine(Brintellix): Another SMS, said to help w/ depression & anxiety. Maybe try Adderall, or Vyvanse? Those tend to work to give people more motivation in depression... Anyway, those are some that aren't too typically prescribed that might work! They are a little different from some of the ones you have taken... *Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor, nor do I have any experience with these drugs... __________________ [FONT="Times New Roman"] Dx: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Irritable Bowel Syndrome - Alternating, Mild Social Anxiety Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - PI Rx: Vyvanse 30mg, Propranolol 10mg PRN, Amitriptyline 25mg PRN Previous Rx: Lots of Amoxicillin, Alprazolam, Ibuprofen 200mg
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Aug 11, 2015 at 10:38 AM
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Paxil worked wonders for me!
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Aug 11, 2015 at 12:07 PM
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Paxil works very well for me too
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Aug 11, 2015 at 01:01 PM
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Fetzima is working very well for me right now.
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Aug 11, 2015 at 04:39 PM
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SingDanceRunLife, just because you've been on a med that crapped out on you before doesn't mean it won't help you now. I've switched back to certain SSRI's months or years after they stopped working for me & they worked fine, or differently.
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Aug 11, 2015 at 05:05 PM
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He prescribed me wellbutrin. I'll start it tomorrow morning.
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Aug 11, 2015 at 06:22 PM
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Good, I hope it helps.
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Aug 11, 2015 at 07:36 PM
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Aug 11, 2015 at 07:37 PM
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Aug 11, 2015 at 08:12 PM
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Paxil worked great for me. So did Doxepin.
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Aug 11, 2015 at 10:55 PM
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I suggest Cymbalta. I've been on it for more than 5 years and it consistently works for me.
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