[ReptileInYourHead]

I’m thinking to finally try meds for my depression.
I haven’t spoken with my de yet and I’d like to get some feedback and experiences with various meds you guys have take/have taken.
One of my symptoms of depression is a changing but always present loss of motivation, even for the things I enjoy doing most days.
I would like to find an anti depressant that does not make me tired and further unmotivated, any suggestions?

[*Laurie*]

Tired and unmotivated? *sigh* I wish you luck.

Actually, it's the worst during the first month or two (with all the AD's I've been on). Then the side-effects seem to subside, at least to a tolerable degree.

[BiPolarJoe]

Originally Posted by ReptileInYourHead

I’m thinking to finally try meds for my depression.
I haven’t spoken with my de yet and I’d like to get some feedback and experiences with various meds you guys have take/have taken.
One of my symptoms of depression is a changing but always present loss of motivation, even for the things I enjoy doing most days.
I would like to find an anti depressant that does not make me tired and further unmotivated, any suggestions?

Everyone seems to react differently to meds which is why some of us have to try a few different ones or combos before we see positive results. Lexapro (Escitalopram) worked for me for a number of years but then seemed to stop working even with increased dosage. Trintellix (Vortioxetine) seemed to work well for me but the cost...even with insurance...was really high so I didn't continue that for long. I am most recently trying Wellbutrin (Bupropion) but it has only been a few short weeks so too early to tell. The Wellbutrin is known for giving a bit of an energy boost along with its antidepressant effects. I wish you luck trying to find the right one for you.

[RainyDay107]

Zoloft, Wellbutrin, Lexapro and Lamictal have helped my bipolar depression. DBT therapy helps, too.