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bluemason3 said:I also heard recently—before it was even official—that some independent study on antipsychotics suggested the older generations of meds actually yielded better results 🤔
Kenneth Scott41 said:Yeah, I am unhappy. I broke up with my girlfriend, and that’s why I’m on the pills.
restlesstrucker15 said:Here I am again, circling back to my ongoing struggle with insomnia.
I take Ambien at night, which manages to knock me out, but I end up waking up so many times throughout the night that I feel like a zombie by morning. It feels as though my brain never actually shuts off, even while I'm asleep. This isn't a side effect from any antidepressant—I only take one dose of Alice—rather, it's a symptom of my anxiety disorder.
I was wondering if anyone could recommend an anxiolytic or a sedative that might help extend the effects of my sleeping pill? I did try 5 mg of Norvasc, but honestly, Norvasc doesn't really do much for me anyway, and I didn't notice any improvement in how long the Ambien lasted.
I plan to consult my doctor at my next appointment, of course, but I would truly value hearing about your own personal experiences.
hollowviper40 said:Look, when I went through a breakup after seven years of living together—I was a total wreck—Rib just laughed right in my face (his head was huge and bright red, mind you) and basically told me:
-"Haven't you heard? You never chase after streetcars or girls!"-
Then he wrote up my medical report, flagging me as suicidal and handing me a referral for a psych ward in Los Angeles. I absolutely loathed him for it—especially for that condescending little "proverb" he used to mock me. I reached out to my family, told them how much of a mess I was, and they actually stepped in to stop me from going on "vacation." My entire world had collapsed back then. In those days, those months, I couldn't even fathom that there would be more time, more space, or anything good left in life—let alone new love. Looking back, it's almost funny, and honestly kind of sweet, how that old man mocked me. Who could have known he was actually 100% right? Haven't you heard? You never chase after streetcars or girls.
urbanskipper4 said:I've been taking 5 mg of Sanval for 8 months now. I sleep through the whole night without any issues.
The only thing is, I'm totally hooked. I really need to switch medications.
Maybe try Xanax?
That puts me to sleep pretty well too.
I don't usually take it, though—only when someone at work gets on my nerves and I just can't settle down. Those damn women. Seriously.
Chris Cruz8 said:Those damn women, amen to that!😂 I totally agree!
I actually need some help from you guys. Advice...
So, back when I first started Effexor a few years ago, it was absolutely amazing for me. The panic attacks, the nerves where I felt like pulling my hair out—all of that just vanished. My God, for the first time in a long, long time, I actually felt clear-headed, calm, steady, rational, patient, kind, and genuinely happy.😍
The only side effect was having zero interest in sex, but that cleared up after a few months. It was the perfect drug.🙂
But after a while, it felt like it stopped working. So my doctor prescribed Effexor combined with Abilify. That combo is okay, but Abilify has to be bought out-of-pocket, and if I remember right, it was about $600 for a box of pills.😢
Unachievable.
Then I was told to switch over to Prozac. I've been on it for almost a year now, and I won't say it's bad because it isn't—I don't have any side effects—but I'm just not seeing any major positive changes. Honestly, I keep thinking maybe I don't even need it because I'm still irritable and depressed. I don't see much difference.
Does anyone know of any great meds that might help me feel the way I did during those first few months/years on Effexor?
I don't want to be a zombie. I just want to be "normal." I know, I know, you guys get me.
I hate Xanax because it completely, totally numbs me out. It sucks.😢
Thanks in advance!🙂🙂
Kenneth Scott41 said:Eh... I had the exact same experience with Effexor, except for me, the erectile dysfunction issues are still there.🙂 I don't know how much longer I can deal with this... it's destroying my relationship.😠
I think I'll tell my doctor the same thing—that it's stopped working... I can't really feel its effects at all anymore.
By the way, tell me, how is that Prozac? Is it any better than the Effexor?
Chris Cruz8 said:Those damn women, amen to that!😂 I totally agree!
I actually need some help from you guys. Advice...
So, back when I first started Effexor a few years ago, it was absolutely amazing for me. The panic attacks, the nerves where I felt like pulling my hair out—all of that just vanished. My God, for the first time in a long, long time, I actually felt clear-headed, calm, steady, rational, patient, kind, and genuinely happy.😍
The only side effect was having zero interest in sex, but that cleared up after a few months. It was the perfect drug.🙂
But after a while, it felt like it stopped working. So my doctor prescribed Effexor combined with Abilify. That combo is okay, but Abilify has to be bought out-of-pocket, and if I remember right, it was about $600 for a box of pills.😢
Unachievable.
Then I was told to switch over to Prozac. I've been on it for almost a year now, and I won't say it's bad because it isn't—I don't have any side effects—but I'm just not seeing any major positive changes. Honestly, I keep thinking maybe I don't even need it because I'm still irritable and depressed. I don't see much difference.
Does anyone know of any great meds that might help me feel the way I did during those first few months/years on Effexor?
I don't want to be a zombie. I just want to be "normal." I know, I know, you guys get me.
I hate Xanax because it completely, totally numbs me out. It sucks.😢
Thanks in advance!🙂🙂
Timothy Wood38 said:What dose of Prozac are you on? Honestly, I wouldn't be so quick to pull the plug on Prozac, especially if you aren't dealing with any major side effects. I’m only bringing this up because it didn't even start doing anything for me until I hit the 60 mg daily mark—and after that, I actually bumped it up to 80 mg a day.
hollowviper40 said:!?
Kenneth Scott41 said:I suppose I don't see how there's any confusion here. Sex is a fundamental part of a relationship. It’s basically the core issue that can tear things apart if it's missing, though I guess not everyone views it that way.☕
Kenneth Scott41 said:I suppose I don't see how there's any confusion here. Sex is a fundamental part of a relationship. It’s basically the core issue that can tear things apart if it's missing, though I guess not everyone views it that way.☕
Aal Mahmud;38001697 said:Of course it matters, but you told us you suddenly emptied all your prescription bottles just because your relationship ended.>Now, the only way that would be an issue is if you're worried about a low libido from spending too much time solo.
😂😂😂 I'm going to get flagged for infractions again!
hollowviper40 said:Prozac is the gold standard!👍
In my experience, Effexor is a much harder habit to break... I have no clue why my therapist swapped my Prozac for Effexor instead of just bumping up my dosage on the first one.
hollowviper40 said:Of course it matters—but let's look at the facts here. You just informed us that you suddenly downed an entire stash of pills because your relationship fell apart. So, unless your libido is suffering from the lack of a partner, I have to wonder... was that whole episode actually about the breakup, or was it just recreational swallowing?
Kenneth Scott41 said:Eh... I had the exact same experience with Effexor, except for me, the erectile dysfunction issues are still there.🙂 I don't know how much longer I can deal with this... it's destroying my relationship.😠
I think I'll tell my doctor the same thing—that it's stopped working... I can't really feel its effects at all anymore.
By the way, tell me, how is that Prozac? Is it any better than the Effexor?
Kenneth Scott41 said:Well, she’s laughing, obviously. I suppose I didn't explain myself very clearly, so some people—women, in particular—are taking a little pleasure in twisting my words. The reality is that I'm back with my girlfriend now. So, naturally, we want to be intimate. I don't see what part of that is unclear or particularly funny.☕
Chris Cruz8 said:Yeah, I feel you...
Prozac is fine by me. I haven't dealt with any real side effects, and my sex life is totally normal.
I don't know, I feel like I need something stronger. Is Prozac even hitting hard enough?😢
Effexor was better for me. Honestly, it was the best medication in the world for a while, right up until it stopped working.🙂
