Psychotropic medication discussion thread
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#542 ·
You hit the nail on the head, cactus care; honestly, who cares what they think. That’s exactly why I decided to see a private specialist instead... though, of course, I don't intend to go there every single week just so they can bleed my bank account dry. ☕
Side effects really are all over the map, aren't they? It seems like everyone reacts differently; for some people, Zoloft causes weight gain, while for others, it doesn't at all. In my case, I haven't gained any weight—it hasn't triggered those constant cravings to eat... at least, not anymore, though it was definitely an issue during the initial phase. What’s actually killing me right now is this endless yawning from the Zoloft... my jaw actually aches from yawning so much! 🤣
Side effects really are all over the map, aren't they? It seems like everyone reacts differently; for some people, Zoloft causes weight gain, while for others, it doesn't at all. In my case, I haven't gained any weight—it hasn't triggered those constant cravings to eat... at least, not anymore, though it was definitely an issue during the initial phase. What’s actually killing me right now is this endless yawning from the Zoloft... my jaw actually aches from yawning so much! 🤣
#543 ·
Honestly, I was also absolutely dying from the constant yawning. And don't even get me started on the Anafranil—it's actually making things a whole lot worse for me. I wake up in the morning feeling like I haven't slept a single wink; just completely exhausted from the moment my eyes open.
#544 ·
Anyone here actually tried this stuff? Like, how long does it take to kick in, and what kind of side effects am I looking at? I’ve got that whole borderline personality disorder diagnosis... if anyone has been through it, please let me know.
#545 ·
If an OBGYN loses a patient during childbirth, they’re held accountable immediately. That's just how things work. But when does a psychiatrist actually take responsibility for their patients? They just toss out prescriptions like candy—one pill after another—as if that solves everything. Then, the second a patient takes their own life, suddenly everyone acts surprised and washes their hands of it.
#546 ·
Oh, I can always find something to complain about! It honestly feels like we’re nothing more than lab rats in some massive, unending experiment. Isn't that the reality? They use us to test out all these different pharmaceutical concoctions.
But, if things go south—if a medication turns out to be absolute garbage—there’s always a convenient excuse ready to go. They just pivot and claim the drug didn't work quite right, or they start blaming the patient's specific biology, or this, or that. It's always someone else's fault, never the medicine itself.
But, if things go south—if a medication turns out to be absolute garbage—there’s always a convenient excuse ready to go. They just pivot and claim the drug didn't work quite right, or they start blaming the patient's specific biology, or this, or that. It's always someone else's fault, never the medicine itself.
#547 ·
So, about two years ago I was on Luvox and Xanax... and then last year, I just decided on my own to stop taking them. But, well, about a month ago the panic attacks started creeping back in. My psychiatrist just put me on a new regimen—Lexapro 10 mg along with Eglonyl Forte (I'm doing 1/4 of a tablet in the morning and 1/4 at noon). Honestly, I’m pretty nervous about starting this because I'm worried about side effects and getting hooked on meds... has anyone else ever tried this specific combo?
#548 ·
There’s really no need to panic this much, as long as you're staying on top of things with your psychiatrist. Honestly, I think you're just inviting more trouble by skipping your meds.
#549 ·
If an OB-GYN loses a child during delivery, they’re held accountable. That’s just how it works. But when does any psychiatrist take actual responsibility for their patient? They just hand out pills—one after another—and call it a day. Then, when a patient takes their own life, suddenly everyone acts surprised. "Oops!"
Look, if a baby dies in a hospital, it's a tragedy and a medical issue. Suicide is a similar situation when it happens within a healthcare facility. However, psychiatrists aren't responsible for what a free citizen chooses to do in their own private time when they aren't under direct supervision. And let's be honest, some people commit suicide just to spite those around them—not that anyone should encourage that behavior.
#550 ·
mellowhound12 said:So, about two years ago I was on Luvox and Xanax... and then last year, I just decided on my own to stop taking them. But, well, about a month ago the panic attacks started creeping back in. My psychiatrist just put me on a new regimen—Lexapro 10 mg along with Eglonyl Forte (I'm doing 1/4 of a tablet in the morning and 1/4 at noon). Honestly, I’m pretty nervous about starting this because I'm worried about side effects and getting hooked on meds... has anyone else ever tried this specific combo?
I suppose I don't quite understand why you're jumping straight back into a different medication after deciding to quit the first one; it feels a bit like you're just running in circles. Maybe there's a way to adjust your daily habits or your general lifestyle instead, which might mean you won't need any pills at all. I find myself thinking about that more and more lately... I really don't want to be stuck on these antidepressants for the rest of my life.
#551 ·
You can find a pretty solid breakdown right here regarding how all this works—like, which antidepressant does what and why you might choose one over the other...
just click on ----> 🙂
just click on ----> 🙂
#552 ·
Quick question for you guys. I was on Lexapro 10 mg for about a month before my doctor decided to switch me over to Luvox. Apparently, my sleep situation was pretty rough, and since Luvox has more of a sedative effect, she suggested taking it at night instead.
She told me I shouldn't really be feeling much in terms of side effects, since I’d already spent a month on Lexapro and my serotonin levels should have stabilized by now. But here I am—I’ve been on Luvox for a week. For the first four days, I was just doing half a pill, but for the last three days, I’ve moved up to the full dose, and now I’m dealing with nausea, some headaches, and just feeling totally wiped out.
Is it actually possible that these are still just side effects from the Luvox?
She told me I shouldn't really be feeling much in terms of side effects, since I’d already spent a month on Lexapro and my serotonin levels should have stabilized by now. But here I am—I’ve been on Luvox for a week. For the first four days, I was just doing half a pill, but for the last three days, I’ve moved up to the full dose, and now I’m dealing with nausea, some headaches, and just feeling totally wiped out.
Is it actually possible that these are still just side effects from the Luvox?
#553 ·
Chloe Garcia10 said:Quick question for you guys. I was on Lexapro 10 mg for about a month before my doctor decided to switch me over to Luvox. Apparently, my sleep situation was pretty rough, and since Luvox has more of a sedative effect, she suggested taking it at night instead.
She told me I shouldn't really be feeling much in terms of side effects, since I’d already spent a month on Lexapro and my serotonin levels should have stabilized by now. But here I am—I’ve been on Luvox for a week. For the first four days, I was just doing half a pill, but for the last three days, I’ve moved up to the full dose, and now I’m dealing with nausea, some headaches, and just feeling totally wiped out.
Is it actually possible that these are still just side effects from the Luvox?
It's definitely possible.
You can find more info here
#554 ·
crimsonhound80 said:You can find a pretty solid breakdown right here regarding how all this works—like, which antidepressant does what and why you might choose one over the other...
just click on ----> 🙂
this article is excellent—Dr. Miller is a total authority in this field, so I’d definitely suggest everyone give it a readhttp://imagesforum.doctissimo.fr/ima...o/bastet35.gif
#555 ·
Hey there!
Has anyone here actually messed around with Luvox? I know it’s been a bit of a niche topic before, but there isn't much info out there. Honestly, I still haven't managed to get any decent sleep from it, and then I'm just wiped out the next day because I'm also taking sleep aids on top of it—plus, my head is pounding. I can't tell if it's the meds or just life being chaotic right now. I've been on it for two weeks, following a month of Lexapro.
Also, does anyone have experience using Luvox specifically to help with sleep?
Has anyone here actually messed around with Luvox? I know it’s been a bit of a niche topic before, but there isn't much info out there. Honestly, I still haven't managed to get any decent sleep from it, and then I'm just wiped out the next day because I'm also taking sleep aids on top of it—plus, my head is pounding. I can't tell if it's the meds or just life being chaotic right now. I've been on it for two weeks, following a month of Lexapro.
Also, does anyone have experience using Luvox specifically to help with sleep?
#556 ·
Hey there.
I’ve been on antidepressants and antipsychotics since I was 14—now I’m 19, and honestly, it feels like the right time to finally look into tapering off. Things have shifted; I feel significantly better and those heavy depressive episodes just aren't hitting me nearly as hard as they used to.
I haven't actually sat down to hash this out with my psychiatrist yet, though I fully intend to bring it up at my next appointment. I realize he's the one who can give me the most medically sound advice, but I’m curious about the general perspective here—specifically from anyone who has been on these types of meds and eventually stopped...
What do you all think? Are there lingering side effects once you get off them? Is the transition actually worth the hassle? And the big question—is there a real risk of the symptoms crawling back once the medication is out of my system?
Thanks!
I’ve been on antidepressants and antipsychotics since I was 14—now I’m 19, and honestly, it feels like the right time to finally look into tapering off. Things have shifted; I feel significantly better and those heavy depressive episodes just aren't hitting me nearly as hard as they used to.
I haven't actually sat down to hash this out with my psychiatrist yet, though I fully intend to bring it up at my next appointment. I realize he's the one who can give me the most medically sound advice, but I’m curious about the general perspective here—specifically from anyone who has been on these types of meds and eventually stopped...
What do you all think? Are there lingering side effects once you get off them? Is the transition actually worth the hassle? And the big question—is there a real risk of the symptoms crawling back once the medication is out of my system?
Thanks!
#557 ·
Look, 😠😠 this is the designated thread for medication questions. Please, for the love of everything, stop starting a brand new topic every single time you have one. It’s nothing personal—well, maybe it is. I honestly can't tell. But seriously, every third thread on this board seems to be yours, and nobody is even responding.
#558 ·
I can't quite make out what's being said here—could someone else maybe give me some advice without being so incredibly blunt? 🤷
p.s.: Look, feel free to offer your thoughts, but if you're just going to resort to personal insults, then please—just don't bother saying anything at all.
Thanks!
p.s.: Look, feel free to offer your thoughts, but if you're just going to resort to personal insults, then please—just don't bother saying anything at all.
Thanks!
#559 ·
Could we merge this thread with the one about psychopharmacology? There’s some good info over there regarding tapering off meds. My first piece of advice is always this: never try to go it alone—always coordinate everything with your doctor first!
#560 ·
James Ramirez10 said:Can we merge this thread with the one about psychotropic meds? There's stuff in there regarding tapering off, too. First rule of thumb—don't go rogue; everything should be coordinated with your doctor!
I’m with you on that!
Just point me toward that psych med thread—if I haven't already missed it...
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