Fibromyalgia and prozac

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653169 tn?1303446369 I have history of major depression year round, but it is much worse in the winter. I was able to stop taking my prozac this last summer, but now I'm considering getting back on it because my depression is interfering with my life. The only problem is that I'm also having alot of anxiety currently. As I recall the prozac can initially make anxiety worse. Has anyone experienced this same reaction when starting an antidepressive? My other option is Savella.
Avatar n tn Do some research on Fibromyalgia and my suggestion would be to see a Rheumatologist ASAP. Good Luck to you and God Bless!
Avatar f tn I have to switch my meds. I have depression and fibromyalgia and am on Cymbalta, but it doesn't seem to be helping me.....my doctor suggested Prozac since it is known to help fatigue better than the other antidepressants (supposedly). Thank you.
1125419 tn?1259705049 I took Prozac for 7 yrs and it stopped working, doctor called it "Prozac poopout". I was put on Cymbalta for depression and pain. I will no longer be able to pay for the Cymbalta due to an insurance change, therefore the doctor is putting back on Prozac. I felt great previously when on Prozac and I've been off of it long enough that it should work fine now. The power of possitive thinking. Just wondering if anyone has had withdrawl from coming off of Cymbalta.
Avatar m tn Not on those medications but after starting lithium and Seroquel i have had symptoms similar to fibromyalgia and Lupus although i have been tested for Lupus and i don't have it. the doctors are still out on fibromyalgia though.
Avatar n tn Hi I was wondering if anyone knew if the medication abilify could cause anxiety. My anxiety is so bad I don't know what to do. I am also on a low dose of prozac for depression. Abilify was added because the dr. thought i might be bi-polar. I dont think i am nor do my friends and family?? But recently the anxiety is unbearable i take xanax when it's really bad but it's has been so bad that i would have to take it once or twice a day and i really don't want to??? any suggestions??
924711 tn?1290266557 Hi! I have fibromyalgia and my medical doc put me on a low dose of prozak. The first few days I felt great and now after a week, I notice nothing. I hear it takes a while to get in to the system, but do not want to waste my time if It does not help very many people. I have hep C and irritable bowel also. I am so at the end of my rope and of course, I am sure I am depressed, about all the side effects of these things. Any feedback? It may help me. Thks!
Avatar m tn A few years latter I went to cymbalta and that work and recently the insurance said no and I went thru the process again and nothing happed. What other medication is out there? It is so hard to get up in the moring because of the pain I have to crawl to the shower to have the warm water loosen me so I can do my fibro stretches in order to function. I have read some of the people who take narcs for the pain. Are you aware that narcs can make it worse?
460185 tn?1326077772 The only anti-depressant I was able to take was Prozac and after awhile it was no longer effective. Every other anti-depressant has had negative side-effects. Also don't think meds alone help - I need talk therapy at least if I took meds. Maybe I'll just stay depressed. Thank you for responding.
Avatar f tn I personally would say no--not at all. I acquired 1st degree heart block from prozac years ago (confirmed by 2 cardiologists) , and now i am dealing with long term effects from being on effexor 11 years. I believe if you can help it, go to a natural doctor---I am not a fan of using herbs without research either though, as they too can cause side effects---best thing for you to do is RESEARCH.
Avatar f tn I am hoping someone reading this can give me added insight. The most recent problem I have been having is a sensitivity to pressure. And I haven't been able to get any answers. It's my right side mostly being affected. bra straps and waistbands really irritate me- and it's not pain. It doesn't hurt. It's the pressure against my skin. It drives me to distraction, literally. This started 6 years ago. I've been to my doctor, on multiple occassions throughout the years.
1962464 tn?1344606673 I see Celebrex for pain in joints, Levothyroxin for thyroid?, and I know that Prozac (which causes complete disinterest in sex...been there got rid of that one) for your anxiety. I also know that Seroquel if used for the same thing but I also know it's used to aid in sleep and WEIGHT GAIN..got rid of that one as well..I don't need the help in that department..
Avatar f tn I am 27 and a mom of 4 girls and a full time college student. My issue is Anxiety and fibromyalgia. I have had anxiety for years and been on a variety of meds. The last medication I was on was Prozac. I was on it on and off for about 4 years. I stopped taking it because it wasn't helping and it caused my body to have twitching. Now it's about a year without Prozac and I'm trying to deal with anxiety on my own. However the past 6 months I'm in fear I have als.
Avatar f tn OLD IN 2005 I HAD A MISCARRIAGE AND LOST MY MOTHER TO EMPHYSEMA, AFTER BEING HER SOLE CAREGIVER FOR YEARS. I GOT SEVERELY DEPRESSED SO MY DR. PUT ME ON KLONOPIN AND PROZAC AND THEN I STARTED FEELING EXTREME FATIGUE AT THE BEGINNING OF 2006 SO I WENT BACK TO MY DR. AND HE DID TESTS AND SAID I HAD A POSITIVE ANA.I WAS TERRIFIED THINKING I HAD A DEADLY AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER OF COURSE THEY COULDN'T FIGURE OUT WHICH ONE IT WAS. SINCE THEN I MOVED TO FL.
Avatar f tn When I was taking Prozac I didnt gain weight.Paxcel made me gain some though.
Avatar n tn I am able to live with my attacks (which can get really bad at times) and I actually have a fear of taking meds. I think the only thing I will take is a child's dose of tylenol only when I have a fever or migrane. I have discovered that taking Vitamin B Complex capsules have helped reduce my stress and anxiety levels. Also, I still love taking Flinstone vitamins, on top of the vit B complex. I feel great when I don't miss out in taking one a day.
Avatar f tn I went to my regular DR yesterday, and she said she didnt want to overmedicalize me, and wrote me a script for prozac,,,,???Prozac? I am a happy person, and the only thing that is emotionaly weighing on me is my physical state. ANYONE PLEASE help??
Avatar f tn The Dr said this would go away once the prozac fully kicked in , but its been a month and nothing. I know the prozac is helping but i have ups and downs all day. If I sit at home by myself for an hr or two i will feel depression and or anxiety. I guess my question is..... do you think that I should request a higher mg of prozac (20) or keep giving the 10mg pills a try? I hate having to try so hard to not feel depressed.
Avatar f tn Hi i'm on Prozac and trazodone if you start on a low dose of trazodone it shouldn't be an issue and there really is no interaction with trazodone and Prozac because I've been on trazodone and Prozac for years and I've never had a problem you just have to take it like maybe you're better off just taking half a tablet or something
Avatar f tn First of all, you shouldn't just stop taking antidepressants without discussing it with your doctor. Fortunately, you weren't on the Prozac long enough and you were at a very low dose, so you didn't experience the nasty effects of going cold turkey off these types of meds. Prozac can take anywhere from 4-6 weeks to reach "steady state" in your body. That is the point at which it will begin to help you.
Avatar f tn I have been on and off prozac for 4 years and i now am experiencing heartburn. I take 20mg at night because it makes me dizzy but i dont get the heartburn until the afternoon the next day. I was wondering is it safe to take ranitidine 150mg effervescent? I took it all the time when needed before being back on prozac and it works i was wondering does it cause any side affect?
Avatar f tn s not for everyone and you will have to just try it and find out if it works for you. I know i wont EVER try it again..
Avatar f tn Hi Elaine, Hi Elaine, I posted in the other forum (pregnancy) about being put on prozac 10 mg. I have taken your great advice and am doing yoga and breathing exercises to deal with my mild anxiety instead. But heres my question to put my mind at ease. I took the prozac at 28 weeks for about a week. It wasnt right for me and I was too worried I was doing harm to the baby. After my 3 miscarriages last year I am always worried now.
Avatar f tn got a new dr in may cause old one retired he had me try to up prozac and trouble with that so his asso. had me totally stop the prozac and go on wellbutrin sr 150am and pm,,,,after a week i was having prozac withdrawals so back on prozac i went and still on wellbutrin to be honest i dont know if my depression is something else cause neither brought me up or were stimulating..my new dt thinks i have slight add..anywayas i have been tapering off the prozac 10 mg a week per dr...