i took 50 mg zoloft for 9 yrs for panic disorder, which worked beautifully. i switched to 37.5 mg effexor xr because of my decreased libido. after several months, i feel generally anxious again, as if i've had caffeine. the other thing i've noticed is a decreased memory for names, places, etc. can you tell me what is causing this, and how can i get relief from this anxiety? it makes me irritable and otherwise unable to function optimally. i am 49 yrs old, and female.
I've been taking zoloft for more than ten years, my question is does zoloft stop working after so many years? Pls help i've been in bad shape for quite a while, and I need answers!
First, get a psychiatrist. At least get a new doctor. There is no reason Zoloft won't work because Lexapro stopped working -- the only ssri I know of having this effect is Paxil, because it is just too strong for anyone but the desperate. (Not that it works better -- it's just stronger on the brain). The Effexor is bothering you most likely because it's also targeting norepinephrine, basically adrenalin, so it's not usually used for primary anxiety.
Well both Prozac and Zoloft take weeks to kick in fully. What was your side effect on Prozac?
I have no idea, but why on Earth would you take an addictive and toxic drug (vicodin has acetominiphen in it, doesn't it? That's highly liver toxic) to get over another drug that's hard to quit? You're just going to either have to tough it out or go back on the Zoloft and taper off more slowly if it's too much to handle.
It typically takes about 4-6 weeks for Zoloft to start really working. The same will apply for dosage increases, you have to give that the same amount of time (4-6 weeks) before changes will be noticeable. That's why it's important to try to be patient, as it can take a few months to be able to FAIRLY assess a medication's effectiveness. You'll get there.
Therapy is also a good idea in addition to the medication. I would recommend that.
I know this sounds terrible but I guess I really enjoy the high from the combination. UGH! I have quit the pills once before and the worst part was the RLS! I also take zoloft on a daily basis and (bare with me on the explaination) It seems as if when I drop down the norco dosage it makes me have a zoloft withdrawal as if my body is moving faster than my head???? like a tracer feeling, dizzy?? zappy?? I don't know but I don't like it. I am fearful of these two withdrawals symptoms.
Recently Ive felt the zoloft has not been working as it used to so I went to see my nurse practictioner. She decided to switch me from zoloft to Lexapro. She said I could immediatly discontinue the zoloft and start on the lexapro 10 mg. I have been feeling a little out of sorts since I have switched and i am wondering if perhaps I should taper off the zoloft and ease into the lexapro.. or does it not matter?
I take 200mg of zoloft daliy for like 10 yrs for severe depression. Ive been taking norco more then I should for 2yrs. Is it true the pain killers have been making my zoloft not really work? I believe I'm lacking in dopamine from my depression, does the norco stop it even more? Is there a supplement or something I can take to help my receptors get back to normal quicker, or give me extra dopamine boost? Which one I'm misssing.
I stoped for 30 days, I was clean.
I started Zoloft around Febuary of this year, after stopping Prozac due to my inability to handle its side effects. Zoloft worked amazingly for about 5-6 months, and now in early October I'm finding that my depression, anxiety, and apathy are all returning. I'm continuing to take my Zoloft, which is at 50mg a day, but I'm going through unable to enjoy ANYTHING. could Zoloft not be working anymore? I don't know what to do. I just want something that works for as long as I take it.
Before I started taking Zoloft I did get dizzy but my doctor told me it was from anxiety and stress and not to worry but he did prescribed me pills for nausea/dizziness.. Zoloft can help ease it off as it makes you more calm. But I would recommend you taking it during the night as it can be heavy on you (wasn't for me) it can make you sleepy. I would recommend you not to read the side effects as they can be a bit scary.. I've actually never read them.
I have not been on meds for 3 years.Cuz none of them worked for me.So now i am giving this zoloft a try.Today is my 3rd day taking it.For the 1st 2 weeks i'm cutting in half cuz i'm so sensitive to it.Hopefully it will kick in soon.I just can't live in fear everyday.I start temp work on Tuesady so i hope it starts working a little bit then or i will quit taking it.
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