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Posted 3/5/2013 7:21 PM (GMT 0)
Hello,

I am a new member to this forum. I have been taking 20mg of Paxil for about 10 years now but really want to get off of it to try something new. The side effects are terrible and to the point that I can barely tolerate it anymore. I have severe night sweats off and on, feel fatigued constantly, have no libido, and foggy memory. A few years back I saw a naturopath who weaned me off the paxil and put me on a herbal treatment. I went completely off the rails and had to go back to my GP who tried Zoloft which did not improve things. I then went back to paxil because at least I can manage life while on it. I am very frightened to try something new for fear that things will get really terrible again. Has anyone had a similar experience? If so, what was the outcome?
Posted 3/5/2013 9:15 PM (GMT 0)
Best suggestion I think would to be to see a pyschiastrist and see what happens. they would have a more current knowledge on antidepressent drugs and interactions.

Stay Strong
Peach
Trina
Posted 3/6/2013 1:58 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Miss40,

Welcome to the forum. I agree with Trina, I would talk to the doctor and see about switching. There are so many different medications out there now. I wish you the best...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 3/6/2013 4:43 AM (GMT 0)
hi miss40.

am sending you many healing compassionate thoughts your way. stay strong.

kind regards,
jamie
Posted 3/6/2013 5:35 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you for all the kind words. I have never seen a psychiatrist, just my family physician. I think I just have to get over my fears and trust that there may be a better treatment option out there.
Posted 3/6/2013 3:42 PM (GMT 0)
Miss40,

There is nothing to fear of a mental health doctor. Rare are the ones that are cold and uncaring. They go into this field because they DO care.

Most psychiatrists listen with concern and empathy and you will be amazed at how they pull information out of you without you realizing it.
A good therapist is even more amazing. To have someone sit and listen to you, understand where you are coming from is one of the best feelings in the world.

I used to think, "yeah, but I have to pay for it" No, this is not true, what you are paying for is the healing and wonderful way these professionals pull the bad stuff out and start helping you piece your life back together.

It is so much more that paying someone to talk to.

Stay strong, find your courage and I wish you Peace
Trina
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