Newbie struggling

Hi, I am new to this forum and am struggling big time at the minute. I have been treated for depression and anxiety since the age of 17 (47 now) and have been on and off meds ever since. Tried different talking therapies and I'm going nowhere fast. I have a great career and family but its meaningless.

I am currently on pregabalin and sertraline with low dose diazepam and propranalol. Prescribed by private psychiatrist was great at first until gps decided to mess around with dosage. Been back to psychiatrist who has increased pregabalin to get me to 300 a day but wants me to seriousky think about an anti-psychotic. Hes actually given me a few quetiapine 25mg to try one at night when I dont have to get up the next day as I expressed concern about being completeky zonked and unable to function.

I know there's no definitive answers but regards meds any advice?

Thanks

Post Edited (jessie79) : 2/17/2014 3:46:36 PM (GMT-7)

Hi Jessie,

Welcome to the depression forum.

I think if you go on the med that is zonking you, after awhile it probably wont be that way. Your body will get use to it. But in the beginning it can be hard.

I hope that you feel better soon.

Hang in there and do keep posting...

Hugs, Karen...

You are doing the right things to help yourself. Hang in there and keep trying. You will feel better soon I am sure.

Know that you can always come here and talk about things.

Hugs, Karen..

Thank you. I have taken myself on a retreat for 3 days to try and fine some peace.