Prozac-Anixety

I have been dealing with panic and anxiety for about 9 weeks now. I tried Zoloft  and it was not for me I have every side effect from it. My doc just put me on Prozac 10 mg  about 26 days ago and im not sure if this is for me or not I feel numb, more anxiety dull headaches, emotionless most of the time.  I had a friend tell me she knew a girl on Prozac and she just killed herself so now I am worried will this make me want to do something like this. I don't want to kill myself and have not thought about it, but will the meds give me that thought?? I am confused and scared.. Should I stop taking the meds and try something new?  Can I just stop taking it?? Any advise would help

A couple more thoughts -

Some medications take up to a couple months to reach their therapeutic level and work properly, and the time between can be difficult. You should still be able to call or visit your doctor if you find any of these things unbearable. Don't be afraid to talk to your doctor - that's what they're there for. If they're not helpful, I'd look for another medical professional to help.

I've known people who did GREAT on Prozac and some who did not. What works for one will not work the same for another. That's one of the reasons it's so great that there are a lot of options out there.

You're going to get through this!

I'm putting in my two cents. I currently take 40mg of Prozac/day, and I have for 3 months. I was one of the individuals involved in the first human clinical trials of Prozac back when it first came out. I have, under doctor supervision, titrated down, then at some point, went back on it. Always talk to the doctor, and never stop a med cold on your own unless you are having an allergic reaction. In that case, get to an Emergency Department.

So all in all, I have been on Prozac, on and off, for decades. I remember a few times, starting up on it, until it reached a satisfactory blood level, I'd feel a little kooky and wonky for a bit, but for me, that dissipated. Some people report that "neutral" feeling (less lows, but also less highs). But that's possible, along with many things, with any type of psych med.

What my psych nurse has done is prescribe Xanax to take prn for those moments when I'm having a panic attack I can't control or the anxiety feels overwhelming. Maybe you could discuss this option with your doctor if you want to hang in there for a while.

Personally, I am very happy there IS Prozac out there. For many of us, it works wonders. I had too many side effects with other meds that were tried so I kept returning to the tried and true. So far so good!

Let us know how you do.


Sookie

Hi Petuna and welcome!

You may just now be getting to the therapeutic level of your Rx. It can take up to 8 weeks, sometimes longer for some people to note the benefits of a new SSRI.

What does your prescribing doctor say? It seems that giving it a bit more time, especially if he/she recommends doing so would be worth it...considering you've invested this much time so far.

I am sorry you are having a tough time finding the right treatment. It does take time...so try to be patient with yourself and the process.

We have great self help suggestions in our Resources here (top of the main forum page) that can be really helpful in your start up and beyond...check them out!

...and post with us here anytime for anxiety support. We will be here to listen and encourage andytime.:)

Scaredy Cat