So, as of today I am one week in to Zoloft, 25mg for severe anxiety after a miscarriage. I was so, so nervous to start the medication - so many "what ifs". But it has truly been a positive experience so far. I didn't really feel anything for the first few days, but by day 4 my intrusive/obsessive thoughts had been SIGNIFICANTLY reduced. It has helped quiet my mind a lot.
I am not sure I feel much *happier*, but the feeling of doom that was just smothering me has been lifted a good amount. I have been able to smile and be in the moment at least some every day. I still have some anxious moments - often in the evening. I have Klonopin too for the acute symptoms, but I'm not sure that does much for me (0.5mg).
And side effect have been extremely minimal. I had some very mild headaches for a few days, but those are mostly gone. It might be making me a little sleepy, but eh, I'm always tired! And then I swear I had a crazy bout of yawing one day that was nearly uncontrollable, which can be a side effect. But that just made me laugh! Of all the side effect I worried about
.. haha!
Anyway, I just wanted to share this as an update and encouragement to folks who are on the fence about
taking meds. We read so many bad stories, so there are good ones out there too.
I will also be continuing with my therapy, exercise, and new mindfulness meditation series I started.
To healing, for us all!
Post Edited (supapfunk) : 10/22/2016 10:59:58 PM (GMT-6)