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Posted 4/20/2018 5:44 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you you two for your kind words! And wisdom, turns out an angel was on my side today and somehow I found a psychiatrist that specializes in medication management and anxiety that works entirely over video chat! I can’t believe how lucky I got considering my agoraphobia. Well I have an appointment with her Monday so might just say screw going to the Pdoc and just wait until Monday to see what she says..
Posted 4/20/2018 3:07 PM (GMT 0)
A.W.,

That is such great news! Either way you go...with one or both consultations...I am sending positive thoughts for finding just what you need for you Rx regimen.

Update when you can
Posted 4/20/2018 11:53 PM (GMT 0)
So update! They want to take me off of the Prozac. The side effects they said were not worth it, so I’m going to be weening from that for a little bit then starting Effexor which my mother has had success with so I hope it ends up working for me as well, I guess I’ll keep the updates coming about how the weening goes and the transition to Effexor.
Posted 4/21/2018 2:01 AM (GMT 0)
I was happy to see you had a good day but sad to see it didn't last. You will have ups and downs though! not every day can be good! Just ride it out. 2 weeks is not long and it cant take 4-6 weeks for the meds to take effect. hang in there!
Posted 4/21/2018 4:07 AM (GMT 0)
When something messes with my sleep that’s when it gets to be too much for me, cause sleep is the only time I never have anxiety, and if I’m having dreams of people actually killing me then my anxiety seeps into my dreams and I don’t get good sleep. I need my good sleep, that’s why I’m hoping this weening process goes by easily and the Effexor doesn’t mess with my dreams. That’s it.
Posted 4/21/2018 4:41 AM (GMT 0)
AW,

Wishing you the best with your transition! Try not to anticipate anything but good results...as this is not an umcommon switch over, and should go well!

Use your coping skills to ensure your best experience...and keep us updated so we can keep you in support!

S.C.
Posted 4/21/2018 5:54 AM (GMT 0)
Alright I’ll make sure to keep you all updated. This is the first night of not taking Prozac and man do I feel good. I’m actually able to focus on things and I like it so far. Can’t start the Effexor till the Prozac is weened out then wait a whole week. So probably a few weeks before I can even try the effexor.
Posted 4/21/2018 2:57 PM (GMT 0)
you will find weaning off Prozac is a breeze. nothing too it
Posted 4/21/2018 8:05 PM (GMT 0)
Yeah I hope so. I have to take a dose tonight though and then wait a day to take another for 5 days, then switch to every two days I take a dose. So not excited about that though.
Posted 4/24/2018 12:18 AM (GMT 0)
So this online psychiatrist thing is awesome! Just what I needed, she upped my klonopin to 4 times a day while I ween off the Prozac because it’s hitting my anxiety super hard, I’m a little nervous about the uppage in the klonopin but hey if it helps me not freak out from the Prozac I’m just fine with that!
Posted 4/24/2018 3:17 AM (GMT 0)
I am sure it is just temporary...for a couple of weeks at the most...

...and as soon as you are able, you can decrease...and eventually just use as needed/PRN.

I am glad you found this source of getting the help that you need.smile

Let us know how you are doing soon,

S.C.
Posted 4/26/2018 7:23 PM (GMT 0)
Well it’s been two days since my last prozac dose and I’m feeling decent I suppose, not sure when the withdrawal effects start to happen but I hope I don’t get any! I’ll keep you all updated as I go along.
Posted 4/26/2018 11:40 PM (GMT 0)
when stopped Prozac after 3 months use. I had no withdrawls at all .
Posted 4/27/2018 5:52 AM (GMT 0)
AW,

Great update! Congrats on making the final step down to discontinuation.

Like S.D. said, Prozac is usually an easy wean. If you've not had any withdrawals symptoms as of yet...you likely aren't going to...so don't anticipate any, and keep moving ahead!

Keep up the great work. ;)

S.C.
Posted 4/27/2018 7:40 PM (GMT 0)
Well today woke up with really bad anxiety and my forehead feels weird. Haha like something’s missing, legs feel a little weird as well, I may attribute that to my anxiety but I’m on my klonopin right now and it hasn’t gotten any better yet. But it can’t last too long.
Posted 4/30/2018 12:12 AM (GMT 0)
It seems like every day the withdrawal effects get worse. I don’t quite understand. I mean, it says side effects from withdrawals should last about 2 weeks but ease up over that time. I’m on day 5 now and I just feel so bleh and lightheaded and weak legs. I don’t like this but I really don’t want to end up going back into thenprozac. I don’t know what to do..
Posted 4/30/2018 1:17 AM (GMT 0)
It may not be withdrawal effects...but rather simply anxiety symptoms...from the dual stressors of your transition. (losing the benefits of one Rx, while waiting for the therapeutic effects of your start up med to begin)

Do you find your benzo takes the edge off of your symptoms/anxiety?

S.C.
Posted 4/30/2018 5:05 PM (GMT 0)

Alwaysworried1991 said...
It seems like every day the withdrawal effects get worse. I don’t quite understand. I mean, it says side effects from withdrawals should last about 2 weeks but ease up over that time. I’m on day 5 now and I just feel so bleh and lightheaded and weak legs. I don’t like this but I really don’t want to end up going back into thenprozac. I don’t know what to do..

What you are experiencing; lightheaded, weakness, and bleh could very well be side effects of Klonopin and not withdrawal from Prozac. I would suggest talking to your prescribing Dr.
Posted 4/30/2018 10:03 PM (GMT 0)
bingo we have a winner. snoopy is spot on right. its the klonopin side effects. made my legs act weird also.cut your dose back and see it it lets up. I was so groggy and foggy while on it I could barely function.
Posted 4/30/2018 10:50 PM (GMT 0)
Could it be? Granted I am on a way higher dose then I ever have been because of the anxiety of stopping the Prozac. I used to only take .5 in the morning and night like 2 years ago, now I’m taking .5 three times a day. But I wasn’t having these effects when I was on 1mg in the morning and 1mg at night in the mental hospital. So I’m weary if that is the case. Also SC I’m not transitioning to my new meds yet, they say there has to be a white out period where I’m fully off the Prozac before I can start another med. idk sounded weird o me.
Posted 5/1/2018 2:38 AM (GMT 0)

Alwaysworried1991 said...
Could it be? Granted I am on a way higher dose then I ever have been because of the anxiety of stopping the Prozac. I used to only take .5 in the morning and night like 2 years ago, now I’m taking .5 three times a day. But I wasn’t having these effects when I was on 1mg in the morning and 1mg at night in the mental hospital.

Klonopin has a longer life in your body than any of the other Benzodiazepines. If i am understanding, you are taking a total of 1 and 1/2mgs of Klonopin a day, for some people that would be quite a bit especially just starting out. It doesn't necessarily take much of Klonopin to cause symptoms you are experiencing. Super20dan had a good idea to cut down on your dosage and see how you feel. Klonopin, depending on the person and dosage can cause dizziness, leg weakness sleepiness, Fogginess and no energy and can effect memory. This is not the case for everyone as each person reacts differently to medications.
Posted 5/1/2018 4:37 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for your guys advice. I took it and only took a half dose so .25 of my klonopin earlier and didn’t notice much of a difference but now I’m starting to have panic unfortunately. I’m not sure whether to take my night dose or just try to go to sleep. I’m scared at the moment. I never take my night dose. I usually just take the .5 3 times a day and I’m good at night but not tonight it seems.
Posted 5/1/2018 4:56 PM (GMT 0)
A.W.,

Well you are in a new environment/situation...so do what you have to do to stay calm.

Are you also able to use your self help/coping skills? Don't forget our Resources...full of them!

You're going to be alright...you can do this!

S.C.
Posted 5/7/2018 8:12 AM (GMT 0)
Just thought I would check in, still having some balance issues but my legs feel fine now and the lightheadedness is pretty much gone. I think it was the prozac but I’m almost to two weeks. It’s been way easier on week two than it was on week one. Just thought I would give you all an update. Thanks for sticking with me through all of this!
Posted 5/8/2018 8:27 PM (GMT 0)
So glad to hear things are improving...and that you've found the answer to how you were feeling!

Keep up the amazing outlook and good work! May your progress continue...thanks for updating and keep them coming. smile

Talk soon,

S.C.
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