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Posted 10/29/2014 1:51 AM (GMT 0)
I am having a depression. I have been on Paxil for many years at 20mg. Can I "up" for a few days to get the tears and edge off before seeing my doc? What is your experiences?

Paxil gave me my life back. I was insane for a year with panic. My doc perscribed Paxil, and though I gained big weight, I was sane and back to myself in less than a week. It worked very fast on me. I got relief very quickly.
Posted 10/29/2014 3:43 AM (GMT 0)
I would advise you not to up the dose without your doctor knowing. Sometimes you can actually make thing worse by changing your dosage yourself. I know it is hard but try to hang in there. I too take Paxil and I absolutely love it, I am on 40mgs and although I still have break through anxiety I feel awesome. Stay strong.
Posted 10/29/2014 6:28 AM (GMT 0)
Hi LRS and welcome!

I agree! You should talk to your doctor before making any changes in your Rx regimen. You can possibly do this with a phone call...or at the very least, you can up your appoinment to get in sooner and discuss a change a.s.a.p.

Until then, we have some amazing self help ideas in our Resources here to get you through your current rough spot. Here is the link.:)

https://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=9&m=104206

I do hope that you can get the help that you are seeking soon. Know that we care, understand and are here to support you anytime! Let us know how you are doing soon.

Scaredy Cat

Posted 10/29/2014 9:49 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

First of a big welcome to our forum you will find good support here. It is best not to increase your medication without first speaking with your doctor first. What usually happens with AD is that over time they poop out so either an increase or change in medication is required but your doctor will be able to tell you all about this. It's also good to do therapy alongside medication which tends to give the best results. Keep us posted

Hibee
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