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Posted 7/25/2015 10:55 PM (GMT 0)
So I've posted here b4 I was on Paxil then lexapro for 7 years I got off bc I wanted to have a baby and I ended up having the worst discontinuation syndrome, so I restarted my lexapro on a low dose of 5mg and ended up having an episode of svt or afib which was exactly 2 years to the date when it happen last time on lexapro which I wasn't getting off then. So I finally got off Drs put me on Zoloft was on it 10-11 days they upped it from 25 to 50 I had horrible runs. Blurry vision bloody nose so I said to my dr I want off while I was losing my does over a 2 month period the 25 wasn't so bad, now I'm off and my anxiety is full effect I drove myself to er the other day bc I thought I was dying. I worry about my heart night and day I'm so scared I can't take it no more I know I can take a xanx but I don't want to be hooked on those. I felt so foolish in the er the dr said its anxiety yea I knew that kinda figured bc I was calm there. I tried so hard not to take any medicine I have some good days but then bad I feel dizzy light headed taking deep breaths from chest just not good. I'm not happy I just want my life back. I'm doing cbt but trying to make that work when having an attack doesn't work for me. Please someone help me should I try zoloft again but a low dose??? I'm scared I can't talk to anyone about this that's why this site is great bc I can talk here.
Posted 7/26/2015 12:42 AM (GMT 0)
Kittay, I'm sorry you are struggling so. I can't tell you what AD to go back on. You have to make that decision with your doctor, and consider all of the variables. Anxiety vs your wish to have a child.

If it were me, I'd get my anxiety under control before I decided to become pregnant. I can't imagine having the raging hormones of pregnancy AND the craziness of anxiety together.

Maybe there are other coping skills you can use that will work for you. Do you journal? Sometimes it helps to write daily, and then read it at the end of the week. You may be able to find a pattern to your anxiety, and make positive changes.

Whatever you decide, know that we are here for you.
Posted 7/26/2015 3:34 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much jakesmom
Posted 7/26/2015 10:46 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Sorry to hear you are having a tough time at the moment.

Discontinuing and starting new medication can be a difficult time and it seems to be the norm to get worse before you get better but it really is a personal choice to start or stay on medication and best disused with your doctor.

Are you doing any therapy? CBT is a good talking therapy and can really help you learn how to manage your anxiety better rather than just manage symptoms by taking medication.

Have a look at our resources thread for some useful links to self help guides.

Keep us posted.

Hibee
Posted 7/27/2015 5:03 PM (GMT 0)
PK,

How long have you been doing your CBT? I ask because for me...it took a long time for it to 'kick in'...

...in fact, I noted most benefits started after I had actually completed the program. So it can be a delayed effect...but it has changed my life...and continues to be effective years later!!! So it is worth the wait!

Also, how are you doing on self help practices? I really used a lot (and still do) of techniques and did reading/learning along with my therapy program.

Doing all you possibly can to manage your anxiety through coping skills will give you a good indication of how much anxiety you still have to deal with as far as needing a med.

Wishing you the best...and keep us posted, okay?

With support,

S.C.
Posted 7/27/2015 9:58 PM (GMT 0)
Sk,
I've been doing cbt for about a month now but I'm not sure I found a good dr. He's real quick doesn't really take his time and not to mention he's totally against meds. I spoke with my gp today he said to restart Zoloft at 12.5 for a month and see how I do. He asked if I wanted buspar I said no never even heard of it. I said I was already on the Zoloft I just can't do 50mg. I'm scared bc I worked so hard to be off meds. I know the side effects are gonna suck again but I really think I need something. I now see how I'm off meds and how I was b4 when I was on it. Paxil, lexapro got me this far besides the heart thing without those I couldn't function b4. I've been ok done days then other days horrible. I have no depression just straight anxiety but if I don't fix it now I will have depression. I pray I pray to God to help me through this and I don't like asking God for help for this bc there are ppl with cancers and dying so I feel awful. I just want to be Barbara again myself 33 year old happy again.
Posted 7/27/2015 10:14 PM (GMT 0)
PK,

I would really encourage you to look into finding another therapist if you are not comfortable with your current one...and it sounds like you are not for good reason!

You need someone patient, who understands your needs...this is nonegotiatable

until you can find someone new...use the coping skills from our Resources here to get you through.

Best of luck on your restart. Keep us posted on how it goes and we will keep you in support.

S.C.
Posted 7/30/2015 10:29 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks SK,

I have the script I just haven't restarted the Zoloft yet. I need to stop going online and looking up sudden cardiac death, mi and etc with Zoloft. I know I went to the Drs and my heart is fine. I'm just scared to have any heart arrhythmias again. I've said before I was on lexapro 7 years and two times I had a crazy heart thing go on. I just don't want that to happen again. So basically at this point I'm suffering right now debating to take it or not to take it.
Posted 7/31/2015 2:27 AM (GMT 0)
I hear you...it hard to make these kind of decisions!

Yes try to avoid looking up reviews on the web...as you tend to find mostly the negative stuff...

...people who have had positive experiences are less likely to post...due to the fact that this is human nature. ( you see this in other reviews as well such as restaurants, hotels...ect.)

Wishing you the best on your decision, and know that we support you in whichever direction you choose!

S.C.
Posted 7/31/2015 3:55 AM (GMT 0)
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