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Posted 3/1/2016 1:11 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Everyone,

I have not felt right mentally ever since I had an panic attack two years ago and I am on a few different drugs which I think could be making me worse but I don't know which ones...

Do you ever feel so spaced out, that getting out of bed or just thinking straight is almost impossible?

I cannot remember what it feels like to be happy anymore.
Posted 3/1/2016 4:28 PM (GMT 0)
SBS,

I am sorry you are going through such a hard time...and yes, it is difficult to distinguish between anxiety effects...and Rx issues.

Do you feel like you are continually symptomatic...or do you have days/periods of feeling better?

Transient symptoms tend to point to anxiety, rather than a constant state of feeling off...

...which could more indicative of your meds needing evaluation.

Remind me, do you see a P-doc for your Rx's?

...and how is your therapy/self help regimen currently going?

S.C.
Posted 3/1/2016 4:32 PM (GMT 0)
Hey S.C,

You must be tired of hearing me say I am losing my mind lol

I have good days and bad days but I do think that the meds I am taking are not helping and my GP is useless. I looked up the meds I was taking on a med interaction checker and there is 5 significant med interactions, mostly to do with making me sleep but not all of them.

I just see a normal GP at the moment but I am going to be having therapy at some point as soon as I am in the right frame of mind to do so.

Are you okay?
Posted 3/1/2016 4:42 PM (GMT 0)
Ha ha, no...as long as you don't mind me asking the same questions, it's all good, lol! ;)

Yeah...a GP can be knowledgeable regarding psychotropics...but usually your best bet is a psychiatrist for your Rx's if possible. A P-doc can also facilitate therapy...either working with you him/herself...or setting things up through their consulting therapist.

If it is possible to get a referral from your GP, I would do so. With a referral, most insurance providers accept visits to a specialist.

It's a process. Hang in there...I know it can wear you down, but there is hope.

I am doing okay...challenges here and there, but managing them...thanks for asking! :)

Peace and progress,

S.C.
Posted 3/1/2016 10:23 PM (GMT 0)
Hey buddy, I think to varying degrees we all feel like that at times. For me the depersonalization is what I equate with madness. It's like I'm there but not really, somewhat like a dream when it hits with associated numbness and slow thinking.

And it's interesting that you said a PA set you on this journey, it was the same with me when one first hit as a kid then later as an adult.

Hang in there!
Posted 3/2/2016 10:46 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks guys, DP is such a horrible experience and it is almost impossible not to worry about it but worrying about it makes it worse so I have been told. I am still struggling with codeine and although I did go 12 days without it a couple of weeks ago, it did not make me feel any better when before I did give it up for a month and I felt much better.

I am just so tired of fighting as I am sure all of you are.
Posted 3/2/2016 1:07 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Sean,

I do understand how you feel and sorry that you are going through such hard time.

I am just wondering if you recently started any of the medication you are using now? Because antidepressants tent to have such side effects the first 1-2 weeks. Since the anxiety is increased one may feel like going mad.
This was my problem when I started SSRI medication. I used to feel like my head was gonna explode and I wasn't actually living a real life, all sensations like a dream and it felt like I was slowly becoming crazy. It didn't last too long, luckily.

I really do hope you feel better soon
Sending positivity
Posted 3/2/2016 5:55 PM (GMT 0)
healing thoughts mate.
Posted 3/3/2016 11:23 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Rrakkma,

I have been on these anti-depressants for a while now but I seriously think that the codeine is affecting how they work, I know the anti-depressants affect how the codeine work so I am sure it can work the other way around. I got addicted to codeine quite a while a go and everytime I stop it for a week or so, I do tend to feel better but I end up going back on it again like a donut.

I need to reduce the amount of codeine I take to a safe amount and then I think that will help me stay off them as the withdrawals won't be so harsh.

Hey Happy Turtle......how are you??
Posted 3/3/2016 4:56 PM (GMT 0)
SBS,

Going through a discontinuation from an opioid on your own is difficult. Have you considered asking for your doctor's assistance, or working a program?

No need to respond...just a thought and encouragement. :)

S.C.
Posted 3/4/2016 8:12 AM (GMT 0)
hey sean, still kicking and screaming. I have been doing a lot of project work with our hospitals mental health sector. and sorting out my gambling and brother. I am in reflection as my fiancée is taking personal time, that I suggested, although the time is accruing., if ya know what I mean!!! still see my therapist, but not my psychiatrist. I weaned off the lamictal. just got some issues with neck, occipital neuralgia type things. thx for asking. keep strong.
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