My doctor wants me to add Buspar to my current meds (100 mg sertraline). Does anyone have any experience with adding Buspar to an SSRI?...
What did they switch you to? My anxiety is manageable today, just those darn side effects!...
I've been on sertraline 75mg for several years. I had anxiety spring up late August so my doc increased me to 100mg. I don't do well with med increases/side effects so the last 4 weeks have been...
It's so empowering to beat back anxiety! One battle at a time, Gilly2!!!...
I did it!!! And I'm doing it again tomorrow!! It wasn't easy but I'm so happy I did it. And the hugs from coworkers and students sure helped!! Thank you all for the advice and good wishes. I don't...
So happy for you!!! Medication can help so much!!! And thankfully the side effects were tolerable. Thanks for the update and best wishes for continued success!!...
Starting an SSRI is different for everyone but once it starts working, it's so nice. Do look through the resources for some coping strategies, they do help a lot! I use guided meditation (on YouTube)...
So happy that you made it home after a good trip. Anxiety is awful but you fought through it! Be gentle with yourself for the next few days. I've found when I push myself I have to lay low the next...
I've had the last 3 weeks off of work while I started on Sertraline. It's been a pretty awful time but I'm done with most of the start up side effects (eating and sleeping still are iffy) and I'm...
Thanks gilly2 for checking in. I still have highs and lows every day, but I am getting better. I just wish it was faster. I go back to work part time this week, my doctor's idea, so that's increasing...
Thanks for the cheers! I've had some anxiety this afternoon but it will go away so I can continue my good day!!...
Way to get it done!! You did a great job! Keep having fun!!!...
Oh the difference a day makes! I feel...almost normal! I'm still tired but I feel good. Thanks everyone for helping me though my low day yesterday. Here's hoping for more days like today!!...
I use guided meditation every night. It helps me get to sleep and go back to sleep when I wake up in the middle of the night. The Honest Guys and Jason Stephenson (spelling?) are both good ones I've...
Thank you for all the kind and supportive notes. I'd love to say I'm feeling better but I'm not. But I'm not worse and that is something. Trying to stay positive! Hoping for a better...
I'm struggling right now. I restarted sertraline 15 days ago. The start up side effects are mostly gone but I am not well. I still have anxiety, not sleeping well (even with ativan at night), no...
You are doing an amazing job!! Keep up the great work!!...
For some people the side effects are better. Unfortunately that isn't me. However, the end result was worth it for me. Ativan and coping skills help a lot. So does talking about it here. Good luck!!...
Congrats on your forward progress!! Celebrate each step you take, no matter how small, because they are all important. My step is going back on Sertraline (generic Zoloft) 2 weeks ago. I have a very...
I take .25 mg ativan before bed so it's out of my system by morning. I don't want to take more in the AM because it makes me so tied. The only other med I'm on is sertraline (day 13) so once that...
SC, what coping skills do you use?...
I get morning anxiety just about every day and I have the hardest time working through it. It just doesn't want to go away!! And when it does, I'm so tired from dealing with it. I have Ativan that I...
My goal is to go back to work this week. I took last week off to deal with getting on Sertraline again (man, start up sucks for me). It's going to be a major head game for me, mind over matter and...
I'm so sorry you are suffering. It sucks plain and simple. Definitely call your doctor to see if you can get some kind of relief. In the mean time, try getting outside or some of the other coping...
Good for you!!! I'm very happy you were able to get out and enjoy time with your daughter!...
I'm so sorry you are going through this. Anxiety is awful! However, you can get through this rough spot. Do not give up!! Have you tried any guided meditations? When I feel totally empty of strength...
So sorry for your loss. Losing a pet is so incredibly hard. Prayers for peace to you and your family....
I'm sorry you are dealing with anxiety. It sucks butt is manageable. I'm starting Zoloft again (2nd time) with the help of ativan. I was very nervous the first time I started but it helped me so...
What did your doctor recommend? My doctor told me I could up after a week or sooner if I felt up to it. I plan on upping mine tonight just so I can get to a therapeutic level sooner. It will increase...
Hi Park, Sorry you're having a rough time. I'm struggling right now too so not mmuch I can think of to say. Using positive mantras has helped, like "I feel yucky now but it won't last. I will feel...
Glad things are a little better for you. Keep the positives going!...
I took dose 3 of Sertraline (generic Zoloft) last night and it sounds like we have some of the same side effects. Some times I'm jittery and shaky, other times I feel the anxiety coming back, sleep...
I'm looking for good ideas to de-stress. What are your favorites? I like to read but it's hard to do when my anxiety is high....
I saw my doctor today. He agreed I should go back on Sertraline and wrote a prescription for Ativan as well to help during the transition. He also suggested seeing a therapist so I have that...
I'll try to keep this short but I'm just looking for some support. I was diagnosed with anxiety in June of 2014. I was put on sertraline 75 mg and all was good. I had some occasional breakthrough...
I started on generic Zoloft in July and can totally relate to the side effects. I took Ativan to deal with the added anxiety. It was definitely worth dealing with the side effects! I would also...
I used walking to help decrease anxiety after I was diagnosed before my meds fully kicked in. I too had stomach issues but had lost quite a bit of weight so I was weak. I walked for 10 minutes every...
Can you walk around inside your house? Try some stretches. I find drinking tea is relaxing or even just hot water. Waiting is anxiety-inducing, not knowing if you'll get a call or not. Have you tried...
Good for you both for not letting anxiety rule your life! I am a teacher and have to deal with morning anxiety. I've found a routine with some kind of physical activity helps me. Right now I do 25...
I'm sorry you are struggling right now. I wish I could do or say something more to help but I will pray for you and send healing thoughts your way. Deep breaths! You can do this and the prize at the...
I do yoga first thing in the morning and it helps my anxiety. I think focusing on the poses and breathing distracts me and I don't notice the anxiety. It doesn't get rid of it completely but it helps...
I talked to my doctor and he said I can come in and we can talk about any issues I'm having. My anxiety was triggered by an extremely stressful school year last year (I teacher elementary school) and...
I just wanted to say I'm praying for you and your family. I hope you can find some peace, no matter what you decide to do. I wish I had more I could say that would be helpful. Keep talking here....
Thanks for your replies. I plan on calling my doctor tomorrow. I just can't figure out why I was feeling so much better then have the morning anxiety return. And I felt great this afternoon! I sure...
Hi all, I've been on sertraline and Ativan as needed since July 11. I've been making really good progress, using coping techniques so I don't need to take Ativan as much and only take 1/4 of a pill...
Trader, It will be all right! Once the meds start working you will feel much better. It sucks the first few weeks though. I'm sorry you are so tired. I know it feels like you will never be "normal"...
Ativan makes me very tired! I am taking it while my SSRI starts to work. My dr said to decrease the amount and frequency I take it and that has help a lot....
I just started week 4 of sertraline. I did feel very tired and had increased anxiety when I started. Every time I increased my dose (started at 25 for a week then 50 then 75) per dr orders I had a...
So how do you know the SSRI is working? You just don't feel the need for the benzos anymore?...