Thanks SC! I’m hoping it gets better quickly. I just feel so off, but I’m sure this will pass soon. I can manage a couple of days of this!...
Hi! Today my doctor and I decided to increase my Prozac dose from 20mg to 30mg. I took it about three hours ago, and now I feel jittery, anxious, and just uncomfortable. How many days does it...
Thanks for the feedback! I plan on discussing this with my doctor at my next appointment. We’ve talked about it before, and the plan is to initially switch to the shorter release one you take 2-3...
I was put on Propranolol ER four years ago when I was not taking a SSRI. I am now on prozac and would like to taper off of the Propranolol. It gives me really low blood pressure, and I’m not sure how...
I completely understand your nervousness and hesitation, Mel. I started Prozac about 5 months ago. I had a really easy time getting on it, but I will say it took about 3+ months to really take...
I think it is starting to work! I still have general anxiety, but I'm guessing that's just me. The shakiness is still there - if I hold my hand out it visibly shakes. But I am also shaky; it's just...
Forgot to pop by that I am off the Xanax daily now! I took my last tiny dose four days ago. Still don't feel 100% but I'm ok. Thanks for all of the support and guidance!!...
I was put on Pexeva in 2003, I believe. I only knew that it and Paxil were closely related. My anxiety has definitely evolved into a stronger thing since then, unfortunately. Prozac question/update:...
Thank you Raew64333! I have gone slowly and am getting so close to being off of it. I am lowering my dose a bit again tonight. There are some uncomfortable moments, but it'll be worth it. I wish I...
You definitely have super20dan - thank you! I am hoping to decrease my dose again tomorrow and be off of it by next week....
Thanks super20dan. I agree with everything you said. I can see some improvement in the way I think, but still have the physical effects of anxiety. I am actually going to see a new psychiatrist in a...
Thanks super20dan. I have been on prozac now for 8 weeks. I honestly cannot tell if it's helping. I actually feel more on edge on a daily basis than I did before. However, that could just be in my...
Thanks super20dan. I went down to .125mg yesterday and plan to stay there for a few days. I also will get a splitter to make it easier. Thank you for all of your advice and support....
Thanks Anxious Scientist! I am definitely going to reduce it versus just stopping it. I really didn't think it'd be hard. Thanks!...
Thank you! I never even thought of that. I actually take the dissolvable Xanax so that will be very easy to put together. Thank you SO much! I didn't think it'd be hard to get off of it, but it is...
I have been on Xanax daily for 2 months as I got on Prozac. I am ready to quit it, but seem to feel unwell when I try to skip it each day. I am down to one .25mg daily and have been for two weeks....
Can you explain what "activating" means? Thanks! Always have been curious on that one....
This only week 8 for me on Prozac. I'm hoping the 20mg will manage my anxiety! So far, I have noticed minimal improvement but I'm trying to be patient. I have been told I need a booster as well. I'm...
Super20Dan - Maybe the edginess I feel is just overstimulation. Thank you for phrasing it that way! I also have a rash now on my stomach. I thought it was a stress rash but hopefully it goes away now...
Super20dan - I'm hoping I will feel better at 20mg. I did not start the Zyprexa after reading some not so great reviews. KellyinCali - I started having all day jitters and anxiety at 40mg. I also...
Hi Hopeful. I'm sorry to hear that you're having a rough time. After I have a panic attack, I'm normally anxious for several days following. I think it's a combination of my body being tired coupled...
Just popping by for a quick update. My doctor is lowering my Prozac from 40mg to 20mg due to the onset of side effects. He also told me to finally start the Zyprexa at 2.5mg. I haven't taken it yet...
Thank you! :)...
Thank you Hibee! Sorry to ask so many questions. I don't have anyone who truly understands this battle, and I have been worried that I am getting worse. But I am going to hold on and hope this...
Thanks Hibee! I am a fairly healthy eater and work out daily so even though that effect did worry me, I think I will be ok. I have not come across anyone on it so thank you so much for your feedback....
Hibee - I just noticed it says you take Olanzapine. That is the "booster" my psych wants me to take. I have heard good things. Do you find it helpful? I am suppose to take it at night. I haven't yet...
Thanks for checking in SC! Hibee - Thank you! I feel like my OCD has blown up in the past month, and I just have this constant feeling of discomfort. Hoping that passes soon, and I start feeling...
I have been on Prozac for 6 weeks now, but still struggle daily with my anxiety. I was on 10mg for 2 weeks, 20mg for 3 weeks, and now 40mg for 1 week. I am still taking .5 mg of Xanax daily. My...
Thanks for all the support! I just took my day 4 dose. So far, it's been an easy medicine to get on. Only issue is a bit of a sour stomach, but that is to be expected with any new medicine. This is a...
Thanks everyone! I haven't taken it yet today. I'm pretty nervous. But I plan on taking it soon and am hoping for an easy startup and for it to help me. Because I need the help! Thanks so much for...
Thanks kellyinCali! I SO needed to hear these positive reviews tonight. I keep questioning if Prozac is the right choice. But that's just the fear talking. My panic/anxiety/agoraphobia is very severe...
Thanks super20dan! Glad to know it worked and was easy to get on. I will also be taking xanax while getting on it. Plus, I know it's a highly prescribed, well-researched medicine so that gives me...
*Health anxiety sufferer. Please do not post any negative experiences or any negative startup effects. Sorry to ask that, but I just can't read those things. Sorry! I am just hoping to find someone...
Mrs. Worried, I completely understand your hesitation with taking a new medicine. I have the same issue, and really need to start a new medication but haven't yet due to my own fears. I'm actually...
Hi RealdjSoham - This past May I had a similar fear. I found 2 baby raccoons that had fallen from their nest, and took care of them until the local Wildlife Coalition could take them. I got a small...
You're completely right SC. Most people would write a review if they had a bad experience versus posting about a great one. It's true - human nature. Thanks so much. I'm still unsure if I want to...
I am prescribed by my psychiatrist. I'm now considering finding a new one. I just (stupidly) Google-d the medicine, and am a bit apprehensive to take it after reading other people's stories. I know...
Thanks SC! Do you, by chance, know if this med is commonly used for anxiety/panic/agoraphobia as well?...
Thanks SC! Now I just have to make myself actually take it. I'm working on that. I'm hoping someone on this forum has used it and had positive results. I'd love to hear a success story. :)...
Thanks Scaredy Cat. We are doing an add on versus a SSRI since the Remeron is a SNRI, and you can't combine the two. So instead, we're hoping the add on works. I'm honestly looking for my "miracle"...
My doctor is adding Rexulti to my current SNRI Remeron. Has anyone taken it and had success? Please do not mention any bad experiences or side effects you had -- I have bad health anxiety so I'm...
Thank you Heyitsfaith! I needed to hear that and very much appreciate what you said. The plan is to use the weekend as the kickstart to my new efforts. Even if it's baby steps, I have to start...
Hi Park12 - Thanks for sharing that with me! I'm thinking it may be time to find a new psychiatrist and possibly a new therapist. Maybe I need a fresh set of eyes since no one has been able to truly...
Thanks for the encouragement and advice! Yes, I do see a therapist and take medication. However, I know I'm not on the right medicine but have such an intense fear of taking new pills. I'm always...
Sorry this is long, but can anyone relate? And how did you overcome this? Hi all! I've come here many times to try to find guidance on dealing with my anxiety and panic. However, I don't think I've...
Hi greyhound - I'm so glad to see this post as I'm currently considering getting on a SSRI and Prozac is one of my choices. I'm also happy to read your subject requesting positive experiences. I...
Thank you so much! I do have a therapist but haven't been able to go as much as I was going due to my schedule. This is a reminder that I need to make time for it. It does help! I'm definitely going...
So I am back again with yet another bout of unwavering anxiety/panic. It's been 5.5 weeks, and the past 2 have been the hardest. I wake up with it and have it almost all throughout the day - all the...
HangInThereK - It's like you read my mind! I do have xanax in case I need it (and will take at least he few days!). And the bathroom idea is so great. I've actually done that before, and creating a...
Thank you for all of the input! I start each morning with positive mantras, and I think it helps to set your mind up for a good day. A good walk helps me too, so I'm getting up earlier each day to...