@james46 How long have you been taking the prescribed antidepressants? Also, what antidepressant are you taking and what is the dose?

Over 20 years ago I was started on a low dose of Paxil (about 20mg I think). Within 24 hours my anxiety increased. I contacted my doctor and he advised me to try and stick it out for a few more days and he prescribed a few doses of Ativan (only a few tablets) to get me through the worst of the anxiety. That worked and within about 5 days the anxiety was gone and I felt much better. Less depressed and less anxious.

I'm sharing this experience because I've talked with other people who have gone through similar reactions when they are first started on antidepressants.

Have you talked with your prescribing doctor?