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I'm just tired. . .so tired of this everyday battle
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Sep 6, 2023 | Replies (95)Comment receiving replies
I know what you are going through
Many of us are in the same boat
When I was sinking ( after 5 years on Prozac) I demanded my doc to add Wellbutrin SL
After a little bit of time getting used to side affects, it did the trick
Unfortunately none of these drugs work forever
All I can say is don’t give up.
I’m at a point that my current meds no longer work
I am ready to set my hair on fire
That is why I just joined this group
It is all trial and error
I am finally convinced that we ALL react differently on the same drug
I have been ready what others say about their experience with certain meds
It is giving me hope
My psychiatrist is very encouraging
You will do better working with a psychiatrist ! They really know their meds
I have started something a week ago
I know it will take 2-3 months to even know if it will work
None of this is probably good news for you, but there is something out there for all of us !
In the mean time, try to stay calm and keep busy
I know it is hard, ( I even joined a gym, and I hate going, but I push myself to walk on the treadmill)
We are all in this together🙏
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Have you tried incorporating SAMe. It’s a natural serotonin uplift and as far as I know does not interfere with Rx remedies!
My daughter has chronic clinical depression and at this point after multiple meds she went off most everything but we are all facing the penalty of her decision. She won’t take anything except doctor prescribed.
You can get SAMe over the counter but make sure you get the right brand. Cosco has it. Nature’s…..now you’ve got me. I have Lyme disease for over 35 yrs and have tried it. It works. But in severe cases it going to take higher doses. You must start off with the lowest dose and be persistent in working up. If you need help with all this, a good friend or holistic practitioner in partnership is your best bet.
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@audame Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. May I ask how you found us?
You are spot on: we can each react differently to the same medication. It takes diligence from us and our medical team to watch how we respond, and if there is a benefit to a change. Sometimes there is a rapid noticeable change, sometimes it takes a while. And when there are several health issues occurring at the same time, we have even more of a challenge!
Good luck on your journey. We're glad you found us, and we are here to help!
Ginger