Comments | ncsubear76: Zoloft: day 1

ncsubear76

Zoloft: day 1

Apr 06, 2007 10:37

Well, the Dr. warned me that my initial reaction to the Zoloft would be increased anxiety and GI problems. She wasn't kidding. I couldn't get my head to quiet down last night. I was restless. This morning I kept bumping into the wall and door jams trying to get ready for work. I think that's more from the lack of sleep, though. I just can't focus. ( Read more... )

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zacwolfdotcom April 6 2007, 15:25:36 UTC

That, or just put off starting the Zoloft till Monday.

If you guys do stay in town, you're still welcome for Seth's birthday brunch on Sunday!

Love,
-Zac

zacwolfdotcom April 6 2007, 15:31:12 UTC

I also need to give you some full disclosure here...

I refused Zoloft. Its side-effects profile, especially for coming OFF of it, just wasn't acceptable to me.

Not trying to scare you, but I suggest you do some internet digging before you continue taking it.

Wellbutrin doesn't have the same profile, and no "withdrawal" symptoms at all.

Just FYI,
-Zac

ncsubear76 April 6 2007, 15:35:04 UTC

well, the zoloft is in place of the prozac b/c the dr doesn't like the side-effects of prozac. the wellbutrin will only be added if the zoloft doesn't resolve the issues (which she says is about a 50/50 shot).

zacwolfdotcom April 6 2007, 15:46:04 UTC

Yeah, the only side effect that Prozac™ has for me is sleepiness (I take it before bed anyway), and reduced sexual desire (which balances the hyper-sexual effects of Wellbutrin).

Anyways, good luck!

-Zac

seeker2 April 6 2007, 15:33:58 UTC

Never taken it, but always good to check into stuff like Zac says... As for the visit to the folks, I personally would go with the 'start Monday' after the visit but since that isn't an option anymore then yes, cancelling in your present state might be a good idea. In the long run everyone will be happier, yes?

zacwolfdotcom April 6 2007, 15:47:13 UTC

Keith, since you don't have a post today, I'll use Jamie's blog. he he he

Happy Jesus-is-Dead™ Day!

-Zac

rytaru April 8 2007, 00:55:36 UTC

Prozac didn't do very well with me in the long run. When I was on prozac I would still have ups and downs. It seemed that the only thing the medication did was make them less frequent but more routine. I would get a down spell every few weeks.