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re: Any OTers Have Experience With Zoloft?
Posted on 4/25/14 at 7:04 pm to CocoLoco
Posted on 4/25/14 at 7:04 pm to CocoLoco
You will not become dependent. I took it for about 10 months and when my doctor told me that he thought it had worked its magic I stopped and have never taken it again. Nor did I want to take it again. That's about 15 years ago.
Good luck to you and I hope it works. If it doesn't, there are other medications out there. You'll feel better. I hope it's sooner rather than later.
Good luck to you and I hope it works. If it doesn't, there are other medications out there. You'll feel better. I hope it's sooner rather than later.
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Posted on 4/25/14 at 7:42 pm to IonaTiger
I call it the miracle pill because it works wonders with my fiance. Good luck man. Its a trial and error thing with ADs. She went through three different ones and finally found that Zoloft works best. It changed our relationship for the better!
Posted on 4/25/14 at 7:48 pm to IonaTiger
I appreciate the help from all of you.
As I mentioned, I've never had a problem like this before, but I do know things will get better. I'm at an awkward age, time and place in my life right now, but I know I'll get through it. I just felt like I needed another option to help the snowball effect that has been going on. Getting myself better will make me happy with myself, and confident again. Maybe it'll bring back the joy of the relationship I tore apart due to acting like an idiot as well.
My father committed suicide when I was in 8th grade, and I had to be the one to find him. I've dealt with a pretty tough blow, never resorted to drugs, never resorted to anything like that. It initially caused anger issues, but I've gotten better with that over time. I've used it to try and better myself and motivate myself to never put my family through such a thing, but it has also made me very hard on myself, to try and be as good of a man as I could be, especially to whoever I marry and my future kids. Suicide is certainly not an option for me, but making myself bearable around the people I love is my priority right now. I've been a jackass lately, and that's something I never want to be. Thank you all for the help and advice with this.
As I mentioned, I've never had a problem like this before, but I do know things will get better. I'm at an awkward age, time and place in my life right now, but I know I'll get through it. I just felt like I needed another option to help the snowball effect that has been going on. Getting myself better will make me happy with myself, and confident again. Maybe it'll bring back the joy of the relationship I tore apart due to acting like an idiot as well.
My father committed suicide when I was in 8th grade, and I had to be the one to find him. I've dealt with a pretty tough blow, never resorted to drugs, never resorted to anything like that. It initially caused anger issues, but I've gotten better with that over time. I've used it to try and better myself and motivate myself to never put my family through such a thing, but it has also made me very hard on myself, to try and be as good of a man as I could be, especially to whoever I marry and my future kids. Suicide is certainly not an option for me, but making myself bearable around the people I love is my priority right now. I've been a jackass lately, and that's something I never want to be. Thank you all for the help and advice with this.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 7:58 pm to CocoLoco
Coco, you have a leg up on a lot of people who suffer depression -- most don't know what's going on and can't figure out what to do. I am sorry for the experience that you had finding your Dad. No child should have to go through that. I feel for the person who commits suicide, but feel more for the loved ones they leave behind.
I am happy that you are dealing with this at a young age. You will see so many benefits. Please do not be hard on yourself for past mistakes or think any less of yourself for getting help. Some people (who I consider unenlightened) see using antidepressants as a crutch. It is not. It is taking the responsibility to keep yourself happy and healthy.
I do not know you, but I can say that I am proud of what you are doing for your own well-being. Follow the doctor's orders in seeking out an antidepressant; be happy; and get well soon.
I will repeat to you a statement that was said to me during a difficult time in my life by a person who cared much about me. It is simple, but so profound, "Be good to yourself".
Best to you.
I am happy that you are dealing with this at a young age. You will see so many benefits. Please do not be hard on yourself for past mistakes or think any less of yourself for getting help. Some people (who I consider unenlightened) see using antidepressants as a crutch. It is not. It is taking the responsibility to keep yourself happy and healthy.
I do not know you, but I can say that I am proud of what you are doing for your own well-being. Follow the doctor's orders in seeking out an antidepressant; be happy; and get well soon.
I will repeat to you a statement that was said to me during a difficult time in my life by a person who cared much about me. It is simple, but so profound, "Be good to yourself".
Best to you.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:16 pm to CocoLoco
quote:have pics been posted yet?
I've possibly ruined a relationship with a great girl because of it
And CocoLoco, real talk, you seem like a good dude and genuine. I have battled depression for over a decade now. I will tell you that every drug seems to do different things for different people. No ones chemistry is the same as others. It's almost like you have to do trial and error. The bad thing is sometimes it takes several weeks for something to start working properly so you just have to bare with it and the people that are around you unfortunately end up having to deal with it as well. I'm sorry you are battling with this. You aren't alone. I've fricked up some things and and relationships while trying to deal with my depression.... Good luck with it all my man... work through this shite
eta: oh and I took Sertraline which i think is a generic zoloft and it helped. I had to quit taking it when I lost my insurance. good luck
This post was edited on 4/25/14 at 8:17 pm
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:21 pm to CocoLoco
1. Realizing you need help is awesome.
2. SSRI's like paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft can take up to 4 weeks before you see improvement.
3. See if you can't get your vitamin D levels checked. Low vitamin D levels can cause low mood.
4. Try an exercise program fit to your level of fitness such as walking.
5. Depression can run in families and is NOT your fault.
6. Get plenty of sunshine each day. Don't coup yourself up in your home and become a hermit.
7. Get plenty of sleep and keep a sleep routine each night if possible.
8. Limit caffeine intake. cut sugar intake down as well.
9. Be thankful for you have been blessed with.
10. Prayer is a good thing to engage in if you believe in a higher creator.
11. Relaxing tapes. Dr. Martin L. Rossman can be beneficial to listen to.
12. Testosterone gel may partially offset the effect of SSRI's on sexual hiccupps.
13. Cognitive therapy is effective in combo with meds.
2. SSRI's like paxil, Prozac, and Zoloft can take up to 4 weeks before you see improvement.
3. See if you can't get your vitamin D levels checked. Low vitamin D levels can cause low mood.
4. Try an exercise program fit to your level of fitness such as walking.
5. Depression can run in families and is NOT your fault.
6. Get plenty of sunshine each day. Don't coup yourself up in your home and become a hermit.
7. Get plenty of sleep and keep a sleep routine each night if possible.
8. Limit caffeine intake. cut sugar intake down as well.
9. Be thankful for you have been blessed with.
10. Prayer is a good thing to engage in if you believe in a higher creator.
11. Relaxing tapes. Dr. Martin L. Rossman can be beneficial to listen to.
12. Testosterone gel may partially offset the effect of SSRI's on sexual hiccupps.
13. Cognitive therapy is effective in combo with meds.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:25 pm to CocoLoco
Pristiq has been the best for me.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:30 pm to SuperSaint
She's actually a poster on here, but has very few posts.
She's damn good looking, and I would prefer for her identity to be unknown on here to keep the crazy people on here away.
I appreciate the post, especially since you've been through it before. Was expecting a few people to be assholes in here, but everyone has been really helpful.
She's damn good looking, and I would prefer for her identity to be unknown on here to keep the crazy people on here away.
I appreciate the post, especially since you've been through it before. Was expecting a few people to be assholes in here, but everyone has been really helpful.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:33 pm to Amazing Moves
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It's hard to go off of.
This. I'm basically FORCED to stay taking a similar one (Paxil) because when I tried to go off it, it made me incredibly ill.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:37 pm to CocoLoco
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Did they ever mention it causing problems with their sex drive? If it's helping with my current state of depression that's great, but taking away my sex drive will cause other problems.
Well I didn't ask my mother, she started taking it after my dad died so no input from him, or my Aunt but I had an ex that took it and her sex drive was higher than mine.
She did have to take something else with the Zoloft to keep it high, maybe welbutrin, but whatever it was it worked!This post was edited on 4/25/14 at 8:38 pm
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:41 pm to CocoLoco
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My father committed suicide when I was in 8th grade, and I had to be the one to find him.
Jesus bro...I cannot even imagine. There is no way I could have made it thru HS if that happened to me.
to you and take the meds!Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:42 pm to Spankum
I suffered with anxiety/depression in my late teens. I tried Zoloft, but it made my stomach hurt. I eventually got on Paxil for about a year. That was over 10 years ago..... Haven't had any problems since.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:44 pm to Ellakennedi
God bless you. I know it's hard man, but I am certain u will come out of it.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:44 pm to Ellakennedi
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I suffered with anxiety/depression in my late teens. I tried Zoloft, but it made my stomach hurt. I eventually got on Paxil for about a year. That was over 10 years ago..... Haven't had any problems since.
shite...maybe my ex took Paxil, I can't remember now but I THINK it was Zoloft. My mom is definitely on Zoloft though and while I can't speak to her sex drive I can she is so damn happy that it is obnoxious.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:45 pm to Ellakennedi
Took it briefly when I was 19. Couldn't tell if it was helping or not. Made me black out nearly every time I drank. That was also one of the heights of my drinking, though, too.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 8:48 pm to zacata88
Zoloft will probably work great if it doesn't give u a belly ache.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 9:04 pm to CocoLoco
I've been on Paxil daily since I was about 12 or 13... I'm 28 now. I can tell you that it definitely is a great drug and worked for me. The thing that it makes it most effective for me personally is that it keeps me near the middle of the spectrum mood wise... I never really get too mad, excited, sad, etc... It keeps me even keel.
However, I will probably never be able to get off of it. I've been taking it daily for 15 years now and if I miss one or two doses in a row, I experience withdrawals.
I have had issues with the sexual side in the past, but like another poster said, it just makes it harder to ejaculate and also on a few occasions has made it difficult to maintain erection. However, it in no way diminishes sex drive. I still want to hump everything that moves
However, I will probably never be able to get off of it. I've been taking it daily for 15 years now and if I miss one or two doses in a row, I experience withdrawals.
I have had issues with the sexual side in the past, but like another poster said, it just makes it harder to ejaculate and also on a few occasions has made it difficult to maintain erection. However, it in no way diminishes sex drive. I still want to hump everything that moves
Posted on 4/25/14 at 9:09 pm to CocoLoco
I take Paxel every day for my anxiety and it works great. No side affects as I take it. I didn't take it for two days once and was fricking miserable that second day. I'd suggest looking into it. Makes me feel normal with no anxiety at all
Posted on 4/25/14 at 9:15 pm to CocoLoco
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I already take a while to finish, at times it takes a really long time, but maybe that's due to masturbation as well.
Maybe you should stop masturbating so much.
Posted on 4/25/14 at 10:02 pm to MottLaneKid
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3. See if you can't get your vitamin D levels checked. Low vitamin D levels can cause low mood.
Low TSH levels also correlate with depression symptoms. Depression is a diagnosis that shouldn't be made until after a handful of labs are drawn first.
If you're worried about sexual side effects, mention it to your doctor. They'll probably still start you on an SSRI first, since they're usually better drugs for depression, but if sexual function is that impaired and that important to you, Wellbutrin is an anti-depressant that is not associated with sexual side effects. You should be following with the prescribed pretty regularly in the initial phase if you're experiencing depression and have a dependable primary care physician.
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