Zoloft

[bored1]

I was on Zoloft from 1992 until 1993, Some of the things that I noticed were,Lack of any kind of emotional response,No sex drive,I went off of it after a year as I decided that I would rather feel something than nothing.Actually looking back it did help me through a rough time, But I dont miss it.

 

[EvilBrat74]

Heh.

Yes, just consider me an antidepressant
conisseur of sorts.

Don't feel bad,i've been through a variety of em too.
I don't take em anymore tho.
Suposed to,but i don't.

 

[Guest]

I don't feel bad.
Sometimes, praying, meditation, and all the love you can handle is not enough to get your through painful situations.
It's a plus being able to empathize with clients.


Gilly,
Medications affect different folks in different ways. The fact that you've recently had a baby, and your hormones are settling down may prevent you from seeing the benefits of antidepressants quickly. It *usually* takes a good 2 weeks for the meds to filtrate your system.
This may be, in fact, postpardum depression. I've read some of your posts regarding other issues, so it may be more. I hope the meds help balance any chemical imbalance. But, I don't think therapy would hurt. This BB is a good venting outlet, but it is no substitute for counseling/therapy.

If there's anything I can to help, please let me know.

Be well!

 

[Ladybird]

Hi Gilly..

I'm manic depressive, and have tried many anti depressants.

Zoloft was one of the first. I spent a couple of weeks feeling very nauseous, but then my shoulders began to ache. The pain was similar to arthritic pain, so I went to my Rheumatologist who injected them with cortisone. This didn't help, which was unusual, so I went back.. he then phoned phoned my psych, and together they found that Zoloft has a rare side effect that causes a flare up of arthritic pain.

So just watch for any unusual aches and pains that don't respond to rest...

.. and the the best hon with your meds, I hope they do the trick for you.

 

[Guest]

Hi Gilly..

I'm manic depressive, and have tried many anti depressants.

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Sorry for going on a tangent here, but I was wondering if you've found a medicinal regimen that works for you?
Antidepressants do nothing for bipolar disorder. Mood stabilizers, such as lithium, have been found to be more effective.
Any luck?

 

[Gilly Bean]

I had one thing that kind of bothered me last night. I couldn't sleep (which, lately, is fairly normal), so I spent the night on-line for a bit. Anyway, I was wide awake, then at around 3:30-ish, I got really drowsy, and tired. I couldn't keep my mind on what was on the screen, I couldn't type real well, etc. Well, I was saying good night to a friend, and I started shivering. Not the kind you get from being cold, but just... I got really shakey, and shivery, and my arms felt like jello. I went to bed, and figured it might be the pills, though I have only taken 1 so far, but that its likely need for sleep. I woke up still feeling all shakey still. After I got up and around, I felt alot better. Is this the pill, do you think, or just being to tired?

 

[Ladybird]

Originally posted by raindancer

Sorry for going on a tangent here, but I was wondering if you've found a medicinal regimen that works for you?
Antidepressants do nothing for bipolar disorder. Mood stabilizers, such as lithium, have been found to be more effective.
Any luck?

Oh yes, I take Lithium as well, I simply didn't mention it because it wasn't relevant to this thread. No, not much luck. I'm bipolar type 2.. mostly depressive. I live a quieter life and try to avoid stress of any type, that the biggest problem for me.

Gilly as for the shakes, until you're sure, be suspicious of everything unusual. Do a search on the net for Zoloft.. you'll find some great sites, usually with bulletin boards too. I've found that the people who use the drugs know much more about side effects than our doctors do.

 

[Guest]

I had one thing that kind of bothered me last night. I couldn't sleep (which, lately, is fairly normal), so I spent the night on-line for a bit. Anyway, I was wide awake, then at around 3:30-ish, I got really drowsy, and tired. I couldn't keep my mind on what was on the screen, I couldn't type real well, etc. Well, I was saying good night to a friend, and I started shivering. Not the kind you get from being cold, but just... I got really shakey, and shivery, and my arms felt like jello. I went to bed, and figured it might be the pills, though I have only taken 1 so far, but that its likely need for sleep. I woke up still feeling all shakey still. After I got up and around, I felt alot better. Is this the pill, do you think, or just being to tired?

I'm not a pharmacist nor am I a MD, but I've never known this to be a side affect, especially after one pill. Gilly, don't hesitate to call your doctor. You should feel comfortable discussing your anxiety with your health providers.

 

[Guest]

Oh yes, I take Lithium as well, I simply didn't mention it because it wasn't relevant to this thread. No, not much luck. I'm bipolar type 2.. mostly depressive. I live a quieter life and try to avoid stress of any type, that the biggest problem for me.

I hope you didn't think of my question as an intrusion. I only asked because I was speaking with an old coworker about a long term client we shared. He was misdiagnosed several times. And, finally, he has access to a regimen that works for him.
I know stress is hard to avoid. I wish you all the best.

 

[Ladybird]

Gilly.... one last thing... all anti depressants work on your brain. Which means that any function of your brain can suffer side effects..

This includes... insomnia.. sleepyness.. vivid and unusual dreams.. odd thought patterns.. and many more..

So if you find any change at all in any of these functions... or others, contact your doctor straight away.

Anti depressants make life bearable for many people, but they do need to be taken seriously...

 

[miles]

Like many others here I've taken Prozac, Zoloft, Wellbutrin, and Effexor over the past 9 years and had to change after they just stopped working after a while. Wellbutrin worked best for me, by far. Effexor and Zoloft had the most side effects. Plus Welbutrin has those cool smiley faces on the pill.

 

[freakygirl]

<snip> Plus Welbutrin has those cool smiley faces on the pill.

I knew I had forgotten something..


Mom always knows which pill is her "happy pill"

 

[Gilly Bean]

Well, last night, I managed to sleep fine, but again this morning, I am very shakey feeling. If I wake up this way again tomorrow, then I know for certain it's the pills, and will call my doctors office and ask about it.

Thank you everyone for the many PM's, and all the help. I appreciate it.