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Someone commented on one of my previous posts about wanting a follow up of starting my medication. So, they work great. Like, why the hell did I wait this long to try them? On Wednesday itll be 3 weeks since starting them and I am so amazed by how much of a difference it's made. Tasks are just tasks and not giants mountains of stress. When a bad thought pops into my brain I'm able to process it, then move on whereas before I would feel like crap for the rest of the day. My sex drive is just as healthy as before which I heard is usually a big issue. I lucked out in all aspects. If you're thinking about trying any medication talk to your doctor because it could really be what you've been needing.
FP edit: All I have to say is WOW. Thanks, guys, for all of your support, advice, and kinds words. For everyone wondering what I'm taking its Amitriptyline. The first week I did get that out of it/zombie like feeling, but that has subsided and now I feel amazing. It's how I felt like as a child before my mental issues started. You're not alone. I love you guys and if anyone needs to talk I'm here.
hoshanabanana
I've never done SSRIs, but LSD was quite helpful. SSRIs are too unpredictable for me.
Akaranger
My first psychiatrist appointment is Wednesday. Still nervous to get on medication, but I’m optimistic
proracing53
The5lacker
Remember, if you can't make your own neurotransmitters, store bought is fine!
Thunderchunks
I fuckin lucked out- found something that helps first try and my dick still works.
AndBingoWasHisName0
Schwing!
latenightboomom
If you can't make your own for whatever reason, store-bought is fine.
SigilLovesSpace
Meds are different for everyone. It's smart to keep this in mind when you try them. This for everyone else, not you OP. I'm proud of you, OP
LadyMudkip
My antidepressant helps me cope with my chronic conditions; the medication seems to change the way my body perceives pain.
tallcorbs
I waited until 30 and it’s been about two months now. First three weeks were hell, but I’m back to being functional again. Good for you @OP!
BlackMagiccWoman
Thanks :3 happy for you too
popejubal
If your sex drive is impacted by your antidepressants, TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR. There are things that can help. Wellbutrin helped me with that.
ObliqueRay
Stick around and post on other people's depressed posts. Whenever I bring up drugs I get downvoted for some reason.
ObliqueRay
Someone downvoted because they didn't believe I get downvoted.
tinydog
Congrats. Feeling better is awesome.
BlackMagiccWoman
Thank you and hell yeah, it is!
RegisterToVoteBoi
Hey friend, I'm proud of you. Keep an eye on other side effects though.
wiskinator
You’ve captured my feelings exactly! Why the fuck did I wait 20 years to fix my dumb brain
BlackMagiccWoman
Because the world tells you drugs are bad :p I mean, most are, but some do help
Norwegiandiy
Hi OP, Please use this time to change your routines. Schedule a few walks per week, Make sure to get in touch with friends regularly. 1/2
Norwegiandiy
The changes you make may get you off meds at some point feeling fine. And even if not, they will improve your life. You're gonna be fine :)
Bigemedic
I take an anti-anxiety med and an anti-depressant. Pp works and I feel like a normal person.
GreatDaneGirl
Not taking medication for mental issues is like a diabetic not taking insulin. Both are needed to live & shouldn't be questioned.
BlackMagiccWoman
Yesss. Everyone just makes it seem like antidepressants are a big no no.
randomstringofletters
poppy11291012
I started 25 years ago. I can't go without my meds, I became better than well. I preach getting them where ever I go.
BlackMagiccWoman
That's how I feel!!!
MERKURYAL
Good for you dude!
Xbgt1
I was on something for a little while and a side effect was decrease sex drive but all it did was make me last longer. Wife was thrilled
UnqualifiedOpinionDispenser
Only three weeks? Give it time.
chugolug
This.... I initially felt great in the first few weeks of starting mine and then it crashed hard. Now I'm mostly in a state of indifference
UnqualifiedOpinionDispenser
Same happened to me
jekath
Oh, that's wonderful. I'm hoping medication can help with my daughter's anxiety. My poor baby. Well, she's 15,but still my little baby
cre8majic
And such a hard age anyways, I really hope you both find something that helps. Meditation and regular exercise can work wonders too
jekath
Its a tough age for sure. I'll suggest meditation
BlackMagiccWoman
I'm sure it can. I hope you guys find something that will work!
jekath
She's in therapy and it's a slow process. I just feel terribly helpless. She deserves to be happy.
BlackMagiccWoman
I understand :/ but just remember the fact that you are there with her is already so much of help to her. We all just wanna know we have
BlackMagiccWoman
Someone supporting us.
Spuduck
Been on em since i was 13..i now have no creativity
BlackMagiccWoman
That's unfortunate I'm sorry :/
Spuduck
Thank you..its all good tho..20 years on and i now have th correct diagnosis..bit late but maybe i can get better after all
BlackMagiccWoman
Hey, that's good. The correct diagnosis is the first step. I'm rooting for you
Spuduck
Thank you kind stranger
Clemptor
I didn't think they killed the drive so much as being able to orgasm.
BlackMagiccWoman
Oof that's even worse Haha. I havent experienced that yet. Sex has been great for me cause my anxiety always made me more self conscious so
BlackMagiccWoman
now I dont really feel like that and can just focus on the sex
Clemptor
That’s awesome!
PotatoThunder
Zang!
ElbowdeepinAgony
Serious question: do you miss your sex drive if it dissapears? I was on meds that made mine go away, noticed when 1/
BlackMagiccWoman
Well I would miss it because I enjoy sex very much.
ElbowdeepinAgony
I stopped the med & my drive came back like a month later. I am not dating anyone,no expectation to preform. I wouldn't say I missed it 2/
ElbowdeepinAgony
Anybody here had anything similar? I'm curious.
cre8majic
from what people here have said, it's the inability to orgasm when masturbating, or during sex, that was problematic
ElbowdeepinAgony
Yikes.
XEndeadX
Boy do i wish i could get meds. Have no money, and parents don't believe in mental health issues, so i lay in bed and waste away.
BlackMagiccWoman
I'm really sorry :/ I would just keep urging your parents that you really need to talk to someone. Even if all the let you do is see a
BlackMagiccWoman
therapist. Dont give up please. I am here if you ever need to talk
XEndeadX
I'm not giving up any time soon, don't worry. I got them to let me see a free counselor, but as cool a dood as he was he didn't really-
XEndeadX
tell me anything I don't already know. He sent an email to my parents recommending professional help but they still don't seem to think-
XEndeadX
it's worth it. They've made it very clear they don't believe this could possibly be a medical issue so they still insist I just need the-
cre8majic
then there are things you can do, even walking around your block and getting fresh air is a positive change for you
XEndeadX
Yeah, I know. I managed to walk around the block every morning for like a week once. My good habits rarely last longer than that.
XEndeadX
I got myself drinking mostly water for like a year, that was helpful. Then I went back to soda addiction when this Covid shit started,
XEndeadX
but a soda worked me into an anxiety attack yesterday so I'm making myself get back on that habit RN.
cre8majic
Good for you! now you can make it into a game, change it up, different routes, or timing yourself and beating your last time. You're just...
cre8majic
getting bored with the same old thing after a week. Go a different direction, choose new neighborhood, everything helps to tickle your brain
XEndeadX
That's...a prett good idea. Thanks friend. Best wishes.
PuddingBuks
What did you end up with? My experience is that they make you a drone with no emotion
AnalSexInTheWoodsDontMakeBabies
Wow I figured out how to do that without the medicine
popejubal
1/Different drugs are going to do different things for different people. If one drug made you feel that way, another drug might not. Talk to
popejubal
2/2 your doctor and you can see if there are other treatments that might work better for you if you want to try again.
LieutenantGordon
I tried several before finding one that worked. The drone feeling went away after a couple weeks.
LieutenantGordon
Of course, I also have anxiety, so having it be quiet inside my head for once was pretty awesome
tbhawker
That was my experience. But sex drive was fine....
tbhawker
Actually, mirtazapine worked amazingly....for 9 weeks.
cre8majic
sometimes it's not the med specifically but dosage and timing of dose(s), it can take a bit of tinkering to get it right
Whooa
I had that reaction to anti-psychotics/mood stabilizers. I just stopped taking those and took an actual antidepressant instead.
iamawaffleiron
I'm super resistant to ssris, ssnis, and benzos. Ended up trying an anti-convulsant for severe anxiety. Lyrica works wonders for me.
ButteredNoodleDriver
Lyrica is a fantastic medication and the superior option (vs benzos) for GAD. That being said, do not suddenly stop. I had seizures
iamawaffleiron
And they just came out with a generic. With a goodrx coupon it's around $16 for 75mg twice a day.
vrgogrl
Be careful with Lyrica (& gabapentin) as it can be addictive and has potential for abuse. Sadly, I speak from experience.
ChickenEatingMan
Depends on type. SNRI's have worked well with minimal side affects. SSRI's do the opposite of what they should for me. Trycyclics work...
ChickenEatingMan
But side affects are nasty.
ChickenEatingMan
Its different for everyone! Try to see a therapist and ask for referral to psychiatrist if you're having trouble. Asking a GP is like
ChickenEatingMan
Asking a surgeon to treat pneumonia, they kind of know what theyre talking about but they shouldn't be your first choice
DemonicShoe
I got that for about a month after I started, but after that I properly felt positive for the first time in years
DemonicShoe
Fluoxetine btw (Prozac I think) tbh too many doctors just default to SSRIs
BlackMagiccWoman
I feel great. I'm actually happy. I'm taking amitriptyline and it's only the starting dosage.
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climbontotheshore
Amitriptyline is the only thing that worked that quickly for me. It DID mess up my sex drive though :( helps a lot w/ chronic pain too!
Atomicgarden
That stuff gave me the weirdest dreams!
BlackMagiccWoman
Same, but honestly, my dreams were already pretty strange Haha. But I can sleep now and I dont have nightmares anymore
Vulpesferrilata
I just started citalopram last week, got some side effects but I'm waiting to see the effects of the full dosage in a few weeks
prrrkitten
Also on it. Had to up dosage once in 10 years.
TheRealLouzander
I've been on escitalopram for over a year now & it's been amazing! Trying to stop drinking in order to get full effect & that's been tough..
BlackMagiccWoman
You can do it! I also cut my drinking drastically. I only have a beer now if I do drink.
akroe
Been taking it for 7 years and going. Had some minor side effects that went sweet quite quickly.
akroe
*away
nosuchthingastoomanybooks
They put me on those for migraines. I didn’t realize while I was taking it, but I stopped dreaming and really didn’t feel like myself.
BlackMagiccWoman
Man, I'm sorry you felt that way :/
nosuchthingastoomanybooks
Glad it helped you though! Everything effects everyone in different ways
BlackMagiccWoman
Very true, and thank you!