Posted by morganpmiller on July 1, 2009, at 2:02:54
In reply to Re: Fluoxetine and noradrenaline, posted by tensor on July 1, 2009, at 0:13:57
How long were you on Zoloft and at what dose?
I loved Prozac when I took it years ago. If I go back to an SSRI though, it would probably be Zoloft since I was on it for 8 years and it is low in toxicity(the safest SSRI for pregnancy).
I think Prozac is a great medication. If you give it some time, maybe 2 or 3 months, and find the right dose, you may find that it helps you tremendously. Also, given some time, you may notice side effects going away the longer you are on it. If you don't want to try Nardil or Parnate, I say give Prozac a try. Just be patient. Any antidepressant can agitate anyone in the beginning of treatment. You have to try to tough it out if you do feel panicked or aggitated. Most likely, these side effects will pass. If you are lucky, you won't have any agitation or worsening of anxiety in the beginning. Just remember, if you do, it does not mean that Prozac ill not and cannot help you.
I would not reccommend using a benzo during the beginning of treatment. Benzos are CNS depressants and can therefore interfere with the efficacy of antidepressant treatment. Just try your best to tough it out for 3 or 4 more weeks. You will be happy you did when you start experiencing significant relief on the antidepressant alone.
I hope Prozac works for you! If you try it of course.
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