Posted by gerri on September 15, 2010, at 2:10:52
I have previously been on fluoxetine long term (20 years)and ceased in February this year as I thought it may be causing the chronic urticaria I developed. I retrospect I don't think it did. As treatment for the condition I have I was treated with doxepin 75mg. Out of all the anitihistamines I took it was the only med that relieved the skin and general body reactions I was having (and still am).
I have been experiencing panic attacks, insomnia and uncontrollable sobbing for about a month. This was precipitated by my dog's death.
Following some helpful advice I received here from ed-uk ( and my GPs agreement) I have started 50 mg sertraline whilst staying on 25 mg doxepin. I started it yesterday and immediately noticed that I did not sob when I thought of my dog. However I remember when I started fluoxetine I felt very energised and had little appetite. Sertraline must work on a different neurotransmitter as I feel quite flat and somewhat numb.I am remaining on 25mg doxepin to alleviate my skin and other symptoms
I am glad that I feel calmer but was hoping to feel energised but sertraline does not seem to have this effect for me.
Thanks
Gerri
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