New Here Ques on Zoloft

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New Here Ques on Zoloft
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Sun, 09-05-2004 - 6:08pm
Hi ladies, I'm new here. I've been on Zoloft for 8 months now because of post partum depression/anxiety. At first it was a godsend, but lately I've found
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Sun, 09-05-2004 - 7:26pm

Welcome to the board, Nessa.

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Mon, 09-06-2004 - 12:16pm
Vanessa, I've been on both the Zoloft and Lexapro. I took the Zoloft for about 3 years. I got to the point that I couldn't have normal emotions. So we changed it. I am currently taking Lexapro, Buspar, and Trazadone. I seem to be better on the Lexapro. I don't notice any side effects and actually I think it has been better for my libido. My depression also started out as PPD, but my life has caused it to continue. I've been this way for 9years. I wish you the best of luck. There are many SSRIs out there I hope one has the magic you need. Hugs, Brenda

Hugs, Brenda 

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Mon, 09-06-2004 - 2:41pm

I took Zoloft myself for almost 2 years and then weaned off AD meds all together.

*hugs             

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Registered: 08-29-2004
Tue, 09-07-2004 - 2:55pm
Don't give up. Keep trying, it can take a while to find a medication that works well for you. I tried all the SSRIs before we found out Effexor was the one for me. With Zoloft it helped my depression but I quit sleeping. Even with sleeping pills it was two weeks before I started to sleep on a regular basis. I liked Lexapro but I never adjusted to it. I was always out of it on Lexapro. So keep trying and don't give up.
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Registered: 09-07-2004
Tue, 09-07-2004 - 10:44pm

Zoloft was a god send for me, but I found after two years, it kind of quit working,...but now I'm back on it after trying Zyprexa and Symbyax for a few months (a total disaster)....I started three months ago with Wellbutrin,

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Registered: 11-17-2003
Tue, 09-07-2004 - 11:08pm

Hi Vanessa,


If you'd like some information on Lexapro, we have that at:


http://www.ivillagehealth.com/library/onemed/content/0,,241012_596585,00.html


Zoloft:


http://www.ivillagehealth.com/library/onemed/content/0,,241012_246506,00.html

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Registered: 06-20-2004
Wed, 09-08-2004 - 12:28am
Hi All. I'm fairly new here, very recently diagnosed with depression and anxiety disorder (GAD). My doctor prescribed Zoloft and Xanex. I'm still in the starter pack of Zoloft. Because of the state I was in when I got to the doctor's office, he said he could see that I needed something that was going to help right away. That's why he prescribed Xanex. The Zoloft will take a while to get into my syster, as I'm sure you are all already aware of. The last week was my final breaking point. For a few years I just thought I was moody. But, my moods would last for day, not having energy, not wanting to get out of bed, even doing laundry was exhausting. So, I just dealt with it. I did have signs here and there even farther back, but just short lived temporary things. But, this last year was the absolute worst. I thought it was because I had moved to a new state, but I've moved before and never had any depressions over it. My boyfriend and I had been going through some tough months, so I thought that was all that was going on. Then, as things started improving in our relationship, getting much stronger, the anxiety just got worse. Ok, now I had nothing at all to blame this on. But, last week one night I was relaxing (trying to) and watching my favorite show and it all started:heart pounding, pulse racing, stomach tightening up like never before, shallow breathing, tears streaming down my face. That was IT. My breaking point. I got myself to the doctor the next morning and that's when I was diagnosed. It was finally the relief I'd been looking for. Fear kept me away from the doctor and kept me from admitting to myself that I needed help. There isn't one thing that I can blame this on. No one to blame it on either. I grew up in a good home with wonderful parents and sister that I absolutely adore. I can honestly say that I was blessed with a very supportive and loving family. But, I honestly believe that my depression was a very slow building process that just kept building and building. I kept telling myself that things would get better. But, even when things were good I just wasn't finding myself happy--always focussing on the little negatives. Eventually the emotions just got out of control to the point that I no longer had a grasp of anything that was going on. I am happy to report that I have finally slept nearly all night for the last 2 nights. The doctor said that the Xanex is supposed to be fast acting and I think he's right. I take 1 zoloft and 1 xanex before bed and have had 2 good nights. I haven't seen any mention of Xanex on this board. Does anyne else have experience with it? I'm sorry for rambling, but I tend to do that at times. Thanks for reading and allowing me to share.
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Registered: 09-07-2004
Wed, 09-08-2004 - 12:40am

I forgot about that one!


I was given Xenex for a while as well, just to take as needed to calm me down around PMS or high stress areas...


With that, I should probably mention, there are two herbals, Valerium root and KavaKava that are very similar to these.

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Registered: 06-20-2004
Wed, 09-08-2004 - 1:41pm
I have to admit that I was pretty scared when the doctor confirmed my depression and anxiety. I tried to hold it together during my doctor's appointment, but when the nurse asked me what brought me to the doctor that particular I just broke down in front of her. I actually said, "I think I'm going crazy". Well, that got me right in. Thank GOD for the doctor. He was so understanding, listened, and told me that I was NOT losing my mind.

The Xanex was a lifesaver. He could see that I was in need of some immediate relief. I took my first one in my car before I got home. Didn't want to tell my boyfriend because he thinks this is all in my head and that I just need to calm down. Well, thanks to the Xanex that day I was able to calm down. We went to the fair and had a real good day. But, of course if wasn't the best day. Don't know when I've had a GREAT day. It's been so long.

Now, I've only started my meds 4 days ago, so I've still got a ways to go before the Zoloft takes full effect. Last night I only took the Zoloft and did without the Xanex because I wasn't feeling the need for another Xanex. I didn't sleep as well. I'm worried that I will become dependent on the Xanex to sleep. I will look into the Valevium and KavaKava. I know that the Xanex is only temporary because my doctor only prescribed 20 pills for me. He said that he would refill once if I really needed them. But, again, Thank GOD I found a good doctor that will be cautious about refilling. The last thing that I want is to become dependent. I"m hoping that this depression will diminish in time, but I know that's a big hope. Again, thanks for reading and responding.
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Registered: 09-07-2004
Wed, 09-08-2004 - 6:32pm

oops...I think we took over the board!! Sorry Nessa!!


But, hopefully you're getting some good info...


Btw, back on the Zoloft, does anyone else taking Zoloft experience night sweats?