Bagshot12 Posted June 9, 2018 Share Posted June 9, 2018 Hi, after i came off luvox i noticed symptoms of "pssd" such as, loss of morning erection, low libido and muted orgasm. I've read reinstatement of the drug might work if the symptoms were caused as a withdrawal symptom and not as a continuation of sexual dysfunction while ON the drug. I could function on the drugs just fine but only when I stopped them i noticed issues (tapered for 4 months). I reinstated a very small amount of luvox maybe about 15mg, after being free from it for 3 months. Can't say I noticed any difference in relieving symptoms. Should I continue on a low dose for a week and see if my symptoms ease up a bit or would that complicate things further? Thanks Link to comment
Moderator Emeritus Petunia Posted June 10, 2018 Moderator Emeritus Share Posted June 10, 2018 Welcome Bagshot12, I'm sorry you have been experiencing PSSD since you stopped taking Luvox. But its difficult to know what to suggest without having more details. What dose of Luvox were you taking? How long have you been taking 15mg? We ask members to put their drug and withdrawal history in the signature section. It appears below each of your posts and helps us to help you. Here are instructions for how to do it: Please put your withdrawal history in your signature Reinstatement can take a while to work, here is our topic which will explain what to expect: About reinstating and stabilizing to stop withdrawal symptoms When we have a few more details, we will be in a better position to offer support and suggestions. Petunia. I'm not a doctor. My comments are not medical advise. These are my opinions based on my own experience and what I've learned. Please discuss your situation with a medical practitioner who has knowledge of tapering and withdrawal...if you are lucky enough to find one. My Introduction Thread Full Drug and Withdrawal History Brief Summary Several SSRIs for 13 years starting 1997 (for mild to moderate partly situational anxiety) Xanax PRN ~ Various other drugs over the years for side effects 2 month 'taper' off Lexapro 2010 Short acute withdrawal, followed by 2 -3 months of improvement then delayed protracted withdrawal DX ADHD followed by several years of stimulants and other drugs trying to manage increasing symptoms Failed reinstatement of Lexapro and trial of Prozac (became suicidal) May 2013 Found SA, learned about withdrawal, stopped taking drugs...healing begins. Protracted withdrawal, with a very sensitized nervous system, slowly recovering as time passes Supplements which have helped: Vitamin C, Magnesium, Taurine Bad reactions: Many supplements but mostly fish oil and Vitamin D June 2016 - Started daily juicing, mostly vegetables and lots of greens. Aug 2016 - Oct 2016 Best window ever, felt almost completely recovered Oct 2016 -Symptoms returned - bad days and less bad days. April 2018 - No windows, but significant improvement, it feels like permanent full recovery is close. VIDEO: Where did the chemical imbalance theory come from? VIDEO: How are psychiatric diagnoses made? VIDEO: Why do psychiatric drugs have withdrawal syndromes? VIDEO: Can psychiatric drugs cause long-lasting negative effects? VIDEO: Dr. Claire Weekes Link to comment
Bagshot12 Posted June 11, 2018 Author Share Posted June 11, 2018 I was taking 100mg. I only took the 15mg on one occasion to see if my symptoms would resolve. Link to comment
Moderator Emeritus ChessieCat Posted June 13, 2018 Moderator Emeritus Share Posted June 13, 2018 Hi Bagshot and welcome from me as well. As Petunia requested, please create your drug signature. Dates, all drugs, doses - no symptoms or diagnoses. This will allow us to see your drug history at a glance. Thank you. Account Settings – Create or Edit a signature * NO LONGER ACTIVE on SA * MISSION ACCOMPLISHED: (6 year taper) 0mg Pristiq on 13th November 2021 ADs since ~1992: 25+ years - 1 unknown, Prozac (muscle weakness), Zoloft; citalopram (pooped out) CTed (very sick for 2.5 wks a few months after); Pristiq: 50mg 2012, 100mg beg 2013 (Serotonin Toxicity) Tapering from Oct 2015 - 13 Nov 2021 LAST DOSE 0.0025mg Post 0 updates start here My tapering program My Intro (goes to tapering graph) VIDEO: Antidepressant Withdrawal Syndrome and its Management Link to comment
Bagshot12 Posted June 25, 2018 Author Share Posted June 25, 2018 Anyone else experience head pressure, feeling as if your head is being pressed in a vice. Hasn't eased up since coming off luvox three months ago, when this happens I actually see the veins protruding in my forehead. Link to comment
Administrator Altostrata Posted June 25, 2018 Administrator Share Posted June 25, 2018 Please use search in the Symptoms and Self-Care forum for our discussions about head pressure. This is not medical advice. Discuss any decisions about your medical care with a knowledgeable medical practitioner. "It has become appallingly obvious that our technology has surpassed our humanity." -- Albert Einstein All postings © copyrighted. Link to comment
Moderator Emeritus Carmie Posted January 26, 2019 Moderator Emeritus Share Posted January 26, 2019 Hi bagshot, How are you doing?💚 Seroquel. 2019:➡️ From 7.25mg to 5.80mg✔️ 2020➡️From 5.60 to 4.80✔️ 2021➡️From 4.60 to 4.0✔️ 2022➡️From 3.95 to 3.55✔️2023➡️ Jan 26=3.50✔️March 17=3.45✔️ June12=3.40✔️ July30=3.35✔️ Sep14=3.30✔️ Oct31=3.25✔️ 2024➡️Jan15=3.20✔️ Feb19=3.15✔️ March26=3.10✔️This is NOT medical advice.Consult your doctor. Link to comment
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