SerotoninSurfer: Mirtazapine - brain pressure

[SerotoninSurfer]

Hello,  does anyone ever experience a lovely feeling in the brain, like a prolonged Serotonin rush when taking or withdrawing from antidepressants. I might be the exception to the rule but i almost enjoy this side effect. I often experience it after bad days, like my brain is trying to balance out the feel good hormones and is somewhat overcompensating. It's normally followed by either a feeling of recovery for a few days or tumbles into bad days immediately. 

[ChessieCat]

Hi SerotoninSurfer and welcome to SA,

 

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[SerotoninSurfer]

Anyone experience the most uncomfortable brain pressure on this drug. Can’t work out if it is anxiety or the actual medication causing it. The most uncomfortable sensation ever like my brain is folding in on itself some days and like an Ill fitting jigsaw that won’t settle on other days. It’s absolutely relentless

[LotusRising]

Hi @SerotoninSurfer

 

Welcome to SA!

 

Could you please create a signature for yourself. See How to Create a Signature. This can help us understand how to best help you.

 

Are you currently tapering?

 

Head pressure is a common WD symptom. I experienced this during my taper and still do, but way less frequently. It has gotten much better with time.

 

Have you seen this topic:

 

 

[SerotoninSurfer]

Thanks LotusRising. I’ve created a signature. It’s brain pressure, definitely not a headache. I’ve had before withdrawing but not as bad so assume it is anxiety. I just find it hard to fathom how anxiety can create such a grotesque physical sensation but it must be. It’s not painful. Just unbearably uncomfortable. 

[LotusRising]

No, mine is not like a headache either. It's pressure, like a vice around my head. Does this describe the sensation?

[SerotoninSurfer]

I've been tapering off Mirtazapine and down to 2.5mg through liquid taper. My antidepressants haven't been working for a long time so was previously experiencing brain pressure before i even started tapering. However, it's taken to a new level where my brain feels nauseous (like the opposite of serotonin feel good rush) and other times like it's wrapped in stinging nettles. Has anyone else experienced symptoms like this? Can't fathom whether it's withdrawal or anxiety creating such intense symptoms. It's really frightening and i'm struggling to cope. Going back up isn't an option for me as i feel bad on them anyway. Suppose i've just got to suck it up and ride it out but it's been going on for weeks now.

[Emonda]

Welcome back @SerotoninSurfer,

I've moved your new post back here.

 

Please ask questions relating to your situation here. It makes it easier for those trying to assist to see what you have been told previously.

 

Here is a list of the many possible WD symptoms: Daily Checklist of Antidepressant Withdrawal Symptoms (PDF) 

 

Headaches, nausea and tingling are certainly on the list.

 

How fast have you been tapering both drugs? I note you've recently stopped Sertraline...at what rate was that tapered and at what dose did you jump to 0mg? I can't see that from your signature.