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I went through the previous days with beautiful windows and I feel a change in some things, but from yesterday night until now I feel a wave of depression, lack of focus and headache!!  But it seems that I am in the stabilization stage, and the symptoms were not as severe as they were a month and a half ago

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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Symptoms increased 24 hours after taking yesterday's dose and I will take the dose now as I think the symptoms increase in the last hours of the prescribed dose

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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The depression that afflicted me two days ago continues until now, as well as severe lethargy and the inability to complete simple daily tasks

A few days ago, I tried to change the dose of the drug from night to noon, perhaps this change had the effect of increasing withdrawal symptoms 🤔

 

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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Only 5 days ago, I was attacked by a violent wave that is summarized in depression and physical lethargy, as well as tension when I talk to people and fear of meeting them!!

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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We are now four o'clock in the afternoon, this day is window and much lighter than yesterday and the day before yesterday

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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I walked for less than 500 meters and it was hot, then I felt palpitations, severe sweating and full stress, and still palpitations after an hour of walking so far 😔

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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I hope experts answer .. Do I suffer from serotonin syndrome?  I'm afraid of this or is it withdrawal symptoms!

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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10 hours ago, Mutfael said:

I walked for less than 500 meters and it was hot, then I felt palpitations, severe sweating and full stress, and still palpitations after an hour of walking so far

 

You live in Saudi Arabia, you get very high temperatures.

 

When the body is stressed withdrawal symptoms can increase.  For some members this can happen with gentle to moderate exercise in a comfortable temperature.

 

High temperatures can also put stress on the body.  So for you, the stress is coming from exercise/exertion AND high temperature.

 

I think this is perfectly normal and has nothing to do with serotonin syndrome.  And worrying about this is also adding stress.  This is something that you CAN control.

 

If you are walking for exercise then Is there somewhere that you could do some exercise in air conditioning, eg a shopping centre?  If not, try to walk at the coolest time of the day.  You could also try using a wet scarf around your neck.

* 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

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11 hours ago, ChessieCat said:

 

You live in Saudi Arabia, you get very high temperatures.

 

When the body is stressed withdrawal symptoms can increase.  For some members this can happen with gentle to moderate exercise in a comfortable temperature.

 

High temperatures can also put stress on the body.  So for you, the stress is coming from exercise/exertion AND high temperature.

 

I think this is perfectly normal and has nothing to do with serotonin syndrome.  And worrying about this is also adding stress.  This is something that you CAN control.

 

If you are walking for exercise then Is there somewhere that you could do some exercise in air conditioning, eg a shopping centre?  If not, try to walk at the coolest time of the day.  You could also try using a wet scarf around your neck.

Yes, we have a very hot weather, and I feel and feel tired when I make a small effort!  Thank you for reassuring me that I do not suffer from serotonin syndrome, as I read here a topic that I did not seem to understand well because of the language.

 

Chessiecat Thank you for your cooperation, thank you very much, and I am very grateful to you.🌹

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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I have a question regarding diabetes, is it a withdrawal symptom and is it a permanent disease or is it temporary and goes away?  What is the relationship between diabetes and withdrawal symptoms?

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in October 2021 (unrelated to ADs or WD).  I did a lot of research and watched a lot of videos about diet.  I decided to try a low carb diet (sometimes people call it keto) and had my blood tests done again after 3 months.  My A1c went from 7.0 to 5.2 in that time just by changing what I ate, no diabetes drugs (usually they prescribe Metformin) and no fasting.  I have now been eating this way for 10 months and I have lost 15kg (was 80kg) without trying, I have stopped my blood pressure medication, my cholesterol numbers have improved, the quality of my sleep has improved.  My ALT liver function has gone from 48 down to 22 (did go to 28 after 3 months, then 6 months 22).  My waist measurement has gone from 44" to 38".

 

My suggestion would be to first get a full fasting blood test which includes HbA1C, ALT liver function, and cholesterol.  It's also a good idea to have a test fro protein (which can give an indication of kidney health).  It is also a good idea to weigh yourself, measure your waist and find some clothes that fit comfortably and some that are a little bit too tight which will all give you a benchmark and is very encouraging (and exciting) when you see the difference.

 

I posted helpful videos in this topic:

 

diabetes

 

* 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

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On 8/14/2022 at 2:02 AM, ChessieCat said:

I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in October 2021 (unrelated to ADs or WD).  I did a lot of research and watched a lot of videos about diet.  I decided to try a low carb diet (sometimes people call it keto) and had my blood tests done again after 3 months.  My A1c went from 7.0 to 5.2 in that time just by changing what I ate, no diabetes drugs (usually they prescribe Metformin) and no fasting.  I have now been eating this way for 10 months and I have lost 15kg (was 80kg) without trying, I have stopped my blood pressure medication, my cholesterol numbers have improved, the quality of my sleep has improved.  My ALT liver function has gone from 48 down to 22 (did go to 28 after 3 months, then 6 months 22).  My waist measurement has gone from 44" to 38".

 

My suggestion would be to first get a full fasting blood test which includes HbA1C, ALT liver function, and cholesterol.  It's also a good idea to have a test fro protein (which can give an indication of kidney health).  It is also a good idea to weigh yourself, measure your waist and find some clothes that fit comfortably and some that are a little bit too tight which will all give you a benchmark and is very encouraging (and exciting) when you see the difference.

 

I posted helpful videos in this topic:

 

diabetes

 

Actually I didn't understand very well.. but thank you 🌹

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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I don't know if the drug you are taking might cause/contribute to diabetes.  I think some drug can do that.

 

Q:  Do you have diabetes?

 

If yes, then going on a low carb might help.

 

Q:  Are you concerned that you will get / or have diabetes?

 

My suggestion would be to get a fasting blood test done to check your HbA1C to find out if you are diabetic.  Then if you are, you could try going on a low carb diet.

 

 

* 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

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On 8/16/2022 at 1:36 AM, ChessieCat said:

I don't know if the drug you are taking might cause/contribute to diabetes.  I think some drug can do that.

 

Q:  Do you have diabetes?

 

If yes, then going on a low carb might help.

 

Q:  Are you concerned that you will get / or have diabetes?

 

My suggestion would be to get a fasting blood test done to check your HbA1C to find out if you are diabetic.  Then if you are, you could try going on a low carb diet.

 

 

Welcome.. No, I don't have diabetes

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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It is a very bad psychological stage with all the meaning of the word (bad)!  I can’t get down to a lower dose and I don’t want to go back to the original dose..I don’t want this poison I don’t want psychiatry or psychiatric drugs that destroy more than they build..I’m stuck on the last dose 3mg trying to get down but I can’t every part of my body screams(  I am exhausted and tired!) I am no longer able to go about my life normally, nor less than normal!!  I can no longer bear the obsessive illness and fear of low sugar, pressure and heart and stroke!!!  I also have terrible heart palpitations, depression, anxiety and restlessness... I can no longer pursue my old hobbies, I can't travel, I can't go for a picnic, I can't talk to someone.. I don't care about my appearance anymore, my clothes and my car are clean like before, I suffer from a complete disability.  And my physical disability.. So far there has been no stability and I am waiting for him to reduce the dose. I do not know when this torment will end?  Only God is able to pull me out of this quagmire

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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There is a case that has been associated with me throughout the 18 years of my use of psychiatric drugs, a case of abdominal pain and gastritis, and I vomited a lot of blood twice due to stomach infections.  In the last 4 months, I noticed that it has faded and disappeared by 90%... For the past 18 years, I have been taking omeprazole Nexium and a lot of acid and gastritis medications, but thank God I no longer feel stomach pains like before... It was Lexapro and Paxil that was the reason!

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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Either I or you in this body, O poison Lexapro... by the power of God alone I will not return to you as long as I live

 

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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Is there a sedative fast-acting does not cause withdrawal symptoms?  Please help and thank you

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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* 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

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10 hours ago, ChessieCat said:

Welcome 🌹 I do not suffer from insomnia, but I suffer from severe anxiety and cannot attend social events, as I have completely isolated from the world, so I want a sedative that I use when necessary and does not cause withdrawal symptoms..

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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23 hours ago, Mutfael said:

Welcome 🌹 I do not suffer from insomnia, but I suffer from severe anxiety and cannot attend social events, as I have completely isolated from the world, so I want a sedative that I use when necessary and does not cause withdrawal symptoms..

 

We do not know of a sedative that won't cause problems, either while you're on it or when you come off it. As ChessieCat wrote, this is a site for going off drugs. We do not recommend taking other drugs. 

 

Please work on non-drug coping skills to handle your anxiety. That could be mindfulness, yoga, learning breathing exercises that are calming, etc. You can find more information here:

 

Non-drug techniques to cope with emotional symptoms

 

Please note that continuing to seek out drugs is against the forum rules. This is from the thread What will get you warned or banned:

 

 

On 6/15/2011 at 2:45 PM, Altostrata said:

If you want to discuss your diagnoses and talk about adding to your drug cocktail or balancing it, there are other support sites for this, such as http://DepressionForums.org or http://PatientsLikeMe.com.

 

When you are ready to spend time with other people out in the world, you may want to seek out meditation, exercise, or other types of groups so you can focus on a healthy activity while also getting to know new people. 

 

 

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You might also try to find a supportive counsellor who can teach you ways to cope with the anxiety using non drug methods.  Many people suffer from anxiety, not just members of SA.

* 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

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Two days ago I had an average window I was able to go outside for a walk but at the end of the day I had a symptom similar to low sugar symptoms where I felt very hungry and mental confusion and tension and the lack of focus continued until tomorrow then I went to work and the lack of focus and mental confusion was severe Then after two hours the confusion went and settled  status so far

 

Today I pass through an average window and I can spend my work and go out a little .. But 3 days ago I had a severe psychological fatigue and it was a violent wave

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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On 8/23/2022 at 3:08 PM, Shep said:

 

We do not know of a sedative that won't cause problems, either while you're on it or when you come off it. As ChessieCat wrote, this is a site for going off drugs. We do not recommend taking other drugs. 

 

Please work on non-drug coping skills to handle your anxiety. That could be mindfulness, yoga, learning breathing exercises that are calming, etc. You can find more information here:

 

Non-drug techniques to cope with emotional symptoms

 

Please note that continuing to seek out drugs is against the forum rules. This is from the thread What will get you warned or banned:

 

 

 

When you are ready to spend time with other people out in the world, you may want to seek out meditation, exercise, or other types of groups so you can focus on a healthy activity while also getting to know new people. 

Hello dear, yes I requested it when I was in the middle of the wave and it was so intense that I had to take sedatives.. Thank you dear I am grateful for your presence 🌹

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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21 hours ago, ChessieCat said:

You might also try to find a supportive counsellor who can teach you ways to cope with the anxiety using non drug methods.  Many people suffer from anxiety, not just members of SA.

Yes, it is true that many people suffer from anxiety, but pathological anxiety is completely different, especially as it is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain due to the drug.. I do not think that behavioral therapy will lead to a positive result.. because the defect lies in the neurotransmitters and the lack of serotonin production due to withdrawal and decrease of the drug.  ... .  Therefore, they are not ideas or beliefs that you can change by talking, talking and communicating with therapists.. Thank you for your presence. I am grateful for that 🌹

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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4 hours ago, Mutfael said:

Two days ago I had an average window I was able to go outside for a walk but at the end of the day I had a symptom similar to low sugar symptoms where I felt very hungry and mental confusion and tension and the lack of focus continued until tomorrow then I went to work and the lack of focus and mental confusion was severe Then after two hours the confusion went and settled  status so far

 

Today I pass through an average window and I can spend my work and go out a little .. But 3 days ago I had a severe psychological fatigue and it was a violent wave

 

I would consider this a good sign. You will have ups and downs, but the windows should become more frequent over time. Please be patient and do what you can to gently guide your body towards good general health. Avoid extremes, drink plenty of water; get at least 1/2 hour of gentle exercise per day; eat fresh, healthy food; keep a regular sleep schedule.

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8 hours ago, Altostrata said:

 

I would consider this a good sign. You will have ups and downs, but the windows should become more frequent over time. Please be patient and do what you can to gently guide your body towards good general health. Avoid extremes, drink plenty of water; get at least 1/2 hour of gentle exercise per day; eat fresh, healthy food; keep a regular sleep schedule.

Thank you for stopping by, it made me happy 🌹 I have recently been suffering from heart palpitations and sometimes the pulse is normal but I smoke and after smoking a cigarette I feel my heart and feel something in my chest I do not know whether it is from the esophagus or from the heart I do not know also the feeling and fear of death as sometimes I feel that I will  I am dying, and this bothers me a lot..Is one of the symptoms of withdrawal feeling and fear of death?  .... I also started repeating blood pressure and diabetes checks!

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2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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On 5/29/2022 at 6:17 AM, ChessieCat said:

 

Lexapro is a very strong  drug.  3mg is NOT a small amount. 

 

Taking 3mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) is about the same as taking:

 

33mg Zoloft (sertraline)

11mg Paxil (paroxetine)

13mg Prozac (fluoxetine)

50mg Effexor (venlafaxine)

 

Generally SA recommends tapering to about 0.025mg before stopping your drug.

 

See this topic:

 

When to end the taper and jump to zero?

 

Some members think that because their dose is lower that they can go faster.  But this is not the case.  In fact it is usually the opposite.  Many members find that as their dose gets lower they need to go slower, reducing less and/or holding longer.

 

If you watch the video linked in Post #1 of this topic it explains why you might need to go slower.

 

Why taper paper: dose-occupancy curves

 Welcome 🌹 I know that the response is old, but every time I get stuck in this matter.. You said that 3 Lexapro equals 11 Paxil.. Does that mean that when I was taking 15 mg of Lexapro it was equivalent to 54 mg Paxil?!!!

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2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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10 hours ago, Mutfael said:

I smoke and after smoking a cigarette I feel my heart and feel something in my chest

 

As you know, smoking is not good for your general health, and it is known to cause many kinds of problems.

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10 hours ago, Mutfael said:

You said that 3 Lexapro equals 11 Paxil.. Does that mean that when I was taking 15 mg of Lexapro it was equivalent to 54 mg Paxil?!!!

 

Taking 3mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) is about the same as taking:

 

11mg Paxil (paroxetine)

 

Using the above information and multiplying it to make the comparison:

 

5 x 3mg Lexapro = 15mg

5 x 11mg Paxil = 55mg

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19 hours ago, Altostrata said:

 

As you know, smoking is not good for your general health, and it is known to cause many kinds of problems.

I tried to quit smoking and could not at all!  I used all alternatives and could not quit smoking.. I have had asthma and shortness of breath since I was young and have been using medicines to expand the airways on a daily basis and continuously for 30 years.. I have used Ventolin and Symbicort 160 and this increases heart palpitations strongly. 

 

Cipralex and bronchodilator medicines  They all cause heart palpitations

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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We're not going to be able to help you with the symptoms that are caused by your smoking.

This is not medical advice. Discuss any decisions about your medical care with a knowledgeable medical practitioner.

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On 8/26/2022 at 12:35 AM, ChessieCat said:

 

Taking 3mg of Lexapro (escitalopram) is about the same as taking:

 

11mg Paxil (paroxetine)

 

Using the above information and multiplying it to make the comparison:

 

5 x 3mg Lexapro = 15mg

5 x 11mg Paxil = 55mg

Yes, I understand, thanks for the clarification. I'm glad you're with me 🌹

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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I have a new problem and a new symptom that I no longer want to practice my hobbies!  For example, one of my hobbies is hunting birds and carrying a gun, but I no longer desire it, and I have no desire to hunt, acquire a gun, search, and so on 🤔 What is this new symptom!!!

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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Recently, after waking up from sleep and making a simple effort such as standing, sitting or even walking at home, I suffer from severe heart palpitations and panting as if I was running with all my strength!!!!!  Then the palpitations begin to subside in the evening, as I walk and sit and move and do not feel the severe palpitations that occur in the morning. What is the secret of that?... I have a strong fear that something will happen to me, fear that my heart will fail or stop or that there will be a problem. Is there any reassurance?  on this matter?

I don't speak English fluently but I speak to you with google translator

2005-2006:Diversity in taking medications
 2006-2019 Seroxat 20 mg
 2020-2021 Cipralex 15 mg
 Mar 2021 it has decreased from 15 mg to 12.5 mg/Aug 2021 9mg/Sep 12, 2021 8mg/Oct 12, 2021 7mg / Nov 12, 2021 6mg / Dec 12, 2021 5mg / Jan 12, 2022 4.5mg /Feb 12, 2022 4mg/Mar-Apr 3.5mg/May 3mg The beginning of severe withdrawal

/sep 23, 2022 2.5mg

On March 19, 2023, I ended up in the emergency room, with severe palpitations, panic, and severe mental and physical fatigue, then I went back to a dose of 20 milligrams of Seroxat to this day.

 

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8 minutes ago, Mutfael said:

after waking up from sleep

 

Possibly a cortisol spike.

 

early-morning-waking-managing-the-morning-cortisol-spike

 

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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)

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