hankkoning Getting of Antidepressants if you suffer from IBS

[hankkoning]

About 2 years I tested positive (again) for Blastocystis Hominis parasites. I was prescribed Septra and on the third day after taking the first 5 pills I suddenly became

suicidal depressed and anxious so I stopped immediately but I guess the damage was done. I was encouraged to go on ADs so ended up finally on Mirtazapine which is the generic version of Remeron. I was told this was to fix the damage and would be temporary but I have tried several times to taper off on to have the depression and anxiety return before getting off completely.  I am reading over and over again that people with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) or digestion problems often also

have depression.  Even after going on a strict diet for the past 2 years to get my weight back and feel a bit better after eating, I still have days or weeks when

I don't feel well.  Is it even possible to wean myself off antidepressants as long as I still have stomach problems?   I do not want to take antibiotics again after this

nasty experience so can not do much besides what I am doing with diet to get rid of the IBS.  If anyone has had a similar experience and has gotten off antidepressants

successfully, I would love to hear from you. 

[Zoe]

Welcome to the site hankkoning!

You have found a great place with many kind, caring and very knowledgeable people. I don't have nearly as much experience and knowledge as some of the other members, but someone will be along soon who can give you some advice. Take care.

[GiaK]

SSRIs actually often exacerbate IBS...they did mine...I cured my IBS...for me the first step was getting off SSRIs...it was a BIG improvement...

 

that said, we're all different and I don't know exactly what you need. 

 

I wrote about my experience with SSRIs and starting to heal my gut here: http://wp.me/p5nnb-OQ

 

there is quite a lot of info in that and links to more