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jojolous

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Prozac Posted: 10-02-03 16:52pm


Hello I was dignosed today with depression and was prescribed prozac has anyone ever tried prozac if so can you give me feed back are you feeling any better? Is it true it helps you lose weight :d ? And have you had any side effects please help....Thanks

Suzy

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Posted: 10-02-03 23:03pm


Dear jojo, i have never tried prozac myself, I have tried aropax which had very addictive side affects and made me sick, but then I started on a course of ciprimil and it has changed my life. Depression can be caused by very stressful situations, if there is no stress present in your life then usually it is caused by an imbalance of chemicals in the brain. Ciprimil is one antidepressant that you are still able to become pregnant while taking, and I believe prozac is another. Antidepressants do work, it is just a matter of trying different ones until you find the one that suits you best. Hopefully someone here has tried prozac in particular and will be able to share their experience on the drug with you. Good luck, .::suzy::.

STLSingleMomma

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Prozac Posted: 10-03-03 11:45am


I'm on generic prozac right now, and also trileptal for a mood stabilizer, with xanax as needed for anxiety. The prozac is a huuuuuuuge help for me. Everyone is so different, the prozac brought me out of a massive depression, so up in fact, that I needed the stabilizer to bring me back down a bit.... I had a manic couple of weeks there... So i'm very stable now... Have some good days and bad days, but they're much easier to control with the meds... Good luck!

nikki_caro

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Posted: 10-03-03 12:07pm


Yeah me sister was on it because she was so sad and depressed but then she went off and now shes fine. That was a few years ago. Shes still the oddball of our family but shes better.

Carlie

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Re: Prozac Posted: 10-13-03 15:59pm


I was on prozac several years ago. It worked great for a while, then I needed other meds to boost it. Eventually I got off everything but now I am back on prozac again. It is working great again, except for the side effects.

jojolous

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Posted: 10-13-03 16:05pm


Carlie what side affects did you experience? And thank you all for your information.....

sparklypixie12

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Posted: 10-14-03 16:58pm


I was on prozac for only about 10 days. I tried three different types before that. I can honestly say that while on prozac, i've never felt so sick in a my life. The worst thing was, I couldnt vomit and I really wnated 2 cos I knew i'd feel beta. I also ate like a horse-my appetite went through the roof. I'm only small but I cud have eaten 3 big diners plus breakfast and snacks. I was told 2 not come off cold turkey but I felt so ill that I did-i shook, felt dizzy and felt depserately sick for the next week. I'd never do them again. I wnated yto kill myself even more. Saying that though, its different 4 everyone. The first one I was on made me feel invincible-i was deliriously happy but my friends guy was on them and he wnated to kill himself even more good look jojolous and pm me whenever u need someone to talk to. I had to tell u about my experiences 4 I couldnt lie 2 u my tip is give them a go urself and u never know, they may have a good effect loadsa love liz x

jr5870

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Jojolous On Prozac Posted: 10-20-03 10:53am


Hi - I was on prozac for three years and went off about one year ago. Back on as of four days ago. It takes about a month before you'll notice anything. I'm using it for anxiety mostly. Very short fuse -

misscsfoxy

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Depression Posted: 01-10-06 09:17am


Hi jojo, this message is for you. I have been taking prozac for about 10 years now and it works wonders on me. I started when I was 17 and now i'm 27 years old. I don't think prozac helps you lose weight but it does help people with eating disorders and depression. Take it as prescribed and you should start to see a change in yourself in about 2 weeks time. There are a few side effects to take into consideration though: decreased sexual desire (which doesn't affect me), and dry mouth, insomnia, . I think prozac is a wonderful drug and I suggest anyone who is depressed to see their doctor for help. I hope this helps! Misscsfoxy

steveandmarla

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Natural Anti-depressant? Posted: 01-27-06 22:31pm


Has anyone here tried or considered going the natural route for dealing with anxiety and depression? I am currently taking something that does an excellent job of this with absolutely no side effects or addictions.

eyesandlies

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Therapy: The natural anti-depressant Posted: 04-04-08 04:57am


I don't feel like writing much, it's 5:37AM (innnsomniaaaaa), but I just got prescribed prozac (for the second time in a year). The first time, I was very unsure, the doctor prescribed it so quick and I was too hesitant to fill it. This time I plan on going on it, I have the pills (got them today) but I might wait until the weekend to start (good idea?). I don't want to have to deal with potential side-symptoms when I have classes and work to do. Anyway, I've been with my current counselor for about 7 months now. It's very important and helpful, I think, to have a therapist. Healing can definitely come out of that, especially in the form of emotion and mental growth. There can be a positive side to the depression with that perspective. I was always a closed-up, handle-my-caca-myself person when it came to my emotions. The last year and a half I've been dealing with depression and anxiety, which has given new definition to the terms for me. A counselor isn't anti-depressant, but is definitely necessary. It's like having a navigator in a car, you know where you are going sometime, you are in complete control of where you are going, but sometime you need to be reminded of the directions, or have someone to keep a conversation. My advice when choosing a Therapist: - Take your time finding someone, don't spend too much time with someone you don't like. If you aren't feeling like it's worth while after three or so sessions try someone else! - Make sure they are covered by your insurance. Find this out first. Insurance or not, know what it will cost you and be prepared. (I had a great counselor that ended up not being covered for me, so I had to switch) -Switching sucks. It's starting over all over again, it's reliving the caca through verbal repetition. Try to go with a recommendation from a previous doctor or friend that you trust. -The first week of appointments, get as many in (~3) as possible. Progress starts after the doctor has gotten to know you and your situation. -Get a p.H.D shrink. Personal experience, it matters. -If you have to try more that one, try both male and female. Most people do have a preference. -Be honest, they are unbiased and completely trustworthy (in my experience). Don't lie or hide the truths That's mostly it. I've recovered a lot of control over my depression and mostly just from understanding what is going on better. Having someone to communicate with regularly helps, especially for those with their emotions locked in their chest (me). Other things that have helped me: -Read an inspiring book (slash don't watch or read garbage tv or books) -Exercise, get on a team, have a jogging buddy, do it as a social thing -Write. Get a notebook and write as much as necessary or enjoyable. Lately, I've withdrawn and missed session. Depression is a downward spiral. Have a schedule and do your best to make the appointments. Anyway, more than I planned to write. Goodnightmorning, pilly billy

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