f_ocd

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y

Starting new medication

Starting Prozac Tommorow morning, and I’m terrified that I’m going to get bad side effects, I’ve seen some really scary articles about them, and it’s causing me a good amount of worry, anyone on Prozac or know anything about it? I’m really hoping it works in helping my ocd, I’ve been on Zoloft before and I don’t really remember and side effects but I do remember getting nausea so I switched to Prozac after a years break and ocd coming back harder.

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jerseyleighann

Date posted: 1y

Prozac literally saved my life. I could eat sleep or get out of bed before I was on it. I didn’t have any side affects either it was a smooth ride

dee.dee.m

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y

Stay positive. Remember it takes about 4-6 weeks to see any difference. Sometimes longer. I know that’s hard. But be patient with yourself. Are you talking to a therapist as well? It’s really best to have a therapist to talk about what’s going on

f_ocd

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y

@dee.dee.m Yup! Got a NOCD therapist lined up rn

Rosie24

Date posted: 1y

Oh my gosh!! I struggle horribly with starting new medications! I felt like I was the only one.. so first, know you’re not alone. Secondly, the unfortunate thing about medications is you can’t go off of what other people experienced. It’s different for everyone. That’s how I get myself to take it. It’s so hard to “ignore” the side effects or not be constantly worried about them, but I’ve heard amazing amazing things about this medication! Hoping for the best!

f_ocd

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y

@Rosie24 Just scary 😕 , I’ll update on how it’s going in a few weeks time. I appreciate you!

f_ocd

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y

@Rosie24 Lil update on day two of Prozac, I’ve had near to no side effects so far! My anxiety has definitely been heightened but I feel a little more in control so far. I can’t wait for the full effect!

Rosie24

Date posted: 1y

@Parker_b Late reply! I hope it’s going well!

f_ocd

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y

@Rosie24 Been coming up on a month

f_ocd

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y

With erp I’m starting to feel like a new man

OCDNoThankYe

Date posted: 19w

Medication

Hey friends, I hope you all are well. I just wanted to check in and ask people's experiences about being on medication. I have had OCD pretty much my whole life, just got recently diagnosed 4 months ago and my therapist recommended that I get on meds for it so I have a psychiatrist appointment set up. I'm a little apprehensive about getting on them, but I've realized that I do have some sort of chemical imbalance in my brain that plays a part in my OCD and anxiety. I would love to hear anyones experiences or words of encouragement. Thank you, I hope you all are well.

reezwell

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 18w

prozac stories

can anyone give me some insight on this? i was given 20 mg of prozac by my doctor to help me calm down while i wait for a psychiatrist appointment for ocd (i went in for an ekg because i was worried. nothing was wrong) yesterday was the 2nd dose, should i expect anything? i almost feel like it keeps me up at night since i take it around 7 pm, and i already have been sleeping poorly for a week or so.

tryingtobebe...

Date posted: 12w

Experience with Prozac

I was diagnosed with OCD and I started Prozac 10 days ago. I have struggled with intrusive taboo sexual thoughts for 12+ years (I’m 24) but now I feel like it’s turning into feelings. I’ve never done anything to anyone or nor do I wish to ever. I am just scared of my own brain if this is something I actually want. My psychiatrist said I should feel better/start getting clarity after 2 weeks. But I keep feeling worse and worse. Anyone else has experience with Prozac and how it went for them?

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