Health Challenges

I have switched SSRI's 3 times in the last year. I am currently coming up to 6 weeks in prozac. I have been having bad insomnia, fatigued, low energy, dizzy , nauseos, anxiety, rumimation low appetite. Has anyone experienced this? The medication is supposed to help but if the side effects make it worse its not worth it. I have been seeing a doctor but will be switching because I need concierge and someone who can handle me and my case, and respect me and my OCD. It's been difficult to be out of it for so long. Trying to stay positive. What helped you cope during a difficult time. Did anyone take natural sleep aids or sleep medication to help them sleep through the night during prozac transition phase? Been using ans applying ERP skills, but still human.

alan87

Date posted: 19h

I’m sorry you’re going through this. But you are stronger than you give yourself credit for. The medication side of OCD can be tough to navigate. In fact, I think that is something we all struggle with. But we are stronger, especially together in this community. One thing that has helped me is prayer and faith. As well, trying to find something to do that is calm and distracting. Maybe a game that takes some strategy, digital board games, etc.

Anonymous

Date posted: 18h

Thank you for the positive reinforcement. Been listening to calming music, guided meditation, support from friends and family. OCD is so challenging and hard to navigate. Thank gd for this NOCD support platform. I have been praying and turning to gd, asking for help, I just want to feel like myself again. Used to have lots of energy. My husband is looking for a new job, just been a lot at once. Hoping better days to come and this new Dr. Will help.

Endlessly Po...

Date posted: 17h

There are other meds besides SSRI’s Maybe talk to your doc about SRNI’s or AP’s

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Date posted: 19h

I relate! Ive been diagnosed with OCD for about two(?) years now and I am constantly changing medications. I am currently on nothing because the last ones made me too numb and constant need to cry but never could. I got a psychiatrist recently and she’s been a lot more understanding on OCD than my primary care physician. Thinking of trying naturopathic cause none of these SSRIs have worked for me. I have an appointment set to talk to her about it soon. The whole process of changing meds SUCKS huh

Anonymous

Date posted: 18h

I am sorry that you have also been through this, not fun. Thank you for validating. Naturopathic meaning natural stuff like acupuncture?

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Date posted: 16h

@Anonymous Yeah and like supplements/Chinese medicine/ herbs. Couldn’t hurt 🤷‍♀️

Anonymous

Date posted: 15h

@🧚🏼‍♀️💫🥸 Tried that didn't work for me. I have other medical stuff going on

Anonymous

Date posted: 15h

@Anonymous I have been seeing a functional medicine doctor taking supplements

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Date posted: 10h

@Anonymous I should try that ! Thanks

Anonymous

Date posted: 14h

Hey! I started Prozac around a similar timeline. I was on 10mg and bumped up to 20mg because of the rumination. I had insomnia for a bit but it has gone away entirely now. Might be worth trying a higher dose before switching altogether! Either way, good luck. Medication can be frustrating to adjust to so I’m sending you support!

Anonymous

Date posted: 14h

Thank you! What did you do for your insomnia? I just want to rest all day. Been taking lunesta to try and help.

Anonymous

Date posted: 14h

@Anonymous I was given hydroxizine and used that shortly before bedtime and it helped so much!!

Anonymous

Date posted: 14h

@Anonymous What was the dosage. I took once in the past and I still woke up. I am sensitive.

Anonymous

Date posted: 14h

@Anonymous Ah I’m sorry it hasn’t helped in the past. I just take 5mg and it knocks me out shortly after I take it.

Anonymous

Date posted: 14h

@Anonymous That's great, happy it worked for you 😀

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