Can anyone give any advice on how long it usually takes for medication to settle once upping a dosage. I currently take citalopram 30mg having upped my dosage exactly 3 weeks ago from 20mg. I had some good days last week but feel as though I have slipped back into old habits and wondered whether that is the medication as I was given no indication as to how long medication takes to settle after increasing my dosage. Any advice would be much appreciated.

Usually it takes between 2-4 weeks, depending on the medication. My advice is to remember that medication can be helpful, but it’s not a fix. There will always be ups and downs, and sometimes you may feel as if the medicine is not working well enough in times of struggle. I know how hard it is (I’ve tried the majority of SSRI’s and anti anxiety meds, and it can be very frustrating). Know you’re not alone!

Well put, are you currently on taking anything?

@KC_88 Yes, I’m on Pristiq for anxiety (it works for me, definitely better than Effexor- I do NOT recommend Effexor), Trazodone for sleep- definitely works for me, klonopin for night anxiety- eh, PRN Ativan- definitely helps but makes you sleepy