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Posted by AnnC on March 2, 2004, at 21:09:18
I just started taking Paxil (I have taken mostly Prozac unitl now) and am very worried about the possible side effects; mostly the sedation, lack of concentration and memory problems that I have read sometimes occur. I am supposed to start law school this Fall and cannot afford to have problems with memory and concentration!! My doctor suggested I just wait and see how it effects me but I would feel much better knowing how others have fared. Anyone have serious problems with these side effects or great results?
Posted by SPhobia on March 3, 2004, at 0:47:40
In reply to Paxil Sedation/Memory Problems, posted by AnnC on March 2, 2004, at 21:09:18
What are you taking it for? I might be able to give you some advice on alternatives if your paxil problems become a reality.
For me, they did. My memory didn't seem to be hurt noticably (at least any more noticably than it does when I'm on benzos). But I did start having a big problem concentrating and sitting still. It was like I was developing extreme ADD, and in fact, my solution was taking ADD medication until I had tapered of Paxil. I am in grad school, so I can truly appreciate the need for extreme concentration and memory. Another problem I had with Paxil, was that it tended to make me more apathetic. I wasn't really concerned about whether I had adequately prepared for class, etc. The decreased anxiety was nice in that respect, but the trade-off was too detrimental.
I am trying Zoloft now, and haven't noticed any problems with concentration impairment so far. I have also tried Lexapro, and I don't recall that giving me concentration problems either.
But these have just been my personal experiences. Good luck.
Posted by AnnC on March 3, 2004, at 17:23:15
In reply to Re: Paxil Sedation/Memory Problems » AnnC, posted by SPhobia on March 3, 2004, at 0:47:40
I didn't get any relief from depression on Prozac and just plain didn't like Luvox. I'm also very touchy about possible weight gain (former eating disorder) so even the spector of gaining a few pounds due to meds rules them out automatically.
I'm seeing someone new next month and hope they have some ideas on meds or possible combinations!
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