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Posted by TexasChic on April 9, 2004, at 11:46:10
I just went off Lexapro because it wasn't working, and took my first Prozac today (what I used to be on and worked really well). So since the Prozac doesn't kick in for a while, I guess I'm pretty much med free right now. And I just hate everybody and everything!! I was wondering if anyone else experienced this as a symptom of depression. I've been depressed ever since I've been on the Lexapro, but now that I'm completely off it, I feel like this. Its just not how I usually am. I don't know if its withdrawal or what. I know my friends are wondering what the heck is wrong with me, and I just can't shake it. Arg!!!
Posted by jrbecker on April 9, 2004, at 12:03:58
In reply to Extreme irritability, posted by TexasChic on April 9, 2004, at 11:46:10
It's not you. It's definitely the withdrawl. I've experience significant irritability everytime I withdrawl or do a significant med change-up. The prozac will definitely do the trick just give it time. IN THE MEANTIME, I find moderate-to-intense exercise for thirty minutes to an hour helps my irritability immensely. It's the best promise for immediate relief. I'd also try a hot bath/shower/sauna.
Remember that's this is just a phase. Stay calm and know that all that irritability will fade.
JRB
> I just went off Lexapro because it wasn't working, and took my first Prozac today (what I used to be on and worked really well). So since the Prozac doesn't kick in for a while, I guess I'm pretty much med free right now. And I just hate everybody and everything!! I was wondering if anyone else experienced this as a symptom of depression. I've been depressed ever since I've been on the Lexapro, but now that I'm completely off it, I feel like this. Its just not how I usually am. I don't know if its withdrawal or what. I know my friends are wondering what the heck is wrong with me, and I just can't shake it. Arg!!!
Posted by TexasChic on April 9, 2004, at 13:34:18
In reply to Re: Extreme irritability, posted by jrbecker on April 9, 2004, at 12:03:58
Thanks, that is a good idea. Unfortunately I'm at work, so I did the only thing I could think of – I had a few beers at lunch. Not the most constructive solution I know, but I feel much better. I'm just ready for the Prozac to kick in. I'm tired of being either depressed or grumpy.
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