Pamela - thank you so much for responding. I am doing exactly what you said you did, fighting the idea of taking an SSRI. I am at the point where I can't stand how I am feeling so that is why I am finally thinking about trying something. Did you start out on small does of the ZoOloft and then build up or how did you do it? How long have you been on it and how long did you take it before you felt more like your self? Also, were you able to drive and go to work and stuff when you first started to take it?
stuff, I take zoloft for my panic and anxiety and have had no side effects from it. In the beginning it made me a little tired and upset my stomach slightly , but other then that I haven't had any problems. Honestly it was one of the best decisions I've made concerning my GAD. I fought taking an SSRI for a long time because I was scared of them also, but I continued to get worse and finally had no other choice. Now I wish I had taken it a long time ago. Hope this is helpful.
Hello Stuff,
There is a wide variety of SSRI's out there. They all slightly differ when it comes to side effects. SSRI's usually take about 6 weeks to get to their desired effect. I would suggest you talk to your Doctor about this, these meds to work well for panic/anxiety.
Susanne
Is anyone out there on an SSRI medication for panic/anxiety? If so, does it help? Which one do you take, does it help you, how long were you on it before you noticed a difference and did you or do you have any strange side effects? I am very afraid to try these medications because I read about the side effects and it scares me. But.... I have been battling panic/anxiety disorder for over 3 months now by seeing a psychologist and taking xanax and I still do not feel better. I am still afraid all of the time and I have hypochondrial symptoms that are basically keeping me from living a normal life. The psychologist keeps tellimg me that the SSRI's will help me but when I tried one (Lexapro), I felt really weird and it scared me so I quit taking it after only one day. Can anyone share any positivie experiences about SSRI's? Please help!!!! I want to be normal again and I don't want to be afraid anymore!!!!
