I need to get of my meds but I don't want my family to know. I've been taking meds ever since me and my man been toghter. But my kids know. I've been on them for them almost two year this time but I don't want to be on them anymore ? So please help me?
2006-11-12 17:03:22 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
they are depression
2006-11-12 17:14:04 · update #1
If you don't want your family to know that you are stopping your meds, it means that you've done this before with disastrous results. I urge you to cooperate with your family and your doctor.
Most people don't want to take meds, especially psych meds. I worked as a R.N. on a psych unit for over 20 yrs. and I saw at least 100 people there who had to be admitted because they stopped taking their meds.
One of the problems with some illnesses is they affect a person's judgment. When that is the case, the person has to rely on the judgment of their doctor and the family members that love them.
I had to stop working because I became physically disabled and developed chronic depression because of that. I have to take 2 antidepressants and I could not function if I stopped them.
Please discuss your desire to stop taking your meds with your doctor.
2006-11-12 17:33:08 · answer #1 · answered by Smartassawhip 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're taking anti-depressants then by all means DO NOT stop taking them cold turkey. You will go through the most horrible withdrawal symptoms. I was on Zoloft for 5 months and when I suddenly stopped taking them I had brain zaps, extreme headaches, nausea, and just an all together crappy feeling. This all lasted for about two weeks. The symptoms last even longer if you've been on them for a while. I knew better and I still did it. After that, I decided not to take any medicine for my panic attacks. Again, I'm not sure what kind of medicine you're talking about but if it is anti-depressants tell your doctor you want to quit and they'll show you how to tamper off slowly.
2006-11-13 01:08:05 · answer #2 · answered by Tiacola Version 9.0 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to be supervised to get off your medication because you can have problems doing it too fast. Tell your doctor that you want to get off. If he says no, then ask for a reason. You might need to talk to a counselor to make sure everything stays ok with your depression. There are other things that can help depression besides medicine. I wish you the very best!
2006-11-13 01:35:01 · answer #3 · answered by bethybug 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not a good idea to go off any of your meds without asking your doctor first. I'm bipolar and I went off my meds and I ended up in a state mental hospital for a month. So if I were you I would consult with my doctor first.
2006-11-13 01:13:40 · answer #4 · answered by heartyangel98 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had to hide the fact I was on xanax for a long time and my body got physically dependent and if I tried to stop I would get sick. I went to accupuncture and got the help I needed. I detoxed with no side effects, it took about 10 visits or so and I had to eat some chinese herbs as well. this helped me so much because no one knew why I went, you can go to accupuncture for several reasons and I feel awesome. Im so happy, I suggest you try this. It is effective and life changing. Good luck and don't put it off any longer!!
2006-11-13 01:17:43 · answer #5 · answered by l'il mama 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
What are the meds for? Maybe you should talk to your doctor before stopping any meds you have been on for this long. It could be dangerous to stop taking them.
2006-11-13 01:05:34 · answer #6 · answered by Corona 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
too vague. many solutions available, they vary by the situation. Doctors give drugs or remove body parts. there are many other treatments. without details it is hard to direct alternatives
2006-11-13 01:20:34 · answer #7 · answered by sllyjo 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Do NOTn stop taking them ubruptly, they could have very bad effects on you that way. I you want to stop taking them, ask your Doctor. NOT US!!
2006-11-13 02:12:48 · answer #8 · answered by Christina W 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your doctor about it.And she can help you get off it gradually.Take care!
2006-11-13 01:11:49 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋