I have really severe panic attacks and im taking zoloft for it now but i think i might be pregnant and i was wondering if anyone else with panic attacks has been pregnant without freaking out 24/7? because i do want to go off of zoloft if i am pregnant but im scared because before i was on zoloft i had panic attacks multiple times a day and i couldnt go to sleep at all until it was daylight. and i really dont want it to be like that if im pregnant so has anyone ever stayed on there medication while pregnant and the baby come out healthy? thanks!
2006-12-14 18:18:24 · 9 answers · asked by bob 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
It's not a good idea to take drugs while pregnant. I know Paxil has been proven to cause birth -particularly heart defects, when women take it during the first three months of pregnancy. I would bet Zoloft has the same potential. Also, just because the baby is born appearing healthy doesn't mean the drugs haven't caused a genetic disorder that might show up later.
Second, if you've ever tried to stop taking Zoloft for 3-4 days, you know it's difficult. Imagine your baby going through those withdrawals.
If you're pregnant, wean off Zoloft as soon as possible. Consider alternative therapy (non drug) for overcoming panic and anxiety, such as programs like
http://www.panic-anxiety.com
You created your own fears in your own mind- there's nothing physically or mentaly wrong with you.
2006-12-15 07:52:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure of the exact effects of Zoloft but I was on Prozac towards the end of my pregnancy. I'm usually on Prozac with the occasional Ativan chaser for the panic attacks and when I got pregnant I went to see one of the leading women's health and PPD doctors in the country. I didn't take the medicine for the first trimester which is the time where any effects will be established according to my doctor and then in second trimester was on my normal doses and for the third trimester we bumped it up which is apparently very normal for pregnant women with panic disorders. The best advice I can give you is find a psychiatrist that is well versed in pregnancy and the ramifications thereof. Do not assume that your OBGYN will understand that you have panic attacks...in fact mine thought I was being a pansy...until I almost went catatonic during a visit (I don't do drs, hospitals, etc) and then she started to understand that perhaps I wasn't joking. All drugs have the warning about pregnant women written on the bottle...simply because you can't test on pregnant women and so to cover their collective butts they affix the warning. However a well-versed psychiatrist will know the actual risks associated with specific medicines in your pregnancy. Do your research and make sure to find a good one.
BTW My daughter was born full-term and gorgeously healthy. She's now 18 months old and is by all signs on her way to being a very intelligent child.
2006-12-14 21:49:56 · answer #2 · answered by evilangelfaery919 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not really sure about what to tell you here medically except that you should see a physician. I had to post an answer here, however, as moving to the country and making a baby is probably one of the dumbest solutions someone could come up with. I can sympathize with panic/anziety and this person obviously doesn't know what they are talking about.
2006-12-14 18:30:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have read some litterature about panic attacks. But they allways seem to have a more scientific approach and that is nothing I need in my struggle to survive those horrible panic attacks. This is a "hand on" and very practical book. I felt it was written to me. I am sure that you are going to feel the same.
Joe Barry writes exactly how I think. The examples are perfectly described. And the method is genius. I recommend this book and thanks Joe Barry for writing it. It changes your life
2016-05-17 05:58:46 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
stop taking zoloft. I dont care how severe your panic attacks are, you can beat it on your own. I was 16 when I had my first one, i thought i was going to die. I finally had a nervous breakdown last february and thats when i decided enough is enough. My doctors tried to give me cymbalta, zoloft, etc. they also prescribed lorazipam for when the attack came. I was seriously messed up for like 4 months after that. anti depressants dont cure anxiety and depression, it masks it. when you stop taking them, the feelings will start to come back. you have to make yourself mentally stonger, you have to decide that the illness wont take over your life. drug are so harmful for a persons body. do you want to be on them when your 50, 60, 70? go see a therapist and talk. work out for 30 minutes everyday. stay away from foods and drinks that stimulate your nervous system. and eat foods that are calming. when you feel an attack coming on go for a walk, have a glass of milk, try to focus on somthing else. stay away from coffe chocolate, suagar, alcohol, etc. if you do all that you will beat it on your own.
2006-12-15 08:47:47 · answer #5 · answered by Nikki C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Taking zoloft while pregnant can hurt your baby and you will most likely have to get off of the medication while pregnant. http://www.babycenter.com/expert/pregnancy/prenatalhealth/2343.html You should try to consult a cognitive behavioral therapist to help you find natural ways to help deal with the panic attacks. My cog behavioral therapist taught me breathing exercises that helped me alot. Take a deep breath in, hold it slowly release as you count backwards from 10. Please, go see a cognitive behavioral therapist and a medical doctor.
2006-12-14 19:36:04 · answer #6 · answered by Twisted Plaything 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should see a psychiatrist. He/she can give you details about the risks vs. benefits of these kinds of medicines during pregnancy. I'm sure if you search on the web, though, you can find statistics regarding the frequencies of pregnancy complications associated with Zoloft and similar drugs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, or SSRI's).
2006-12-14 18:23:15 · answer #7 · answered by The Cheat 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
im not too sure cause i never had kids, but u should talk to ur doctor....i know exactly how u feel; im on zoloft, and i have severe panic attacks too...same as u multiple times a day...if i were in ur position, id definately talk to my doctor and try to work something out.....GOOD LUCK!!! :)
2006-12-14 19:07:14 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
quit the medication and get out of the freaking city, go to the country site and make a nice and healthy baby.
2006-12-14 18:24:36 · answer #9 · answered by calinuswork 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋