I really want to get help for my OCD, but the new drug they put me on makes me so drowsy in the morning that I can barely function in my job. I took it with a full meal, a full 10 1/2 hours before i even had to be up for work, and I woke up stumbling around with this sickening feeling of tiredness that made me want to kill myself with the thought of having to go to work, and I have a physically demanding job. I tell my boss ahead of time that I don't feel I'd be any good to her that day but I feel horrible telling her this and worthless at my job. I'm stuck with the dilemma of desperately wanting my ocd symptoms alleviated, but also wanting to be able to function on my necessary tasks in life. like a job and making money. Basically, when i'm not on pills, i'm in mental agony, but when i'm on it, i'm in physical agony. Any help would be appreciated. thank you.
2006-12-15 08:46:20 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Ask your doctor about using Prozac. It does not make your drowsy, and it used for problems such as: OCD, Depression, and Bulimia.
2006-12-15 09:05:00 · answer #1 · answered by Cadcar 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Effexor and Wellbutrin have never made me drowsy and do help with the symptoms of OCD plus you get a little kick (energy boost). Everyone is different though sor PDOOC it's best to talk to your PDOC. Good luck.
2006-12-15 17:10:09 · answer #2 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like you need your meds changed, or else the dose cut back a little, i would first look up online the various meds available for your condition,,,, and the side effects, then speak with the dr who prescribed them,,,,, sometimes you have to try a few and different doses till you find what works for you,,,,
2006-12-15 16:50:29 · answer #3 · answered by dlin333 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
perhaps you should try different types of meds. how about herbal teas? maybe not too strong enough for you, but they are very soothing.
2006-12-15 17:10:41 · answer #4 · answered by emjay 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋