Is it time to change drugs?

Question

Im currently on celexa for depression./aniexty, have been on it for about 4 months now, maybe 6 they worked alright . But the last month or so i feel im getting worse, im miserable and feel mad all the time like i wanna kill someone, its awful..i made a appoitment this friday to see the doc, but should i ask him about changing meds? i just dont wanna have to go through 5 million pills, is it possible i have gotten immune to the celexa?

Answer 1

If you aren't engaged in some good counseling in addition to your meds, it might be time to add that to your health plan. Medications can only do so much - sometimes we have to have the meds in our system to be able to work on our issues.

Has anything new come up in the last month or so that might be making things more difficult for you? Have you been keeping a Mood Journal in order to see if there's any sort of pattern or any "triggers"?

Do keep in mind that this time of year is hard on a lot of people - the "letdown" after the holidays, if people overspent or didn't get paid for vacation time January can be a pretty bad financial crunch time, and the winter days can be short and gloomy.

It's possible that you're experiencing a bit of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and your doctor may be able to help with that...but having a good talk therapist in your corner for counseling can help a lot, too.

The most effective treatment for many mood disorders is a COMBINATION of meds and counseling, so give it a bit of thought.

Good luck!

Answer 2

Not all drugs work the same for everyone (I think there is even a commercial on tv that says that). It could be that you need a new formulation because this one isn't right for you. Tell your doctor everything and just ask if he/she thinks you need to change or give it more time. I think that you will probably get a new prescription for your depression.
A few years ago, I used to take Lexapro, but had to switch to Celexa after a few months. Celexa worked for me and I'm fortunate that I no longer need to take SSRI's
Here's a part of an article that may be helpful for you to read:

"Work closely with your doctor
Finding the antidepressant that's right for you can be more complex than filling a single prescription from your doctor. Your doctor may recommend different medications to compare their effects. An antidepressant that works for someone else may not work for you. Also, you may get the best results if your doctor adjusts the dose or even changes medications over time.
When you meet with your doctor about antidepressants, you may want to ask these questions:

What results can I expect after I start the medication? You may have to take the medication for a month or two before you notice any improvement.

How long will I need to take the medication? Antidepressant use may range from a few months to a lifetime. It depends on the type of depression you have and how well you respond to treatment. A common round of medication lasts six to 12 months. In any case, keep taking your medication for the entire length of your prescription. Quitting a medication early can result in a relapse -- even if you feel better right away. And if you re-start the medication, it may be less effective.

What will happen when I stop taking the medication? Antidepressants are not addictive. But, you may experience dizziness, nausea or other symptoms when you stop a medication. Gradually tapering off the medication can ease the discomfort. "

Answer 3

i've been in the same position.
1. explain to your psychiatrist the depression symptoms you are currently experiencing.
2. he/she may suggest upping your dosage since you did find some success on celexa.
3. don't panic if he/she suggests a change of medication. every person is different and your psychiatrist will tell you that the first medication prescribed is NOT always the best pick for you.

i've been on 6-10 different anti-depressants since i was diagnosed with clinical depression and anxiety disorder. i won't name the drugs that didn't work for me. i just want you to know it's often a trail-and-error time frame until you find the perfect pill for you.

don't be so hard on yourself. let your doctor direct your recovery scheme. best patient because, as you probably already know, it takes time for the full benefits of a drug to build up in your system.
e.g. the first anti-depressant i was prescribed took 8 weeks for me to experience any hint of helping.

you will be in my thoughts and prayers. my heart is melted by anyone going through such a hideous and torturous illness.

Answer 4

if you're a Type1 diabetic then no. Type1 means that your pancreas isn't generating any insulin so that you want to take the images. if you're Type2 diabetic that means that your pancreas is generating some insulin and also you possibly in a position to come back off the images and take pills and performance a strict foodstuff routine and exercising plan. your physician can request a blood attempt to inform in case your pancreas is generating. previously you do something verify mutually with your physician or get a 2d opinion if you're nonetheless not particular.

Answer 5

Why certain meds work or don't work on some people is a mystery. And why they stop working or work to varying degrees is equally mysterious.

You may have to change your med and it would be good to tell your doctor all of this.

Good for you for working at this.

All the best.

Answer 6

primarily, talk to the doc., but maybe higher dose or different med., lexapro is good for me. Probably easier to increase dosage rather than going off and then on again.

Answer 7

Ya tell him and let him decide about the drugs. Meanwhile, get a punching bag or something and let out all the anger and stress.

Answer 8

If the medicine works, try and see if your doctor will up your dose.