Anti-depressants?

Question

i need anti-depressants, but all the ones i have tried make my stomach hurt really bad. anyone have any suggestions?

Answer 1

Effexor is supposed to have the fewest side effects but it does have the worst discontinuation syndrome of all SNRI meds. (They can't call it withdrawal since it's supposedly non-addictive. I argue that not being depressed makes it addictive enough.) You CANNOT just quit this medication.

Answer 2

As Salaam to you all, Taking any medication for a real health problem will not be Haram, despite the fact that that medication has alcohol within it. Enough has been mentioned about anti-depressants by means of other contributors to this query but it is as much as the person and what the physician has prescribed that issues. It is as much as the person to take or not take the prescription in the event that they truly believe and consider that they can do without it, or the health practitioner may also be influenced into prescribing an replacement medicine. Wa Salaam

Answer 3

First of all ,are the meds helping,secondly most antidepressants cause changes as due many medicines in the balance between acidic and alkaline levels in the stomach usually causing dry mouth { or what is called cotton mouth}, stomach aches bloating and general abdominal discomfort especially when taken over long periods of time. I've found otc remedies such as betaine hydrocholoride {hydrochloride being a naturally occuring substance in the stomach} to dramatically improve stomach problems,and increase absorbtion thus resulting in a better therapeutic response.Often times people lean towards antacids as a remedy when in fact they don't have enough acid to digest and move the stomach contents into the small intestine where they are readily absorbed..It is always a good idea to discuss even otc meds with your doctor first!

Answer 4

Homeopathic Treatment(s) for Depression/Grief/Bereavement :-

DEPRESSION & GRIEF(Bereavement) :-

Severe shock due to sudden death of loved ones; restlessness, anxiety and fear Aconite 200X. 10 min (3 Doses)

Prolonged mournings; cannot overcome the loss of loved ones Ignatia 1M or 10M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

When the grief is in the conscious mind; patient weeps; does not like sympathy Natrum Mur.200X or 1M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

For chronic grief and indignation Staphysagria 200X or 1M, weekly (3 Doses)

Depression with suicidal thoughts feeling of worthlessness, Aurum Met 30X, three times a day half hour before meals.

Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms.
No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.

Take Care and God Bless You !

Answer 5

I take a lot of meds, many have nausea as a side effect. I take them at night before I go to bed so I can sleep thru most of the side effects. I take Effexor XR which is a SNRI (not a SSRI) for chronic pain.
Physical dependence and addiction are 2 different issues so don't worry about it. Addiction is an emotional problem while dependence is just physical.
Good luck

Answer 6

I am on Effexor Xr dsgree when documentation says it has little side effects. Anyways, it didn't cause any stomach disturbances for me but the neurological side effects are very bothersome (fainting, light-headed,vertigo, hearing sounds that arn't there, blurry vision). You have to talk to your doctor to see what's best but if I knew about the side effects and the withdrawl that I will have to go through, I would have never started so do a bit of your own research so you can ask your doctor specific questions. (I am on Effexor Xr for anxiety and depression)

Answer 7

Only a doctor can answer this question, based on your specific needs and tolerance levels. There are many options out there, but what is best for one person may not be right for you. Work with your physician/psychiatrist until you find what works for you.

Answer 8

I went through the same thing and now I take lexapro. I havent had any side effects and have been taking it for 3 years now. Here is a website to help.
http://www.lexapro.com/

Answer 9

St Johns Wort is a natural alternantive but check with your Dr. first it can interact badly with a lot of other meds.

Answer 10

Share your concern with your doctor. He/she is the only qualified person to suggest medicine for you because he/she knows what you've taken and what you need.