whats the best antidepresents,to take?

Question

ive tried some in the past but they made me feel sick so i had to stop,i really need to start taking them now (i think)because my life seems to be on hold since my mum and brother died,im so depressed its ruining my life,i know ive got to pull my self together i dont really want to start taking these but i m not getting any better help please genuine only thankyou

thanks for all your answers anyway

Answer 1

i know wat u mean...u prob feel like the clocks ticking and u need to get ur life going normally again before it all goes up in flames. well, i cud write a book about junk that ur not really looking to hear, but ill just say i like effexor. ive had alot of probs with side-effects from depression meds, but this one did the trick without any trouble for me. apparently its one that works for alot of ppl who hav trouble responding positively to other antidepressants. its quick acting, but something to take seriously because some ppl hav rough withdrawal symptoms wen going off it, tho i hav accidentally forgotten to take it for a couple days in the past and didnt hav much trouble--its one of those things thats supposed to wear off pretty fast if u dont take it--it doesnt build up in ur system like lexapro and some others. different mechanism. anyway, it gives me more energy and perks me up not long after taking it. .

Answer 2

There are many antidepressants and alas, for many of us, it's trial and error in trying to find the right one.

If you had to stop medications because they made you feel sick, then whatever you take now, increase the dose slowly - try a liquid anti depressant, it's easier to build the dose gradually. I believe that Prozac, Seroxat(Paxil) and Citalopram(Celexa) all come in liquid.

If you tried these and they didn't work, how about Effexor?
It's often really good for people who didn't find other anti depressants helpful.

If you do take Effexor, be aware that you might not feel great for the first few weeks - at least, that was my experience. But then the side effects do settle down, and you can ask the doctor about increasing the dose - I've done that and now the medication is really starting to help!

It's obviously been a really tough time for you, losing both your mum and brother - no wonder you're sad and depressed.

Have you had any counselling, or bereavement therapy?

Do speak to your doctor about both counselling and medication. The best person to give medication is a psychiatrist; they really know about the different dosages etc.

I hope you start to feel better very soon.

Answer 3

I don't think anyone can answer that, not even the best psychiatrist in the world. Not with today's technology, maybe in the future.

For now we have trial and error, doctor prescribes something you take it. If it works that's great. if not then it is back to the drawing board, and try something else. It gets frustrating after a while.

But it is so worth it. I have had depression for half my life. I was 16 when I was first diagnosed, now I am 33. I've been on so many types of antidepressants.

Then 3 years ago I was placed in a nursing home type setting. It was not the best place for me. My doctor found the right combination of medications in March of 2006. Now I am in my own apartment and I am doing great. I love it. I have never felt better.

All antidepressants are good, its a matter of finding one that is good for you. I've read the answers above and there are a lot of different answers. Only you and your doctor can find the answer to your question. Be honest with her/him about how you feel emotionally and physically. Don't be afraid to call her/him about anything that doesn't feel right. Keep all appointments.

Ask the doctor and pharmacist about any side effects you should watch out for, what ones are dangerous, and what ones are nothing.

Answer 4

There is no one "best" antidepressants. Some work for some people ... some don't.

The person to figure out WHAT ONE IS BEST FOR YOU . . . is a psychiatrist who is trained in medicine management. Psychiatrist are MD's that specialize and can prescribe medication. It is likely that you may be depressed because of the grief issues. Lost of parent and sibling are very, very, hard to deal with on your own.

So see a psychiatrist for a medical evaluation and what anti-depressant might be the right one for your kind of depression. Also, congratulate yourself for being mature enough to know you need help in dealing with the loss of mum and brother.

Answer 5

I am sorry to hear that your mother and brother passed. Have you tried grief counseling? I wish I'd done that when I lost my family.

I take a small dose of Paxil at the moment for anxiety/depression/anger.

Answer 6

Try Cipralex. I had been on Paxil before but now I am taking Cipralex. It is good and it has less side effects than other antidepressants.

Answer 7

Wellbutrin (an atypical anti-depressant which addresses neurotransmitter inbalances in seratonin, norepinephrine AND dopamine) is typically very well tolerated, and quite effective.

Best of luck to you,
~M~

Answer 8

I am on antipsychotics that could also maybe work as antidepressants. Abilify, Geodon, Seroquel. Go to a Psychiatrist okay ?

Answer 9

Pot. Anti-depressants are for the birds...it workes for me as far as stabilizing my mood.

Outside o any kind of drugs, maybe its time you make a really big life change, like a change in location/scenery? It'll help you cope with the changes you've had to go through, and will help your mind get past this and look at new brighter things!

Good luck!...

Answer 10

in addition

you should increase your intake of "bananas" to your diet..

and you should try some yoga, or regular exercise.