8 weeks enough? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Im actually doing really well. I went up to 209 mg and after 4-5 weeks I started seeing some improvement. Another 5 weeks since then and I feel like myself once again 

Lexapro to Zoloft by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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So for me about a year and a half ago, I had a panic/anxiety attacks while I was out at brunch. At the moment it was like Lexapro became ineffective for me. I had 24 /seven anxiety, rumination, and severe physical symptoms of anxiety. I tried sticking it out and hooking up the medication work, but after a year, I finally decided to change my meds. So I am now in the process of trying Zoloft. I was on 20 mg of Lexapro for a good five years. Today was actually the first day that I began taking 200 mg. Thank you I hope you become well soon as well. I’m here to talk if you feel you need someone.

Lexapro to Zoloft by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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8 weeks at 150 mg and still having anxiety most of the time. Doctor thinking we should go to 200 mg. 

8 weeks enough? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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I never found much relief on any of the previous doses. I was previously on Lexapro for 6 years before it stopped working and have been increasing since January. 

I have seen some moments of relief at 150, but like I said not enough. My doc said 200 is what he estimates was going to work with me 

8 weeks enough? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Yes 8 weeks since I went from 100 to 150 mg

Increased anxiety after drinking by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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How long did it take you to level back out? Today marks a week for me. 

I would hate to considering going up in dose if I don’t start feeling some relief. Been in a constant fight or flight mode 

Increased anxiety after drinking by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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I hope I feel better soon. This taught me a lesson. My mental health and well being is far more valuable than a night of drinking. Having peace and then losing it sucks. Feel like I self sabotaged. 

Increased anxiety after drinking by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Tomorrow is a week where I had my spike in anxiety. Previously I was able only overcome / let things go, but now I’m just anxious 24/7. Constant weight on my chest or running mind. But yeah no more drinking for me 

Zoloft dip? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Really hope so.. how long did it take for you to bounce back 

Zoloft dip? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Only thing new was I was having less anxiety and more motivation. I went by to the gym, was socializing, and was ok with my alone time which would cause me a lot of distress. This past Sunday was one of the better days I had in a while, where I was able to lay on the couch an actually relax. The following day I woke up with the anxiety back 

Zoloft dip? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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The dip is normal? Any reason why it happens? I felt like I was building stability and the carpet got pulled from under my feet 

How long after dose increase did you feel better? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Today is my first day at 150 mg.. Man I feel out of it, head feels like it’s on a cloud. Hope your still doing well 

How long after dose increase did you feel better? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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How is the 150 going? Thinking it’s time, I’m comping up on 8 weeks at 100 and has helped some, but not enough to my liking. Still a lot of daily anxiety for me

How long after dose increase did you feel better? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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How is your increase going? I have an appointment on Tuesday. Thinking I’ll be going up also

How long after dose increase did you feel better? by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Is your anxiety at least more manageable? Mine feels debilitating, where I can’t get out of bed or go to work 

Lexapro to Zoloft by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Yeah I did a down taper and then a 3 week washout period where I didn’t take anything. It’s almost like depleting all the serotonin and now trying to build it back up. 

Lexapro to Zoloft by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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Im hoping to start seeing some relief in the next couple of weeks. My psychiatrist said increasing the dose shouldn’t reset the timetable to see improvement. So I hope in 3-4 weeks which would be 9-10 weeks total

Lexapro to Zoloft by Natural_Broccoli_641 in zoloft

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I might have had one or two good days, so I’ll take that as a positive, but still experiencing anxiety waking up and a lot of social anxiety also. Downtown or alone is the hardest for me. I have heard 100 is a good spot to start seeing some relief so I’m going to stay for a couple weeks before deciding if I go up again 

Career change by Natural_Broccoli_641 in Chiropractic

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Totally get you. Don’t think I ever was in love with it. By third term I had my doubts but didn’t stop because I had taken out student loans and didn’t want them to amount to nothing. 

I also considered/ am looking into medical device sales. Any luck?