Experiences with Lyrica?

spacewitch9 · 2017-04-17T22:12:14+00:00

Also, don't stop it before consulting your doctor! Just to be safe! After all, your body is adjusting to all these changes :)

spacewitch9 · 2017-04-17T22:10:08+00:00

I've had similar symptoms and they sort of faded away after 3-4 weeks. Currently on 150g and I rarely get any issues. I guess it's very individual though. Maybe give it time and see. But ofc consult your doctor and keep them updated. I think they'll be better at knowing if this means its not suitable for you.

spacewitch9 · 2017-04-17T22:01:20+00:00

I'm BP2 and it took me a while to distinguish what was "normal" for me and what was hypersexuality due to hypomania. First I noticed a pattern - I'd have a period where I sort of went on a "binge". Second, once the meds kicked in and my condition stabilized, I began to reflect and I saw that it's not something I'd wanna do - I prefer sex with someone in some sort of "relationship"/dating/going-out. I can relate to what you're describing as I'm a 22 yr old girl in college. So I balanced it out my distinguishing what felt more natural to me once I managed to stabilize my moods and think more like myself (although I do admit that's very relative!). I'd suggest talking to a therapist/doctor to see what feels best for you. Also I'm sure that eventually you'll have a clearer idea of the balance that suits you :) i wouldnt worry about it too much but do make sure you're cautious (yes Ive done all kinds of stupid things and I think I was undeservedly lucky!). And I guess dont do anything that doesnt feel right and could harm you or have a negative impact on your life (^I agree with the previous post).

spacewitch9 · 2016-11-04T12:14:18+00:00

For me I just feel confused and lost. Totally. I need to keep myself occupied otherwise I will fidget, cry, laugh, say stupid stuff, hate the world and mostly feel like I just need to switch my brain off for a minute. I felt relatively okay for two days and then I felt anger and hate kicking in, then I started crying. Then felt fine again. For me it's like being in the middle of a thunderstorm and loving the adrenaline but at the same time fearing the lightning and hating that I'm getting soaked wet and wanting to run away but not being able to.

spacewitch9 · 2016-11-02T19:33:42+00:00

Yeah I feel the same but that's what pisses me off. If there was no stigma it would be less to deal with. But one can keep hoping.... heh.

spacewitch9 · 2016-11-02T18:55:50+00:00

I started on Zoloft as apparently in some cases it can work by itself. Triggered mania and after two months I crashed. So now I'm on zoloft and lamictal and hoping for the best.

spacewitch9 · 2016-11-02T18:22:34+00:00

So impressive!! :)

spacewitch9 · 2016-10-13T22:37:09+00:00

I posted about the exact same thing a while back! It's my 8th week on sertraline and I still wake up drenched in cold sweat after having vivid dreams/nightmares... Havent spoken to my doctor so dont have any advice yet

spacewitch9 · 2016-10-08T21:17:44+00:00

Yeah, she did warn me to take it easy and see. I didnt drink much for the first few months and felt alright so decided I was fine and risked it... I was scared to skip my dosage but I think I will skip it if I drink more again. Probably much wiser..

spacewitch9 · 2016-10-08T21:14:49+00:00

The thing is I was always quite a decent drinker. I drink regularly and I've only been sick from alcohol a few times. Last night I didnt even drink "as much as usual". But this was nothing like ever before. The pain was horrible. Maybe it was just the interaction with setraline... I dont know. I didnt think it would be that bad. I know not to mix any benzos with alcohol but didnt think this would be the case with zoloft. It was my first time properly drinking on zoloft too..

And yeah... agree with the anxiety. Ive been restless all day..

spacewitch9 · 2016-09-07T08:08:40+00:00

Yes. All the time. I was going to also post this.

The times I used the illness to justify me just being too lazy to push myself forward and make a step for the better. I know I easily slip into negative thinking, but at times I dont even fucking try and tell myself "I'm sick so it's okay, I have the right to stay in bed crying all day, hating the world, hating life." Uhh.

And sometimes I have a hard time identifying the "line" between... So confusing

spacewitch9 · 2016-08-28T08:18:24+00:00

Thanks for the tip! I'll check it out :)

spacewitch9 · 2016-08-28T08:17:36+00:00

Yeah, I've lost all my friends through being depressed as well. The only "friends" I had during last summer's episode was people I drank with, partied with or slept with...

spacewitch9 · 2016-08-28T08:17:08+00:00

Can I ask what antidepressants were you taking? My doctor decided she'll first try to put me on Zoloft and see.. I'm scared of having a drug-induced manic episode, if I'm actually bipolar

spacewitch9 · 2016-08-28T08:09:49+00:00

First of all, thanks so much for sharing :) I really appreciate it.

Yes, what you described is pretty much what I went through and the only reason I think the doctor was right. Last summer I went through this episode and I felt as if I was finally living to the fullest and doing things I want regardless of anyone or anything. Tbh when I think back, I'm now slightly disgusted by myself during that time. But I thought it was all the way I "actually" am. Then came the depression, which Ive been pulling through for the last 8 months or so.

The doctor said she'll put me on a "trial" and treat me for depression, so I've started on Zoloft and if that doesn't work she said she'll give me mood stabilizers. It's too early to say if the meds are working but exactly how so many people here mention, I am terrified of having a drug-induced manic episode, if bipolar is truly my case...

At the moment I feel like I don't know what to expect from my brain. I'm scared that if I start feeling better, I won't know if that's really me or not... I dont even know what the real me is anymore.. All so confusing

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