tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post4732010605714978369..comments2023-05-23T12:12:22.610+01:00Comments on Prozac Withdrawal: One journey ends and another one beginsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post-27504603158253409992016-11-12T13:57:22.972+00:002016-11-12T13:57:22.972+00:00Hi Michelle
I'm still here, I very rarely visi...Hi Michelle<br />I'm still here, I very rarely visit my blog but I do get notified when someone comments. It sounds like you are in exactly the same situation as I was. When I wrote this last post in July 2013 I went back to the full standard dose of Sertraline(Zoloft). I got fed up again of being "numbed out" on the drug, so, I switched to liquid Prozac, and tapered down to a dose of 3ml Prozac, which is about 3/5 of the standard dose, I found that by sticking to this dose I get the best of both worlds, I am not totally numbed out and yet it's enough of a dose to stop getting withdrawals and akathisia, Ive done this for over two years now, so this maybe an option for you. I remember being terrified back in 2013 that I had left it too late to restart the drug and I would be permanently damaged, luckily it did work out. So the long and short is I have made a compromise that means I can lead a normal quality of life, I wish I had been able to get off the drug but in the end life is too short and I decided to make the best of the hand I was dealt. If you want to e mail me privately please feel free to: beautifulsouth7@yahoo.com, it's nice to know that people still find this blog and relate to it.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14194667117038393013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post-58074283584597880452016-11-12T04:31:26.810+00:002016-11-12T04:31:26.810+00:00I don't know if you are still "out there&...I don't know if you are still "out there" and able to read this, but I had to reach out to you because I found out today that there is a very real possibility I will never be able to stop taking my paxil. I found out today that the overwhelming anxiety that overtakes me a few months after tapering has a name - akathisia. And worse, it is highly likely to be a result of permanent changes made to the seratonin system in my brain caused by the SSRI. I am in the midst of a third taper, but I think I might pick a dose I can live with and keep on it. Your story is helping me make an informed choice. I could recover from akathisia if I taper, but I might not. The danger is that if I wait too long to restart the drug, it might not work. Found that out on the website "Mad In America" from Dr. Stuart Shipko. Best of luck to you wherever you are, thank you for this blog and hello from someone who shares a very similar story.Michellehttp://reachingjoy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post-70484973219993359982014-05-28T10:33:21.328+01:002014-05-28T10:33:21.328+01:00Hi, Nice site I enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sha...Hi, Nice site I enjoyed reading it. Thanks for sharing. Would it be possible if I contact you through your email? Please email me back. Thanks!<br /> <br />Aaron Grey<br />aarongrey112 at gmail.com<br />aarongrey112https://www.blogger.com/profile/06321255122708390713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post-10220427410788978712013-09-09T22:00:48.514+01:002013-09-09T22:00:48.514+01:00I've been following your blog for a long time ...I've been following your blog for a long time now. I am glad that you have made the choices that seemed right for you and your family. A tip of the hat to you for sharing such an intimate journey. <br /><br />I am following y last film on the subject (Generation Rx) with a new film, LETTERS FROM GENERATION RX. It will be my last on the topic, but I am honored to have met so many wonderful people who were willing to bare their souls so that others could learn.<br /><br />The same must be said about you. <br /><br />Fortunately, I interviewed dozens who combatted similar issues - and have finally broken through to happiness and wellness without the meds. But one thing is for certain: none of the people I've spoken to have had an easy road.<br /><br />I wish you all the peace and happiness that the universe can muster on your behalf. Blessings to you, from this day forth.<br /><br />Kevin P. Miller<br />9 September 2013Kevin P. Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12215571012153126344noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post-5560343763100159712013-07-19T19:49:14.332+01:002013-07-19T19:49:14.332+01:00You gave it a really good run Sheila. I know how ...You gave it a really good run Sheila. I know how hard it was for you at times. I wish all the best for you and hope that one day, you will find another way to do it.<br /><br />Good luck to you my friend.Lori Farquhar-Bryentonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09565193129106211845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post-6989855279708406652013-07-19T19:39:12.711+01:002013-07-19T19:39:12.711+01:00 As your friend I am so proud of you and the digni... As your friend I am so proud of you and the dignity and strength you have shown throughout your struggle. <br /> For years I didn`t know you were suffering and when you did tell me, I was surprised as there had never been a hint of it. <br /> You have helped so many people with your blog and FB page and despite having to return to your anti depressants you have not fsiled, because you have have done what is right for you and your family. <br /> You are amazing and i`m proud to be your friend, xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2522847456263533872.post-53427997260575664262013-07-19T18:05:03.720+01:002013-07-19T18:05:03.720+01:00Sheila: you are a brave, honest person. Your blog ...Sheila: you are a brave, honest person. Your blog has been an inspiration for many, including myself. <br />Just remember: you feel better now, and that's what is important! <br />May God richly bless and keep you, my friend.<br />Tim Sherwood<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10793736472489443957noreply@blogger.com