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What Are The Withdrawal Effects Of Anti Depression Tablets?
I have been taking antidepressants for almost 10 years because of pannick attacks, i graually stopped them recently, thr last one was almost 6 weeks ago. I had wothdraw symptoms but got better. I was afraid to have pannick attacks in the beggining, but gradually lost the fear of getting in the car/ buses, amd was happy because my sex drive improved as well as i lost weight after i stopped the tablets. I was takig citalopram. But about a week ago i started feeling dizzy and like i was going to faint in the bus, and i get really anxious like im going to die or faint, or the bus is going to crash. And i just hate leaving the house, i am also really irritated and snnapping easily. And i got really paranoid thinkig that im going to have a pannick attack so bad i will end up killing myself in fear of the pannick attack,., its probably not going to happen, but im terrifies of the tought. How to i get this to stop? Is it related to the tablets? Wiill i ever be able to stay off them?? I wanna get pregnant and dont wanna be taking them tablets anymore
Mon, 17 Aug 2015
Hello,
Welcome to Health Care Magic. I have gone through your query and I understand your concern.
The symptoms you are suffering from are all withdrawal symptoms of antidepressant. Most people experience withdrawal effects over a month after they have quit their medication. I recommend giving yourself at least 90 days before evaluating the withdrawal symptoms.
The problem is that the symptoms are so severe in the first few weeks of withdrawal that you might feel as if your life will never be the same. During withdrawal it is important to do your best not to get caught up in the symptoms – rather focus on what you can do to recover as fast as possible.
I would give you some tips that might help you recover quicker: try to eat healthy, try to get some light exercise, and to get a proper night’s sleep. If you are struggling to come to terms with symptoms and/or cope, be sure to talk to a therapist or professional about what you are experiencing.
Hope I answered to your question. I wish you speedy recovery.
Take care,
Dr. Ina Zaimi
Welcome to Health Care Magic. I have gone through your query and I understand your concern.
The symptoms you are suffering from are all withdrawal symptoms of antidepressant. Most people experience withdrawal effects over a month after they have quit their medication. I recommend giving yourself at least 90 days before evaluating the withdrawal symptoms.
The problem is that the symptoms are so severe in the first few weeks of withdrawal that you might feel as if your life will never be the same. During withdrawal it is important to do your best not to get caught up in the symptoms – rather focus on what you can do to recover as fast as possible.
I would give you some tips that might help you recover quicker: try to eat healthy, try to get some light exercise, and to get a proper night’s sleep. If you are struggling to come to terms with symptoms and/or cope, be sure to talk to a therapist or professional about what you are experiencing.
Hope I answered to your question. I wish you speedy recovery.
Take care,
Dr. Ina Zaimi
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