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Anyone else taking this for depression? Is it helping? (sorry if I spelled it wrong)

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Yes I am and it is a very good drug to be on. Hope this helps!

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How long have you been taking it?

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I am 32 now and have had it for about a year now, but I was also on it way back when I was 18. It helped to numb the past and made me care about it less. If it is not working they can raise the dose-I was always on a high dose. If it doesn't work like that, I recommend Zoloft. I have been on almost all there is out there and these two have been the absolute best! ; )

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Ok thanks. I too had Zoloft but that didn't help and I was switched to Effexor which I've been on for a few years but I think I'm immune to it now Lol

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I have been on it for years and nothing has come close to helping me so much. Everyone's chemistry is different though.......I also take 300 mg, which is the maximum dosage. I also take Vyvanse because I have difficulty focusing.

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Oh ok. Good to know 😉

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