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I've recently been put on fluoxetine for an inert and depression. I'm completely sick and tired of feeling the way I do, and am hoping that this may help me get back to my better self. Does anyone have any advice for someone starting fluoxetine/general experience with this tablet? Thanks x

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meds effect everyone differently, and some do take a few weeks to kick in. Once mine did I noticed things smoothed out emotionally for me a bit more. There was no 'wow' effect, just calmer....and it was a bit of trial and error to get the right med that worked best for me. Most people think all of your depression and anxiety are going to magically disappear and that you will all of a sudden be bright and happy....unfortunately...that pill hasn't been invented yet... so we still have to work on coping methods to deal with our disease.

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Thank you! Even just that stabilisation will help me I think

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fauxartist in reply to ang1999

it does make a difference.... I also just started CBD oil today... it's an herbal supplement that I am having immediate effects with...surprised me big time... I am just calmer... no difference like I'm feeling drugged out at all... just calm... blows me away really.

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ang1999 in reply to fauxartist

Yeah I've heard of quite a few people having good effects from CBD oil, hope it continues to work for you!

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I was just telling a friend that after a few weeks... that will be the true test...once I've gone through my usual emotional ebb and flow.... the highs and lows of this disease just kill ya.. if I still manage to stay this way... well.... that would be a miracle in itself... even if it only partially helps the down side, anything is appreciated....

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Yeah, I really hope it works out!

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