When will it get better

[Faeryprincess50]

I just had a med change almost 2 weeks ago. I was taking Effexor and changed to Trintellix. I have been fighting depression for 25 years. I usually don’t have such a bad reaction to a med change, but this has been awful. In almost 2 weeks I have spiraled down to a horrible place. So anxious and depressed I am having trouble function. It just seems like everything is so overwhelming. I have supportive friends and family, but feel I am just starting to annoying them.

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You’re not annoying anyone, so no isolating allowed, as it will drop you down further. I would call my provider/prescriber and tell them what you’re going through. If you’re having trouble functioning, you need to call first thing in the morning. Meanwhile, chill out and do something you enjoy that will hopefully occupy your mind, reach out to your family as needed and don’t listen to the lies that depression tells us, such as, you’re annoying your family! Wishing you peace and sending you hugs!!

[MariaLove123]

If you’re having that bad of a reaction, you should talk to your doctor. I think the new Med might be giving you serious side effects. I understand changing meds can be uncomfortable sometimes but if you’re spiraling, this is concerning. I’ve never heard of Trintillex. And I’ve been on almost every medication. You should look up the side effects. You might just need to try another medication. We’re here for you though. I totally relate to feeling both depression and anxiety and I’m ironically feeling it today. Put on some nice music. I have my essential oils in the diffuser right now and it’s so calming. Lots of hugs 🤗

[Faeryprincess50 in reply to MariaLove123]

Thanks a lot. I contacted the nurse & the doctor said to give it more time to kick in. Trintellix is a really new antidepressant and has “normal” side effects. I am going to see a counselor Tuesday & my follow up for the new meds on the 1st. It is a really overcast day & yucky here. I also recently went through a break up & I’m feeling really alone. I appreciate you listening!!

[Faeryprincess50 in reply to MariaLove123]

I feel like no one is really listening to me when I say it’s bad. They keep saying give it time but it keeps getting worse.

[MariaLove123 in reply to Faeryprincess50]

Ugh you definitely have good reason to be feeling this way. Breakups are so hard. The important thing is to keep busy. And it’s okay to cry. It’s releasing. Writing is releasing too and might help you through this rough time.

Who’s not listening to you? They probably don’t understand mental illness. I’m really glad you’re taking good steps with giving a new medication time, going to see a new therapist and definitely talking about it. I’m here for you 🤗

[Faeryprincess50 in reply to MariaLove123]

Thanks. Everyone is listening but maybe not taking me as seriously as I would like. I think these meds are just not doing it. Or maybe something to help with the anxiety would help, but that is a no no around. It is really hard to get meds to help-which I understand. I appreciate your advise !!

[MariaLove123 in reply to Faeryprincess50]

Yes adding an anxiety Med is the best idea. It helps a lot. You got this 👍🏼

[Faeryprincess50 in reply to MariaLove123]

Thanks. Going to see my ex tonight. Probably not the best idea but I really just want to be around someone tonight. We are still friends...

[fauxartist]

It's not your fault your having bad reactions to the new meds and your family and friends know that I'm sure...so don't worry about that...my partner just knows the drill now, they don't take it personally when I'm going through the blues.....they just let me know they are there....I am sure your family knows too that you can't help it and it's really hell for you more than it is for them.

[Faeryprincess50 in reply to fauxartist]

I’m sure they do, but sometimes it’s hard for me to admit it’s really bothering me. It will get better and my family is wonderful. Thanks for listening & helping!!

[fauxartist in reply to Faeryprincess50]

it's really helpful sharing here there are a lot of kind people.....so keep sharing when you feel you need to express yourself...cause we get it and you don't have to worry about burdening us cause we know the drill....

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Thanks for sharing. I’m so sorry it hasn’t work out better.

I went off Effexor and have been on Lexapro for a few years now.

The change to a new pill isn’t often easy.

I hope ur doctor is able to help and please keep us posted.

[Faeryprincess50]

Thanks everyone for the kind comments. I am doing a little better this morning. Think I will be able to get through the day. Tomorrow I’m going to talk to a counselor-I think this will help. Going to try to keep up the current meds until my appointment next week. I really hope the start to help more.

[Agora1 in reply to Faeryprincess50]

Good Luck with your appointment tomorrow. x