Feeling down

[Jwell53]

Really down sorry for posting again. Will be 16weeks tomorrow on 100mg sertraline was really hoping I was going feel level by now. Having waves of anxiety with headaches and hot flushes every ten minutes or so Had really food week two weeks ago so was hopeful then but now wondering if that will happen again need reassurance any one else still felt tike this at 16 weeks seems to be with change of brand of propranolol not sure if this is a link

[Kkimm]

Hi Jwell

I am on a different anti depressant, Venlafaxine but they are similar in many ways

I definitely had ups and downs in the early months so I really feel for you. I do however feel really grateful that I remained on them and did a couple of dose increases as they have been a life saver for me but I do find you have to work with them also.

I still do have some ups and downs after 2.5 years but very minor by comparison. I never really get to the bottom of why but I do know that staying positive and active is really important. I make sure I continue to try to be upbeat, not worry and constantly challenge myself a little but not beat myself up when I do not always achieve what I wish.

Excercise, eating a healthy diet and getting enough sleep is also important. Excercise is particularly important as it releases natural endorphins. Just half an hour fast walking a day is very helpful. You may already be doing the above and more so apologies if that is the case.

If you have had a good week, or perhaps just a day or two even if you are down at the present, you are doing really well and will get there.

I find I am nearly always positive and non anxious these days and really enjoy life again.

At 16 weeks in I still had quite a long way to go if I remember. Stay positive, you will get there.

Best wishes.

Kim

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Hi, I was on Sertraline and propranolol for anxiety. Sertraline did not help at all, causing Insomnia. Propranolol helped with palpitations, but my advice would be to come off sertraline. I found herbal teas helped much more. (Chamomile and valerian) Hope that helps. Shout me if you have any other questions.