Starting new meds paroxatine

[Essence56]

Hi I have a fear of medication I've been on citilopram for 4years just feel low all the time social anxiety through the roof I've suffered all my life to an extreme I became an alcoholic I'm in recovery now 8 months but feel despondent all the time I think I'd rather fight Tyson fury than X

[LilyAnnepuppy]

I did very well on Paxil (paroxetine) for 25 years. Everyone is different, however, so you may not. And it does take 6-8 weeks sometimes to work (but check with your doctor about that).

I'm recovering also. If you want to PM me, feel free to do so.

[Essence56 in reply to LilyAnnepuppy]

Thank you for getting back to me as I'm new here I don't know how to pm you my name is Mandy

[LilyAnnepuppy in reply to Essence56]

I'll PM you

[Essence56 in reply to LilyAnnepuppy]

Ok thank you

[DJB74]

Ive been on paroxetine now almost two years. It doesnt take everything away but it does strongly takes tge edge off my GAD for sure. This allows me to slow my mind down just enough I can process my other emotions and take those hard inner looks to keep myself on track for me. But I cannot emphasis how important it is to not isolate but connect to groups like this one for support, advice, encouragement and inspiration. If you have questions about meds or just need an ear message me anytime

[Sallyderek]

Ask your doctor for Venlafaxin it’s the best there is for anxiety x