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Which antidepressant do you find to be the best and why?
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Hi wiserlady, actually the best antidepressant you can find is the one prescribed
by your doctor who knows your health history. Sometimes, by taking a poll of what's
good and what's not, can stop you from finding just the right one for you.
We all react differently to medications which really is a trial and error effort on the doctor's part. Dosage also plays a part on how well you may do on a certain med. Also, the time of
day or evening it is taken can make a big difference. Eventually, by working with your doctor you both will agree on one that gives you the best relief with the least side effects.
My best to you. xx
Yes I know all this. Most of what you say is sheer common sense. But that was not the question. I really do get annoyed when I go into a forum and ask a specific question and instead of answering it the person lectures me as if I am a five year old who needs common sense advice.
wiserlady, I'm sorry my response to your post was taken in the wrong context.
I see now after looking back on your posts, that many of them are really geared
towards "people's opinions" on different topics. I didn't realize that at the time
I responded to you.
My purpose on this forum has always been to keep people safe and not influence
anyone by my own choices. I respect each and every one of our virtual family members
by support and caring. Never would I belittle someone or talk down to someone regarding medication.
I realize now that you were looking for a generalized answer and not one applying
to you personally. I hope you have found the answers that you were looking for.
My best to you xx
No problem, thank you, have a nice evening. But please remember that many people who go to a doctor about depression and antidepressants are asking for the first time. There is no history for them to look at. Its a new problem. So looking at past history would prove fruitless. Also in the UK you often speak to a doctor you have never spoken to before or who only has time to read a few bits and leaves the rest.
A few years ago, I took a test by Genesight that helped determine which meds were best suited for me genetically. It was covered by my insurance. I think there are a few similar types of tests available now from different companies. I worked with my psych med practitioner and both she and I found it to be very helpful. I ended up taking one of the meds from the test and it has worked very well for me.