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Was put on sertraline yesterday took it before bed got up feel very anxious and sick doc gave them to me for anxiety feel very strange

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Nik3711 years ago

Hi I'm on same tablet but was recommended to take it in morning xx

11 years ago

antydepresants take about 4 to 5 weeks to get into your system most side effects will have disappeared by then if not see your doc for something else

sister88811 years ago

Would strongly advise NOT taking any antidepressants. Always cause more problems than you already have. Only for use for people with severe depression - is that you ?

Decor11 years ago

No do not have depression was given them for anxiety because i have had so man y infections and my breathing got so bad I was getting anxious so the doc gave them to me but I have not got depression

• in reply toDecor11 years ago

Hello Decor, some antidepressants are prescribed specifically for anxiety and can be very useful for controlling it. Unfortunately, some of the side effects can initially be very difficult, including increased anxiety. They can normally take around two two weeks to subside, with some people it's less, with some it's more. If your anxiety has been affecting your life badly (and it can be crippling) then it could be worth carrying on with them but it can be a difficult period to go through. Although I must say I would have thought only taking one wouldn't have caused your increased anxiety already. Check the leaflet that came with your medication for info. George

Decor• in reply to11 years ago

Hi George1945

I have spoken to the specialty nurse and she said they are certainly side effects and they can strike very fast thank you for your reply

11 years ago

Good morning Décor, I don't know anything about the drug, but I hope you are feeling better soon with far fewer infections.

Perhaps if you phoned your GP surgery for a telephone appointment with the doctor for reassurance. I would guess the drug would not work immediately on first dose.

Take care.

Decor11 years ago

Talked to specialist nurse at doctors surgery she said is deffinettly side effects will not take any more of any sort

Decor11 years ago

Ps have another appt with doc on Friday to discuss

Decor11 years ago

Thank you every one for your replys it really helps having people to share good and bad moments with it seems to make things easier

knitter11 years ago

Years ago I was given Seroxat for anxiety, I was in hospital and I started to vomit within hours(Kept all the other patients awake). I carried on being nauseous and sick at home and my gp told me to stop taking them.

I find meditation good for anxiety now...cds or even You tube videos...I go to classes when I can. I am off to yoga now, I just do what I can at the class.

Decor11 years ago

Sounds good to me thank you for your reply

hufferpuffer11 years ago

You could ask your doctor about taking 'Kalms' its a herbal remedy for anxiety,they have a herb called Vallerian in them,my daughter takes them as she gets nervous driving and she says they work for her,you can get them in Boots chemist.Always wise to check with the doctor first.

hufferpuffer11 years ago

sassy5911 years ago

Hi Decor, I can only comment on my mother-in-law who takes 100mg sertraline for anxiety due to possible dementia. They do seem to help her but she has to keep taking them as when she stops, she just reverts back to how she was (anxious and depressed). I believe they are best taken in the morning but do not stop taking them without consulting with your GP. I hope things improve for you very soon. xxx

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