Posted by sherry on February 24, 2000, at 9:17:08
In reply to Re: Need opinions on prozac vs. zoloft for depression, posted by peter on February 23, 2000, at 16:22:50
> > I am soon to be changing from prozac to zoloft, is this dangerous?
> > what kind of side affects will I be facing?
> > Will I ever feel normal?
>
> The whole point, from my perspective, is to feel normal and whole. And you will. Keep educating yourself and working with your doc UNTIL you feel either normal or (at least) content. My experience is that all the AD meds feel "funny" for the first few weeks but this gradually disappears (often along with other side effects like mild nausea, jitters, etc.) Keep in mind the comments you've heard about prozac's long half life (which was also a boon when I forgot to take it)-- you probably won't be able to evaluate the zoloft for a while (a month??). Do let your doc know about any side effects and wierd feelings in the interim. Good luck!
>
Okay. I think that the best thing for me to do
is to just get off of the antidepressants...I am not severely depressed, it seems to be dysthimia. However, I am starting to feel normal again. I have been exercising and praying. So, my question remains, is it wise to just quit an antidepressant,such as Prozac, or must I slowly come off of it? The reason I ask you all is because I can't be spending $50 to find out from the family doctor. Please Help!
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