Posted by oona on July 27, 2002, at 13:28:33
In reply to Re: Why is my Zoloft not working?, posted by cybercafe on July 27, 2002, at 11:34:08
> > This is my third time on Zoloft. It was working very good in the past, but now it is´t.
> > Why? Should I switch? What med do you recommend as a alternative to Zoloft?
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> it is possible, but you should give zoloft a fair trial...
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> as for which antidepressant you should try: there are some really decent protocols out there, depending on what has worked for other family members, what type of depression you are experiencing (atypical/vegetative or melancholic/retarded or agitated and anxious), what meds you have taken in the past, whether you have received a partial response from these meds or no response at all (VERY important), whether there is a risk of bipolar or psychosis, whether there is a chance the patient is suicidal or not, other disorders such as ADHD, other medical problems/medication, whether the patient has any problems tolerating meds -- there are actually a few decent flowcharts out there that make the process simple (considering all the information involved)
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> good luck ;)
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> cybercafeHi mats,
I am not an expert on this or anything so let me add that right away.
Just a thought, It took at least three months for Zoloft to work when I started about 7 years ago. Of course I started at 25, then 50, then 100, then at 150.. did not have to go more than that. I am no longer on it am on Celexa now for a trial.Agreeing with cybercafe about other drugs and your history etc...
You do not drink or take marijuana or other drugs, correct? That is always an issue with meds.
I wish you luck and hope it works for you or you find a med that does.
peace,
oona
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