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[Suzysheep]

Yes, a little bit.
Today has been awful. Really bad shakes. Legs like jelly. I had a panic attack out with the dog…. I’m a mess.

[CherrySG]

Sending good wishes your way, Suzy.

[Suzysheep]

Thankyou cherry. It’s been a tough day today… but I’m trying to stick with it ….

[VictoryV]

Hi Suzy, I’ve no help to offer but I so hope you get peace soon. I hope today is better for you.
Sending love and a hug.
Victoria.x

[Shell babes]

Suzy - I am so sorry to hear about what you are going through and hope that the new med settles and works for you. Sending a big hug to you. x ❤️

[Denise Didi]

Hi I've been on V for a few years and seems to work well. Not sure if taking it at a different time might help. I take mines after  breakfast. I am also taking the slow release version as the normal version made me sick. Which one are you taking? I remember being asked to switch as the slow release is more expensive drug. I did try but had to go back to slow release. Didi

[Suzysheep]

Thank you everyone

I’m feeling pretty awful. Still very anxious, shaking, dizzy… generally rough. I’ve been on the sofa all day.
I think I’m dealing with withdrawal from the citalopram as well as getting used to the venlafaxine.

Denise, I’m taking the slow release version. I take it at night.
Do you remember feeling bad on it at first?

[Denise Didi]

Can't remember sorry. Maybe worth trying mornings. If you are still feeling bad maybe best to check in with gp, perhaps starting on a lower dose. I switched from fluexotine to venlafaxine in 2013! Do remember changing was hard.
Didi

[CLKD]

How about taking it on alternate days?  You won't notice withdrawal if you are taking another drug. 

[Nas]

Hey Suzy
Sorry you are feeling rubbish xx
Sending huge hugs and support right now.

Hope you feel better very soon 🌸🌸🌸

[Nas]

P.s I’ve been advised to try venoflaxine also for anxiety ( or citalopram, sertraline or mirtazapine)

Not sure yet xx

[Suzysheep]

I’m feeling much better now I’ve got over the initial side effects. Much less anxiety this morning. Hopefully there is some light at the end of the tunnel!

Nas… I would try some meds, honestly, there’s no point struggling on. Xx

[Nas]

Hey Suzi,
That’s good news !
I don’t know which to go for?
I have sertraline already, but not used.

 I suppose the one with the least side effects ?

Do you think venalflaxine is worth a shot? X

[Suzysheep]

Yes, I definitely think venlafaxine is worth a shot.
I’ve been on the citalopram for 8 weeks and felt worse anxiety wise.  I’ve been on the venlafaxine 10 days, apart from the awful side effects when starting I now notice a huge improvement in my anxiety.
I’ve never taken sertraline, so I can’t advise on that one… but the reason I went on venlafaxine is because the mental health nurse at my surgery said it’s recommended for menopause symptoms. X

I must add though that I am very sensitive to absolutely everything, so even though I got awful side effects, you might not. Xx

[Nas]

Thanks Suzy,
I think I will opt for the venlaflaxine  then I think.

I have mirtazapine also, but not taken that yet ( it’s for sleep primarily). Not sure I can take both.

I hope you continue to feel calm. I need something for driving anxiety and the fight or flight feeling X xx