Schmeg82 Posted July 16 Author Share Posted July 16 1 hour ago, Sebas said: Sometimes withdrawal sometimes occurs in sort of hyperactivity/adhd status. Then the next day we tend to feel tired, strange isn't it? 😂 Bye Sebas Well I’m already adhd so withdrawal has definitely made it worse lol. And I can’t do anything with all this energy because my body won’t allow me to 🙃 although after doing barn chores, making eggs, putting some laundry in and sweeping my house I’m ready for a nap. Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
AAOffZ Posted July 16 Share Posted July 16 @Sebas you seem knowledgeable on this topic. Should any and all foods that affect neurotransmitters be avoided in WD? Ex… yogurt? Turkey? Could be a coincidence, but I’ve always had a bad day after eating greek yogurt… Zoloft 25 mg (Jan 2016) 50 mg (Feb 2016) Off Zoloft for second pregnancy (2019) Back to Zoloft 75 mg (Sept 2019) Down to 25 mg for third pregnancy (2020) 50-> 75 mg ->100 mg (Jan 2023) Felt good for long while so reduced to 75 (Nov 2023). Back up to 100 after some symptoms of anxiety (Dec 2023) 125 (Dec 2023) didn’t help so->150 (Feb 2024) Horrible reaction (almost psychosis) Doc suggested lowering Z and adding buspar. Started 2.5 mg 3x per day same day at going down to 125 mg Z. then to 100 a week later. Found SA, stopped the madness. (April 2024) 87.5 mg (August 31, 2024) 84.6 mg (Current: Natural Calm: 200 mg per day in water, 0.5 mg melatonin) Link to comment
Sebas Posted July 16 Share Posted July 16 @AAOffZ To go very short, yoghurt cultures affect microbacteria in intestines, this is also where serotonine is processed. Choose yoghurt without added cultures. 1 46 years old male job in spatial planning into sports, animals and nature Started using 20 mg Paroxetine (Paxil) in 2004 for stressrelated anxiety/depression Attempted several times to stop, starting a few years after 2004 Found out in 2015 about paxil withdrawal symptoms and the 5-10% taper guideline Started using liquid paxil in 2015/2016 2018 --> 11.2 mg of paxil 2019-2023 developed severe food- and other sensitivities (anti imflammatory, anti oxidant, food colourings, oils, herbs, chemicals etc.) 12/2023 Had been building up for 4 years to Poop-out/tolerance, introducing brassmonkey slide method 0.1mg/week 26/1/2024 10 mg (journey halfway). 14/7/2024 8.4 mg No supplements, strict diet Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 16 Author Share Posted July 16 Evening update: bad symptoms again hitting from 4pm ish to 6:30pm now and still having off and on spells of nausea, light headedness, a full weird feeling in my ears and head, like my head is almost on a balloon, eyes feel strange, throat tightness. This started before I made dinner and continued after. Neck feels strange too, these symptoms come and go throughout the day just like that but seem to be worse in the evening. (I had similar symptoms while I was on my full 20mg) I wonder if some of these are also poop out symptoms or tolerance? Could I have been in withdrawals last year and not known it? Because some of these symptoms are similar to what I have experienced before. But 110% more intense. @Sebas 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Moderator Catwoman73 Posted July 17 Moderator Share Posted July 17 How are you feeling this morning @Schmeg82??? 1 1995- 2007- On and off multiple antidepressants (Prozac, Paxil, Effexor, Wellbutrin, escitalopram). Memory poor- can’t remember dates. Always tapered fast or CT. 2007- tapered Wellbutrin, zopiclone and escitalopram over one month to get pregnant. Withdrawal hell for many years. 2009- Daughter born 🥰 Post partum depression/psychosis- no meds taken. 2016- Back on escitalopram due to job change/anxiety 2022- Severe covid infection- Diagnosed with long covid 08/22. 2023- 01/23- Long term disability approved for long covid. Started taper under MD advice from 20mg: 11/23- 15mg. 2024- March-10mg. Started low dose naltrexone for long covid-5mg- terrible reaction, reduced to 0.5mg. April- 10mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 1- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 15- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. June 12- 8.5mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 8- Brassmonkey micro taper started. 8.4mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 15- 8.3mg esc, 1.5mg LDN. July 18 8.3mg esc, 2.0mg LDN, July 22 8.2mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. July 29 8.1mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 24- 8.0mg Esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 30 7.9mg esc. Sept. 6 7.8mg esc. Sept. 13 7.7mg esc. Supplements/other meds: Vitamin D, B12, Claritin, HRT PLEASE DO NOT PM ME! FEEL ONLY TAG ME FOR URGENT QUESTIONS! Thank you! I am not a doctor. I don't even play one on TV. This is not medical advice, but based on personal experience. Please consult a medical professional. Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 17 Author Share Posted July 17 56 minutes ago, Catwoman73 said: How are you feeling this morning @Schmeg82??? Very rough. Feel like a wobbly like a newborn baby deer today. Very weak, off balance, dizzy, eyes bad. Going to try and nap. Had a terrible night with bad nightmares. Sat outside in the sun until it got to hot earlier. Just very weak and shaky today. I don’t get it, just keep getting worse 😞 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Moderator Catwoman73 Posted July 17 Moderator Share Posted July 17 I'm so sorry to hear that. 🥲 When was your last window? Sometimes it's helpful to read your symptom journal back to that time, just to know that windows do happen. It can be hard to remember that when you're feeling so rough. Just keep saying- it's only a wave, and it will pass! Because waves always do. ❤️🩹 1995- 2007- On and off multiple antidepressants (Prozac, Paxil, Effexor, Wellbutrin, escitalopram). Memory poor- can’t remember dates. Always tapered fast or CT. 2007- tapered Wellbutrin, zopiclone and escitalopram over one month to get pregnant. Withdrawal hell for many years. 2009- Daughter born 🥰 Post partum depression/psychosis- no meds taken. 2016- Back on escitalopram due to job change/anxiety 2022- Severe covid infection- Diagnosed with long covid 08/22. 2023- 01/23- Long term disability approved for long covid. Started taper under MD advice from 20mg: 11/23- 15mg. 2024- March-10mg. Started low dose naltrexone for long covid-5mg- terrible reaction, reduced to 0.5mg. April- 10mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 1- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 15- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. June 12- 8.5mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 8- Brassmonkey micro taper started. 8.4mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 15- 8.3mg esc, 1.5mg LDN. July 18 8.3mg esc, 2.0mg LDN, July 22 8.2mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. July 29 8.1mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 24- 8.0mg Esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 30 7.9mg esc. Sept. 6 7.8mg esc. Sept. 13 7.7mg esc. Supplements/other meds: Vitamin D, B12, Claritin, HRT PLEASE DO NOT PM ME! FEEL ONLY TAG ME FOR URGENT QUESTIONS! Thank you! I am not a doctor. I don't even play one on TV. This is not medical advice, but based on personal experience. Please consult a medical professional. Link to comment
Sebas Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 On 7/12/2024 at 9:24 PM, Schmeg82 said: I’ve actually had a few good days in a row, mostly my mood & energy levels have been better. I have been able to spend more time at my barn tending to horses band stalls without feeling super unwell. I only had a few dizzy spells that didn’t last super long yesterday. I’m not quite as weak/lethargic as I’ve been either. I’ve also been way more relaxed at home and before bed which is usually when I’m the worst. Here's last windows⬆️ 46 years old male job in spatial planning into sports, animals and nature Started using 20 mg Paroxetine (Paxil) in 2004 for stressrelated anxiety/depression Attempted several times to stop, starting a few years after 2004 Found out in 2015 about paxil withdrawal symptoms and the 5-10% taper guideline Started using liquid paxil in 2015/2016 2018 --> 11.2 mg of paxil 2019-2023 developed severe food- and other sensitivities (anti imflammatory, anti oxidant, food colourings, oils, herbs, chemicals etc.) 12/2023 Had been building up for 4 years to Poop-out/tolerance, introducing brassmonkey slide method 0.1mg/week 26/1/2024 10 mg (journey halfway). 14/7/2024 8.4 mg No supplements, strict diet Link to comment
Sebas Posted July 17 Share Posted July 17 On 7/15/2024 at 5:45 PM, Schmeg82 said: I have a couple friends on the same timeline as me as far as WD and reinstating that are also struggling hard. I have read a lot on forums and FB where people say months 6-9 can be the worst in withdrawal and I’m in month 7, is there any specific reason for this? I seem to just be getting worse as time goes by. 😔 Remember you were probably in poop out, this means you are reinstating to a drug which had been loosing efficacy. In time this may be an advantage since tapering from poop out manifests in a different way. Like @Catwoman73 said recovery can be analyzed by course of windows which provide insight to new baseline. Give it some more time and manage triggers. Tryptofaan for example can really mess up stability. Bye Sebas 46 years old male job in spatial planning into sports, animals and nature Started using 20 mg Paroxetine (Paxil) in 2004 for stressrelated anxiety/depression Attempted several times to stop, starting a few years after 2004 Found out in 2015 about paxil withdrawal symptoms and the 5-10% taper guideline Started using liquid paxil in 2015/2016 2018 --> 11.2 mg of paxil 2019-2023 developed severe food- and other sensitivities (anti imflammatory, anti oxidant, food colourings, oils, herbs, chemicals etc.) 12/2023 Had been building up for 4 years to Poop-out/tolerance, introducing brassmonkey slide method 0.1mg/week 26/1/2024 10 mg (journey halfway). 14/7/2024 8.4 mg No supplements, strict diet Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 17 Author Share Posted July 17 3 hours ago, Catwoman73 said: I'm so sorry to hear that. 🥲 When was your last window? Sometimes it's helpful to read your symptom journal back to that time, just to know that windows do happen. It can be hard to remember that when you're feeling so rough. Just keep saying- it's only a wave, and it will pass! Because waves always do. ❤️🩹 I’m trying, it’s hard when I can barely walk and function. I haven’t been this bad yet all year, I’m trying to stay positive and praying it will pass soon. Thanks for checking on me💕 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 17 Author Share Posted July 17 23 minutes ago, Sebas said: Remember you were probably in poop out, this means you are reinstating to a drug which had been loosing efficacy. In time this may be an advantage since tapering from poop out manifests in a different way. Like @Catwoman73 said recovery can be analyzed by course of windows which provide insight to new baseline. Give it some more time and manage triggers. Tryptofaan for example can really mess up stability. Bye Sebas Thank you, can you elaborate on why tapering from poop out manifests in a different way? If I’m in poop out will I get windows again? Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Sebas Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 8 hours ago, Schmeg82 said: Thank you, can you elaborate on why tapering from poop out manifests in a different way? If I’m in poop out will I get windows again? Yes you will get windows again. To go short tapering from Poop out is different cause by making small cuts you actually provide relief whereas normally it's the other way around. Still you have to manage very carefully. Also see ⬇️ 46 years old male job in spatial planning into sports, animals and nature Started using 20 mg Paroxetine (Paxil) in 2004 for stressrelated anxiety/depression Attempted several times to stop, starting a few years after 2004 Found out in 2015 about paxil withdrawal symptoms and the 5-10% taper guideline Started using liquid paxil in 2015/2016 2018 --> 11.2 mg of paxil 2019-2023 developed severe food- and other sensitivities (anti imflammatory, anti oxidant, food colourings, oils, herbs, chemicals etc.) 12/2023 Had been building up for 4 years to Poop-out/tolerance, introducing brassmonkey slide method 0.1mg/week 26/1/2024 10 mg (journey halfway). 14/7/2024 8.4 mg No supplements, strict diet Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 18 Author Share Posted July 18 8 hours ago, Sebas said: Yes you will get windows again. To go short tapering from Poop out is different cause by making small cuts you actually provide relief whereas normally it's the other way around. Still you have to manage very carefully. Also see ⬇️ Thank you for elaborating that, gives me a little hope for more relief one day Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 18 Author Share Posted July 18 Wednesday (I think) maybe it’s Thursday, July something towards the middle end (lol) loosing track of days, 2024. last night was awful, I was SO overwhelmed and over stimulated I couldn’t even enjoy dinner with my husband and step son. My poor husband was trying to tell me about his day and I couldn’t even look or focus on him, all I could do was concentrate on eating so I could finish and rush to my bedroom and shut off the lights. That’s an AWFUL feeling, and I don’t want him to think I don’t want to be there spending time with them or listening to them. When he came to bed I was still very overstimulated, his phone videos and noises really bothered me, I had to put my AirPods in and listen to nighttime meditation, which was hard to even concentrate on. I finally was tired enough to doze off but I woke at 2am and then 5am with morning anxiety, burning feet and racy, oh and drenched in sweat again. I fell back asleep until 8am, I knew I needed to get up and feed horses, I was happy to get up and hopefully waste some of the negative energy. I cleaned the whole barn with more energy then I’ve had lately which was a good thing, I’m not nearly as lethargic as I was. I didn’t have dizzy spells but my vision is still very much off. Afterwards I sat soaking wet on the barn bench (it’s 500 degrees with 1000 degree humidity down here even at 9am) to cool down and I opened my prayer app, listened to my daily scripture and prayed my prayers for myself and all of us suffering. fingers crossed the rest of the day isn’t as torturous as yesterday. Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Moderator Catwoman73 Posted July 18 Moderator Share Posted July 18 I'm so sorry you continue to struggle through this wave, schmeg82! You are around the dreaded 6 month mark since you became destabilized in January/February, which may very well explain the uptick in symptoms. Continue to be gentle with yourself. You are doing everything right- continuing to work on meditation, prayer, prioritizing sleep, etc. You can do this! There are better times ahead! 1995- 2007- On and off multiple antidepressants (Prozac, Paxil, Effexor, Wellbutrin, escitalopram). Memory poor- can’t remember dates. Always tapered fast or CT. 2007- tapered Wellbutrin, zopiclone and escitalopram over one month to get pregnant. Withdrawal hell for many years. 2009- Daughter born 🥰 Post partum depression/psychosis- no meds taken. 2016- Back on escitalopram due to job change/anxiety 2022- Severe covid infection- Diagnosed with long covid 08/22. 2023- 01/23- Long term disability approved for long covid. Started taper under MD advice from 20mg: 11/23- 15mg. 2024- March-10mg. Started low dose naltrexone for long covid-5mg- terrible reaction, reduced to 0.5mg. April- 10mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 1- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 15- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. June 12- 8.5mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 8- Brassmonkey micro taper started. 8.4mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 15- 8.3mg esc, 1.5mg LDN. July 18 8.3mg esc, 2.0mg LDN, July 22 8.2mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. July 29 8.1mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 24- 8.0mg Esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 30 7.9mg esc. Sept. 6 7.8mg esc. Sept. 13 7.7mg esc. Supplements/other meds: Vitamin D, B12, Claritin, HRT PLEASE DO NOT PM ME! FEEL ONLY TAG ME FOR URGENT QUESTIONS! Thank you! I am not a doctor. I don't even play one on TV. This is not medical advice, but based on personal experience. Please consult a medical professional. Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 18 Author Share Posted July 18 10 minutes ago, Catwoman73 said: I'm so sorry you continue to struggle through this wave, schmeg82! You are around the dreaded 6 month mark since you became destabilized in January/February, which may very well explain the uptick in symptoms. Continue to be gentle with yourself. You are doing everything right- continuing to work on meditation, prayer, prioritizing sleep, etc. You can do this! There are better times ahead! I have seen this so much, that 6-9 months have an uptick in symptoms and I wonder if there’s scientific reasoning as to why because this seems quite anecdotal to not be true. Of course in the back of my mind I’m always resonating that my updose has caused these symptoms and I need to come off the drug faster but I’m trying to calm myself and keep holding for a while. I’ve definitely found tools to help and continue to seek tools to cope during this long grueling process. Thanks for checking on me again! 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Moderator Catwoman73 Posted July 18 Moderator Share Posted July 18 You're doing great, Schmeg82. You really are! Watch some of Angie Peacock's recovery interviews on Youtube- those get me through my hardest days. I know I'll be watching today lol... I'm in a bad way today too. You spoke about your husband above- is he supportive? Does he understand how painful this has been for you? If so, I wouldn't worry about not being very engaged at dinner time- I'm sure he would just want you to take care of yourself, and do what you need to do. Just keep those lines of communication open. I have found this whole mess has brought my husband and I closer together- one of those very strange silver lining things that has come out of this. 1 1995- 2007- On and off multiple antidepressants (Prozac, Paxil, Effexor, Wellbutrin, escitalopram). Memory poor- can’t remember dates. Always tapered fast or CT. 2007- tapered Wellbutrin, zopiclone and escitalopram over one month to get pregnant. Withdrawal hell for many years. 2009- Daughter born 🥰 Post partum depression/psychosis- no meds taken. 2016- Back on escitalopram due to job change/anxiety 2022- Severe covid infection- Diagnosed with long covid 08/22. 2023- 01/23- Long term disability approved for long covid. Started taper under MD advice from 20mg: 11/23- 15mg. 2024- March-10mg. Started low dose naltrexone for long covid-5mg- terrible reaction, reduced to 0.5mg. April- 10mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 1- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 15- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. June 12- 8.5mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 8- Brassmonkey micro taper started. 8.4mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 15- 8.3mg esc, 1.5mg LDN. July 18 8.3mg esc, 2.0mg LDN, July 22 8.2mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. July 29 8.1mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 24- 8.0mg Esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 30 7.9mg esc. Sept. 6 7.8mg esc. Sept. 13 7.7mg esc. Supplements/other meds: Vitamin D, B12, Claritin, HRT PLEASE DO NOT PM ME! FEEL ONLY TAG ME FOR URGENT QUESTIONS! Thank you! I am not a doctor. I don't even play one on TV. This is not medical advice, but based on personal experience. Please consult a medical professional. Link to comment
ShantyO7 Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 15 minutes ago, Catwoman73 said: I have found this whole mess has brought my husband and I closer together- one of those very strange silver lining things that has come out of this. We have noticed this for us as well which is nice considering the circumstances. 1 Cymbalta - 2005-2008 - quit CT with no issues 2008-2013 - on and off Fluoxetine with no issues Fluoxetine - January 2013 - October 2016 Switched to Cymbalta - October 2016 Quit Cymbalta CT - January 26, 2017 -9 1/2 months of WD Fluoxetine & Gabapentin - February 2017 Slow taper of Gabapentin - May 2017 Taper Fluoxetine 20mg to 5mg - September 2023 - January 2024 (now I know too fast) Last 5mg dose of Fluoxetine - January 31, 2024 (now I know considered CT) WD started February 7, 2024 *Reinstated .1ml Fluoxetine 6/11/24, .2ml 6/18, .3ml 6/25, .4ml 7/8, .5ml 7/15 - symptoms increased went back down to .4ml 7/20 - holding WD symptoms: nausea and insomnia are the worst, bouts of anxiety, depression, fear/dread, emotional and lots of crying, loss of appetite, lost a lot of weight, constipation, sensitive teeth, hair falling out, sensitive to noise, body aches and pains/sciatica, dry mouth, Vagus nerve dysfunction, blurred vision, weird feeling like my shirt is choking me even though it's nowhere near my throat, acid reflux, chemical/metallic taste in my mouth, lump in my throat feeling, pins and needles sensations, tingling in my back, air hunger, akathisia, yawning and the tinny feeling doesn't go away Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 18 Author Share Posted July 18 2 hours ago, Catwoman73 said: You're doing great, Schmeg82. You really are! Watch some of Angie Peacock's recovery interviews on Youtube- those get me through my hardest days. I know I'll be watching today lol... I'm in a bad way today too. You spoke about your husband above- is he supportive? Does he understand how painful this has been for you? If so, I wouldn't worry about not being very engaged at dinner time- I'm sure he would just want you to take care of yourself, and do what you need to do. Just keep those lines of communication open. I have found this whole mess has brought my husband and I closer together- one of those very strange silver lining things that has come out of this. He knows I’m going through something that’s for sure, I don’t tell him every little symptom especially the mental ones or every time I’m having symptoms but he can tell usually. He’s never had anxiety or depression issues so it’s harder for him to understand that’s why I keep to myself and talk to my withdrawal friends or therapists instead. However he is very supportive of me not working and just taking care of myself right now. I’m very blessed to be in this situation with him as I’ve seen others who had no one and lost a lot. I will say I’m sad I’ve finally decided to not work and that was depressing. it’s also been a big relief because my job was pretty stressful and my clients were relying on me and right now I just can’t tell them when I’ll be back or schedule appointments. After nearly 20 years of doing hair I was sort of ready for a change of scenery anyway, but it’s still sad my little business is done. Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
LostInCanada Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 7 minutes ago, Schmeg82 said: it’s still sad my little business is done. It's okay to mourn the things we have lost. Then we can move on to reshape life as we know it now. ♥️ I am not a medical professional. My comments are based on my personal experience and information on this site. 2016-twice weekly for a couple months-oxazepam 10 mg sleep/ 2020-22-once a week 3.75-7.5 mg for sleep/20 yr+ Paroxetine/ Dec2018-May 2022 20 mg/ May 2022 30mg/2022.07.28-2022.08.24 30mg to 0mg/ August 24-29 2022 10mg Prozac/2022.11.28-2022.12.04- 5mg Paroxetine/Dec 5&6/22 10mg Paroxetine/ Dec 8&9/22 10mg Prozac/ 2022.12.07 to 2023.07.01 5mg Paroxetine TAPER 23.07.02-58mgpw/4.9mgai/ 23.07.21-4.8 mg/23.07.28-4.73 mg/23.08.04-4.65 mg/21.09.23-4.58 mg/27.10.23-4.56 mg/5.12.23-4.54 mg/2.1.24-4.52 mg/9.1.24-4.51 mg/17.1.24-4.49 mg/26.1.24-4.47 mg/6.2.24-4.46 mg/19.2.24-4.44mg /4.4.24-4.43mg/28.4.24-4.4mg/5.5.24-4.39 mg/19.5.24-4.36 mg/2.7.24-4.34 mg/9.7.24-4.32 mg/7.31.24-4.3 mg 8am-probiotics/9am-paroxetine, 200mg mag bisglycinate/ 1000mg Vitamin D/5pm-75 mg DGL/200mg calcium citrate/0.25 mcg melatonin nightly "... your strength will be in keeping calm..."-Isaiah 30:15 Link to comment
AAOffZ Posted July 18 Share Posted July 18 27 minutes ago, Schmeg82 said: but it’s still sad my little business is done. I feel you here. When I had to stop doing photography, I felt very very sad. But great relief at the same time. It was very high stress. And the lack of set hours I think it was got me into this mess last year as it is. I never had a break. I was at the mercy of clients contacting me all day long. Zoloft 25 mg (Jan 2016) 50 mg (Feb 2016) Off Zoloft for second pregnancy (2019) Back to Zoloft 75 mg (Sept 2019) Down to 25 mg for third pregnancy (2020) 50-> 75 mg ->100 mg (Jan 2023) Felt good for long while so reduced to 75 (Nov 2023). Back up to 100 after some symptoms of anxiety (Dec 2023) 125 (Dec 2023) didn’t help so->150 (Feb 2024) Horrible reaction (almost psychosis) Doc suggested lowering Z and adding buspar. Started 2.5 mg 3x per day same day at going down to 125 mg Z. then to 100 a week later. Found SA, stopped the madness. (April 2024) 87.5 mg (August 31, 2024) 84.6 mg (Current: Natural Calm: 200 mg per day in water, 0.5 mg melatonin) Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 18 Author Share Posted July 18 28 minutes ago, LostInCanada said: It's okay to mourn the things we have lost. Then we can move on to reshape life as we know it now. ♥️ I’m mourning it but I’m also hoping that this was just not my career for the rest of my life, it’s very hard on my body anyway. But I had a really good business and was very very busy. I can always go back if it’s Gods will. Thank you 2 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 18 Author Share Posted July 18 10 minutes ago, AAOffZ said: I feel you here. When I had to stop doing photography, I felt very very sad. But great relief at the same time. It was very high stress. And the lack of set hours I think it was got me into this mess last year as it is. I never had a break. I was at the mercy of clients contacting me all day long. Exactly this! And I’m the type that wouldn’t say no if someone wanted me to stay late or work an extra day, so at least we can solely focus on our healing! 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Xcaretuk Posted July 19 Share Posted July 19 7 hours ago, Schmeg82 said: Exactly this! And I’m the type that wouldn’t say no if someone wanted me to stay late or work an extra day, so at least we can solely focus on our healing! Hi lovely, There is no way I could work at the moment but I am very lucky that I had just retired before this all kicked off. I wouldn’t mind a Principal at my last school recently offered me my dream job on a part time basis which I may have considered had this not occurred. However it’s not that important to me anymore, I would rather spend time with my family. If that’s one thing this has taught me is that there is nothing more precious than your health, faith, family, my dog and the simple things in life. 😘 1 1998(approx.) 20mg Paroxetine, 1998 -2015 various unsuccessful tapers, 2015 app 6 month taper to 0, 2015 approx 6 months later reinstated original brand after debilitating neurological delayed WD symptoms. Made worse after surgery.2023 Famotidine, Cetirizine, New Generic, muscle relaxer. March/April19th June, 2023 - 23rd July, 2023: Paroxetine Dosage reduced from 20mg to 15mg (on 15mg for 35 days), no significant symptoms. 24th July, 2023 - 26th July, 2023: Paroxetine Dosage reduced from 15mg to 12.5mg (on 12.5mg for 3 days), no significant symptoms. 27th July, 2023 - 3rd September, 2023: Paroxetine Dosage reduced from 12.5mg to 10mg (on 10mg for 39 days), no significant symptoms. 4th September, 2023 - 15th September, 2023: Paroxetine Dosage reduced from 10mg to 5mg i.e. 10mg every other day (on 5mg for 12 days), although not noted, must have experienced some symptoms, as I decided to return to previous 10mg dosage on the 16th September. 16th September, 2023 - 25th November, 2023: Dosage increased from 5mg to 10mg i.e. 10mg every day (on 10mg for 71 days), symptoms start dates: Late September sweating, shaking and right side upper back pain., 5th October 23: Upper back pain worsening,21st Oct 23: Night time symptoms: insomnia, nausea, sweats, headaches, some anxiety (predominantly in the mornings)27th Oct 23 admitted to hospital with 1st hypertensive crisis with severe frontal headache (now suspected of withdrawal ) BP 225/115. Admitted twice more with high BP . Doctors at a loss for cause. Given anti nausea, anti anxiety and sleeping tabs in hospital. . 1st Nov 23: , heart palpitations, some anxiety.. 7th Nov 23: Anxiety was now becoming more frequent (not severe). 26th November, 2023 Dosage increased from 10mg to 20mg possibly first time taking 20 mg of Extine, new manufacturer. Approx around this time came of antihistamines . 3rd Dec 23 - 18th Dec, 23: Started taking 7.5mg - 15mg of Oxazepam when anxiety became unbearable only took 8 in total now stopped. Symptoms now more severe have head pain rather than headache. .Electrical shocks through body overnight accompanied by head pain. Sheer terror,. Sore eyes. 23rd Dec 23: All symptoms remain the same i.e. severe except for the last 2 days where my anxiety levels have not been as severe/ extreme and somewhat manageable (later in the day).22 Jan 24 Have some windows now but still suffering from all day head pain, upper back pain, waking up inner restlessness and terror , nausea, intermittent feelings of fear and wake up 12.30 am every morning and sometimes up to 3 times a night with weird tingling down arms and back, pounding heart head pain and nausea. 2nd March 24, head pain/eye pain everyday and all day and & night wake ups.. Mild Akathisia early morning,, upper back pain, sweats. Anxiety much better. 21st April 24, drop 2.25% drop to 19.5 mg to test help with head /eye nerve pain and new symptom tinnitus. 12/5/24 19mg still eye/head/ back pain. Mild AKA AM. 2/6/24 18.93mg 9/8/24 18.04mg, 16/8/24 18mg, Link to comment
Moderator Catwoman73 Posted July 19 Moderator Share Posted July 19 7 hours ago, Schmeg82 said: I will say I’m sad I’ve finally decided to not work and that was depressing. it’s also been a big relief because my job was pretty stressful and my clients were relying on me and right now I just can’t tell them when I’ll be back or schedule appointments. After nearly 20 years of doing hair I was sort of ready for a change of scenery anyway, but it’s still sad my little business is done. This was a tough pill for me to swallow too. I've completely lost my career- I've been off long enough now that I would have to do extensive training to go back to my former job (I was a respiratory therapist), and I don't love it enough to even bother. So if I'm ever well enough to work again, I have no clue what I'm going to do. Once I wrapped my head around it though, I realized what a wonderful opportunity this is. I can get my head on straight, really focus on therapy and dealing with past traumas, develop some coping skills that I never learned when I was younger. And now I'm home with my daughter as she grows up, and because my stress levels are so much lower, I'm a much better wife and mom. I did mourn the loss of my career, even though I never really enjoyed it, but once I found that silver lining, I was ok. And you will be, too. Sending hugs!!!❤️ 1 1995- 2007- On and off multiple antidepressants (Prozac, Paxil, Effexor, Wellbutrin, escitalopram). Memory poor- can’t remember dates. Always tapered fast or CT. 2007- tapered Wellbutrin, zopiclone and escitalopram over one month to get pregnant. Withdrawal hell for many years. 2009- Daughter born 🥰 Post partum depression/psychosis- no meds taken. 2016- Back on escitalopram due to job change/anxiety 2022- Severe covid infection- Diagnosed with long covid 08/22. 2023- 01/23- Long term disability approved for long covid. Started taper under MD advice from 20mg: 11/23- 15mg. 2024- March-10mg. Started low dose naltrexone for long covid-5mg- terrible reaction, reduced to 0.5mg. April- 10mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 1- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 15- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. June 12- 8.5mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 8- Brassmonkey micro taper started. 8.4mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 15- 8.3mg esc, 1.5mg LDN. July 18 8.3mg esc, 2.0mg LDN, July 22 8.2mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. July 29 8.1mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 24- 8.0mg Esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 30 7.9mg esc. Sept. 6 7.8mg esc. Sept. 13 7.7mg esc. Supplements/other meds: Vitamin D, B12, Claritin, HRT PLEASE DO NOT PM ME! FEEL ONLY TAG ME FOR URGENT QUESTIONS! Thank you! I am not a doctor. I don't even play one on TV. This is not medical advice, but based on personal experience. Please consult a medical professional. Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 19 Author Share Posted July 19 11 hours ago, Xcaretuk said: Hi lovely, There is no way I could work at the moment but I am very lucky that I had just retired before this all kicked off. I wouldn’t mind a Principal at my last school recently offered me my dream job on a part time basis which I may have considered had this not occurred. However it’s not that important to me anymore, I would rather spend time with my family. If that’s one thing this has taught me is that there is nothing more precious than your health, faith, family, my dog and the simple things in life. 😘 I’m glad you have all of that, I have read stories of people who don’t have family support and have lost so much I’m so thankful that we have great families and husbands to help us through this, to keep us fed, and have A roof over our heads, that’s one huge thing I’m Greatful for. My husband is not a home body but lately we’ve been spending a lot more time eating at home and having more family time. I have 2 French bull dogs whom I adore and I do try and walk them when my body permits me to. I’m definitely doing a lot of soul searching, finding out who my friends are - making new friends, and educating myself on this awful situation as much as I can. I’m glad to have you and the rest of my friends to lean on in these tough times! 2 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 19 Author Share Posted July 19 11 hours ago, Catwoman73 said: This was a tough pill for me to swallow too. I've completely lost my career- I've been off long enough now that I would have to do extensive training to go back to my former job (I was a respiratory therapist), and I don't love it enough to even bother. So if I'm ever well enough to work again, I have no clue what I'm going to do. Once I wrapped my head around it though, I realized what a wonderful opportunity this is. I can get my head on straight, really focus on therapy and dealing with past traumas, develop some coping skills that I never learned when I was younger. And now I'm home with my daughter as she grows up, and because my stress levels are so much lower, I'm a much better wife and mom. I did mourn the loss of my career, even though I never really enjoyed it, but once I found that silver lining, I was ok. And you will be, too. Sending hugs!!!❤️ I had been kind of searching for new careers before this happened anyway, it’s just very quick and easy money (good money here) but supplies are so expensive now it’s almost not worth it to run your own business. I’m sad but I needed to do this in order to really heal and not stress about when I’d be back since people were waiting and relying on me. I definitely want to work again when I’m well, I’m going stir crazy at home. I’m glad you get to spend time with your daughter and watch her grow that’s so important! Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 19 Author Share Posted July 19 July something again (18,19?) days still running together. But this is time passing so that’s good right? Healing! I went to bed so early last night I have been absolutely exhausted, I slept very well also, no crazy morning anxiety but I did wake up soaked again. Feeding horses and doing barn chores was a huge challenge this morning, I again, felt like a newborn baby deer, wobbling my way around until I just couldn’t anymore. The fatigue is awful and I’m wondering if my iron and b12 have dropped further (I’m anemic as well) or if this is just a withdrawal symptom. I’m so tired of going to doctors I’ve taken a break from going and just giving it to God at this point. I had bloodwork done a few months ago, my b12 was very low and iron was the usual low but I not supplemented either of these lately. However they were low before withdrawal and I never felt this bad. (My b12 was higher though) I’ve been eating b12 and iron rich foods but my vitamins still get depleted somehow. Either way I believe this is withdrawal. I’m hoping for a relaxing day and maybe a nap later. 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
Moderator Catwoman73 Posted July 19 Moderator Share Posted July 19 2 hours ago, Schmeg82 said: I had been kind of searching for new careers before this happened anyway, it’s just very quick and easy money (good money here) but supplies are so expensive now it’s almost not worth it to run your own business. I’m sad but I needed to do this in order to really heal and not stress about when I’d be back since people were waiting and relying on me. I definitely want to work again when I’m well, I’m going stir crazy at home. I’m glad you get to spend time with your daughter and watch her grow that’s so important! I've been searching for new careers since I started this one, 25 years ago lol! I have never liked what I did for a living. But I was so terrified of making a change, that I just stayed. I have spent lots of time in regret over that lol! There's no point looking back though- I need to stay present right now to support my healing journey. Personally, I have absolutely zero problems with never working again- at least in the traditional sense. I would really like to do something for money that brings me joy- I would love to teach yoga, or dance, or do some freelance writing. I'm fortunate that I can start collecting a pretty good pension in 3 1/2 years. I'm hoping I'm well enough by then to perhaps pursue something new in retirement! 2 hours ago, Schmeg82 said: July something again (18,19?) days still running together. But this is time passing so that’s good right? Healing! I went to bed so early last night I have been absolutely exhausted, I slept very well also, no crazy morning anxiety but I did wake up soaked again. Feeding horses and doing barn chores was a huge challenge this morning, I again, felt like a newborn baby deer, wobbling my way around until I just couldn’t anymore. The fatigue is awful and I’m wondering if my iron and b12 have dropped further (I’m anemic as well) or if this is just a withdrawal symptom. I’m so tired of going to doctors I’ve taken a break from going and just giving it to God at this point. I had bloodwork done a few months ago, my b12 was very low and iron was the usual low but I not supplemented either of these lately. However they were low before withdrawal and I never felt this bad. (My b12 was higher though) I’ve been eating b12 and iron rich foods but my vitamins still get depleted somehow. Either way I believe this is withdrawal. I’m hoping for a relaxing day and maybe a nap later. I'm very glad you slept well! That's a victory. I go through periods of feeling incredibly weak and shaky too. Just move slowly through your day, and make sure you are getting enough calories and staying hydrated. Definitely take that nap too! Maybe your body isn't absorbing nutrients well because your gut is damaged from the Paxil? That's my best guess. Hopefully, as you start to taper off, you'll see some improvements with that issue. 1995- 2007- On and off multiple antidepressants (Prozac, Paxil, Effexor, Wellbutrin, escitalopram). Memory poor- can’t remember dates. Always tapered fast or CT. 2007- tapered Wellbutrin, zopiclone and escitalopram over one month to get pregnant. Withdrawal hell for many years. 2009- Daughter born 🥰 Post partum depression/psychosis- no meds taken. 2016- Back on escitalopram due to job change/anxiety 2022- Severe covid infection- Diagnosed with long covid 08/22. 2023- 01/23- Long term disability approved for long covid. Started taper under MD advice from 20mg: 11/23- 15mg. 2024- March-10mg. Started low dose naltrexone for long covid-5mg- terrible reaction, reduced to 0.5mg. April- 10mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 1- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.0mg LDN. May 15- 9.0mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. June 12- 8.5mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 8- Brassmonkey micro taper started. 8.4mg escitalopram, 1.5mg LDN. July 15- 8.3mg esc, 1.5mg LDN. July 18 8.3mg esc, 2.0mg LDN, July 22 8.2mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. July 29 8.1mg esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 24- 8.0mg Esc. 2.0mg LDN. Aug. 30 7.9mg esc. Sept. 6 7.8mg esc. Sept. 13 7.7mg esc. Supplements/other meds: Vitamin D, B12, Claritin, HRT PLEASE DO NOT PM ME! FEEL ONLY TAG ME FOR URGENT QUESTIONS! Thank you! I am not a doctor. I don't even play one on TV. This is not medical advice, but based on personal experience. Please consult a medical professional. Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 19 Author Share Posted July 19 4 hours ago, Catwoman73 said: I've been searching for new careers since I started this one, 25 years ago lol! I have never liked what I did for a living. But I was so terrified of making a change, that I just stayed. I have spent lots of time in regret over that lol! There's no point looking back though- I need to stay present right now to support my healing journey. Personally, I have absolutely zero problems with never working again- at least in the traditional sense. I would really like to do something for money that brings me joy- I would love to teach yoga, or dance, or do some freelance writing. I'm fortunate that I can start collecting a pretty good pension in 3 1/2 years. I'm hoping I'm well enough by then to perhaps pursue something new in retirement! I'm very glad you slept well! That's a victory. I go through periods of feeling incredibly weak and shaky too. Just move slowly through your day, and make sure you are getting enough calories and staying hydrated. Definitely take that nap too! Maybe your body isn't absorbing nutrients well because your gut is damaged from the Paxil? That's my best guess. Hopefully, as you start to taper off, you'll see some improvements with that issue. I would probably have zero issues with working again if I had a more productive life but right now I go to my barn and back home every day and that’s it. Hopefully I’ll feel better soon and be able to go out and do more things. This wave is awful. I’m sure Paxil had ruined my gut, I’m just hoping my body is absorbing some of the good nutrition I’ve been eating so I don’t have to go back on my supplements. I’ve been sitting outside every morning trying to get some sun, but it’s way too hot to stay out there right now. My vision issues have not subsided at all, they are constant 24-7 I pray every day this symptom will ease up. I have laid down a lot today because I’ve been so tired but just can’t seem to fall asleep. I did some reading though and was able to concentrate on my fiction novel. I watched some TV and wasn’t over stimulated or sick so that’s a small win. I’m praying for an easier evening as well. 🙏🏼 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
LostInCanada Posted July 19 Share Posted July 19 4 minutes ago, Schmeg82 said: I watched some TV and wasn’t over stimulated or sick so that’s a small win. Have to grab those wins when they come.♥️🙏 I am not a medical professional. My comments are based on my personal experience and information on this site. 2016-twice weekly for a couple months-oxazepam 10 mg sleep/ 2020-22-once a week 3.75-7.5 mg for sleep/20 yr+ Paroxetine/ Dec2018-May 2022 20 mg/ May 2022 30mg/2022.07.28-2022.08.24 30mg to 0mg/ August 24-29 2022 10mg Prozac/2022.11.28-2022.12.04- 5mg Paroxetine/Dec 5&6/22 10mg Paroxetine/ Dec 8&9/22 10mg Prozac/ 2022.12.07 to 2023.07.01 5mg Paroxetine TAPER 23.07.02-58mgpw/4.9mgai/ 23.07.21-4.8 mg/23.07.28-4.73 mg/23.08.04-4.65 mg/21.09.23-4.58 mg/27.10.23-4.56 mg/5.12.23-4.54 mg/2.1.24-4.52 mg/9.1.24-4.51 mg/17.1.24-4.49 mg/26.1.24-4.47 mg/6.2.24-4.46 mg/19.2.24-4.44mg /4.4.24-4.43mg/28.4.24-4.4mg/5.5.24-4.39 mg/19.5.24-4.36 mg/2.7.24-4.34 mg/9.7.24-4.32 mg/7.31.24-4.3 mg 8am-probiotics/9am-paroxetine, 200mg mag bisglycinate/ 1000mg Vitamin D/5pm-75 mg DGL/200mg calcium citrate/0.25 mcg melatonin nightly "... your strength will be in keeping calm..."-Isaiah 30:15 Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 19 Author Share Posted July 19 5 minutes ago, LostInCanada said: Have to grab those wins when they come.♥️🙏 Yes ma’am! Of course my choice of tv isn’t the best in withdrawal (I’m watching game of thrones). I should be watching feel good shows and movies instead I watch blood and gore but hey, it’s distracting! I hope you’re doing well today. 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
LostInCanada Posted July 19 Share Posted July 19 41 minutes ago, Schmeg82 said: should be watching feel good shows and movies Hello...yes lol. I would not be able to watch that! I struggle with having to follow any plot as well or having to actually listen. Unlike many on here who can listen to a guided meditation or eft or motivational anything, it makes me want to tell them to be quiet because it is annoying lol. That is my confession. 😂 2 I am not a medical professional. My comments are based on my personal experience and information on this site. 2016-twice weekly for a couple months-oxazepam 10 mg sleep/ 2020-22-once a week 3.75-7.5 mg for sleep/20 yr+ Paroxetine/ Dec2018-May 2022 20 mg/ May 2022 30mg/2022.07.28-2022.08.24 30mg to 0mg/ August 24-29 2022 10mg Prozac/2022.11.28-2022.12.04- 5mg Paroxetine/Dec 5&6/22 10mg Paroxetine/ Dec 8&9/22 10mg Prozac/ 2022.12.07 to 2023.07.01 5mg Paroxetine TAPER 23.07.02-58mgpw/4.9mgai/ 23.07.21-4.8 mg/23.07.28-4.73 mg/23.08.04-4.65 mg/21.09.23-4.58 mg/27.10.23-4.56 mg/5.12.23-4.54 mg/2.1.24-4.52 mg/9.1.24-4.51 mg/17.1.24-4.49 mg/26.1.24-4.47 mg/6.2.24-4.46 mg/19.2.24-4.44mg /4.4.24-4.43mg/28.4.24-4.4mg/5.5.24-4.39 mg/19.5.24-4.36 mg/2.7.24-4.34 mg/9.7.24-4.32 mg/7.31.24-4.3 mg 8am-probiotics/9am-paroxetine, 200mg mag bisglycinate/ 1000mg Vitamin D/5pm-75 mg DGL/200mg calcium citrate/0.25 mcg melatonin nightly "... your strength will be in keeping calm..."-Isaiah 30:15 Link to comment
Schmeg82 Posted July 19 Author Share Posted July 19 17 minutes ago, LostInCanada said: Hello...yes lol. I would not be able to watch that! I struggle with having to follow any plot as well or having to actually listen. Unlike many on here who can listen to a guided meditation or eft or motivational anything, it makes me want to tell them to be quiet because it is annoying lol. That is my confession. 😂 That’s to funny 😆 I started the series at the beginning of my withdrawal and I hate trying to find new shows or series to watch so here I am at the end of season 6 out of 8 seasons. I’m reading a 7 book fantasy series also (dragons and Faries ect) lately I haven’t been into it but I started again today. I can do the meditation at night before bed with ear phones in because if I don’t my husbands phone will make me want to throw it, I swear he’s going deaf. 1 Started tapering Paxil 20mg July/August 2023. Got to 5mg January 2024 and started to have vision issues from Withdrawal. February 2023 severe withdrawal issues started, reinstating to 10mg Tuesday March 5th. Plan on trying to stabilize at 10mg. 8/19/24 2% decrease 9.8mg 9/15/24 9mg (accidental 10% drop) Link to comment
LostInCanada Posted July 19 Share Posted July 19 25 minutes ago, Schmeg82 said: if I don’t my husbands phone will make me want to throw it, I swear he’s going deaf. Lolol...so many things annoy me now....I love silence...so weird 1 I am not a medical professional. My comments are based on my personal experience and information on this site. 2016-twice weekly for a couple months-oxazepam 10 mg sleep/ 2020-22-once a week 3.75-7.5 mg for sleep/20 yr+ Paroxetine/ Dec2018-May 2022 20 mg/ May 2022 30mg/2022.07.28-2022.08.24 30mg to 0mg/ August 24-29 2022 10mg Prozac/2022.11.28-2022.12.04- 5mg Paroxetine/Dec 5&6/22 10mg Paroxetine/ Dec 8&9/22 10mg Prozac/ 2022.12.07 to 2023.07.01 5mg Paroxetine TAPER 23.07.02-58mgpw/4.9mgai/ 23.07.21-4.8 mg/23.07.28-4.73 mg/23.08.04-4.65 mg/21.09.23-4.58 mg/27.10.23-4.56 mg/5.12.23-4.54 mg/2.1.24-4.52 mg/9.1.24-4.51 mg/17.1.24-4.49 mg/26.1.24-4.47 mg/6.2.24-4.46 mg/19.2.24-4.44mg /4.4.24-4.43mg/28.4.24-4.4mg/5.5.24-4.39 mg/19.5.24-4.36 mg/2.7.24-4.34 mg/9.7.24-4.32 mg/7.31.24-4.3 mg 8am-probiotics/9am-paroxetine, 200mg mag bisglycinate/ 1000mg Vitamin D/5pm-75 mg DGL/200mg calcium citrate/0.25 mcg melatonin nightly "... your strength will be in keeping calm..."-Isaiah 30:15 Link to comment
ShantyO7 Posted July 19 Share Posted July 19 47 minutes ago, LostInCanada said: it makes me want to tell them to be quiet because it is annoying lol. That is my confession. 😂 😂😂 1 Cymbalta - 2005-2008 - quit CT with no issues 2008-2013 - on and off Fluoxetine with no issues Fluoxetine - January 2013 - October 2016 Switched to Cymbalta - October 2016 Quit Cymbalta CT - January 26, 2017 -9 1/2 months of WD Fluoxetine & Gabapentin - February 2017 Slow taper of Gabapentin - May 2017 Taper Fluoxetine 20mg to 5mg - September 2023 - January 2024 (now I know too fast) Last 5mg dose of Fluoxetine - January 31, 2024 (now I know considered CT) WD started February 7, 2024 *Reinstated .1ml Fluoxetine 6/11/24, .2ml 6/18, .3ml 6/25, .4ml 7/8, .5ml 7/15 - symptoms increased went back down to .4ml 7/20 - holding WD symptoms: nausea and insomnia are the worst, bouts of anxiety, depression, fear/dread, emotional and lots of crying, loss of appetite, lost a lot of weight, constipation, sensitive teeth, hair falling out, sensitive to noise, body aches and pains/sciatica, dry mouth, Vagus nerve dysfunction, blurred vision, weird feeling like my shirt is choking me even though it's nowhere near my throat, acid reflux, chemical/metallic taste in my mouth, lump in my throat feeling, pins and needles sensations, tingling in my back, air hunger, akathisia, yawning and the tinny feeling doesn't go away Link to comment
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