Posted by PattyG on April 3, 2000, at 12:42:35
In reply to Serzone and weight loss and anger, posted by christine on April 1, 2000, at 21:45:21
(Christine)I've been on Paxil for 14 months perscribed for depression and post traumatic stress disorder. (My daughter
underwent open heart surgery at 2 days old and I started with OCD's; praying and constantly worring about her
health).Recently my husband and I decided to separate and I've become more depressed and have started to gain 20+
lbs. My Dr. changed my medication to Serzone approx 5 days ago.
I would assume if you are only now gaining weight (having been on Paxil for 14 months) that Paxil isn't the culprit. Your depression/anxiety would more than likely be the main factor. Did the doc change your AD only because of weight gain or a combination of things. And I agree with the suggestion to take an additive of some type on a short-term basis. Do you have any help with the care of your child? Any chance of being eligible for some respite care through insurance or Medicaid? You might check with the National, State, or local Heart Association and see how they might assist you. The number *one* rule for a caregiver is to take care of yourself. It is a *must* if you are to adequately care for someone who has special needs! If you're active in a church, perhaps your church family could help you through this particularly trying time? Please take care of yourself:)
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