Posted by Ella on May 19, 2000, at 12:20:57
In reply to Re: Celexa Dosage Increase, posted by harry b. on May 19, 2000, at 11:52:04
> > I have been on 20mg Celexa since 3/3/00. It worked great for a few weeks...but now I'm getting
> > more and more depressed, actually more on the 'irritable' / snappy side. Anyone experienced this?
> > If so, anyone benefit from an increased dosage?
>
> Anomie- I'm experiencing a similar result. I've
> been taking 20mg Celexa since the beginning of
> April. I was pleased with it's effect. My mood
> improved considerably, I was able to think more
> clearly, my thoughts, and reading and writing skills
> were becoming more focused. I was still very lethargic
> but with the improved mood I was able to take
> positive action and exercise each day. I was also
> able to get my butt out of bed in the morning
> instead of the afternoon. I had also planned to
> return to work half-time this week.
>
> About 2 weeks ago it seemed as if the Celexa lost
> it's effectiveness. My thoughts are scattered, the
> 'bad' self destructive thoughts are a constant again.
> When the Celexa was working, I was easily able
> to ignore or push those thoughts away. My mood
> is very low. These effects did not happen gradually,
> it was abrupt. Was it the same for you?
>
> I'm very unhappy about this change. I am unable
> to return to work as planned because I lack the
> ability to perform my job as an estimator/project
> manager. It's a very detail oriented job, reading
> plans and technical specifications, writing contracts
> and subcontracts, negotiating, etc. My boss is not
> too happy that I'm still on leave either. I've been
> off 3 months and my savings are depleted. I need
> to get back to work.
>
> I did up my dose to 40mg after 2 weeks at 20mg but
> the nausea was too much for me. I had nausea on 20mg
> but it has finally gone away. My pdoc has been on
> vacation, I have an appt with her on Monday. I'm
> going to ask about an increase to 40mg. This morn
> I took 40mg and I plan to continue the 40mg until
> I see my pdoc, I've got my fingers crossed, hoping
> this will help.
>
> Sorry I can't provide answers for you, but you are
> not alone. I hope that we both find a solution.
>
> Take CareI have had the same thing. Not sure if I should up the dose or go off and start something else. it did work, so my thought is to go to 30mg but will wait until we hear more advise and what Harry's doctor says.
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