Posted by theo on September 24, 2004, at 18:42:35
In reply to Socially fearful, posted by sabre on September 24, 2004, at 16:43:25
I had the same problem with Lexapro, it amplified my social anxiety. The only SSRI that helped me was Paxil, but stopped it due to sexual side effects.
I'm currently taking Keppra (750mg) and Lamictal (100mg) and have had my doubts for the past 12 months, but am now finding myself speaking up in large groups, which I have never done before.
It's very hard to be patient with these meds because it takes a while before they work. I've been on Keppra for about 4 months and Lamictal about 3 months and a few days ago I just started feeling good for a change.
The only thing my doc might do is add a very small dose of a stimulant, which I've never tried before.
This was so radically different for me because I've tried every SSRI several times, hoping they "may work this time." It was really hard for me to put my trust into this new doc I've been seeing because of past experiences with others, but I think she's onto something because I'm feeling more level headed and comfortable in my own skin.
Don't be scared to break away and try something besides SSRI's and SSNRI's.
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