Posted by LostBoyinNCReturns on March 14, 2012, at 11:07:21
In reply to Re: What is 'SSRI activation syndrome?', posted by creepy on March 14, 2012, at 8:58:21
> sounds like panic symptoms. At that dose zoloft probably isnt doing anything to dopamine, but you -may- have metabolic issues that mean youre effectively taking more than 50.
> Its a pretty activating drug for many. Lots of reports of akathisia as well. That can be mistaken for anxiety and result in an increased dose from the doc.
> if you need an antidepressant try something less activating like celexa?I do have a formal diagnosis of SSRI induced akathisia from way on back, when this whole thing started. I'd take antidepressants (SSRIs) and the first week had so many side effects I felt like I was going out of my mind. A few months later, I got a second opinion with some bigshot Pdoc at Duke and found out I was having "SSRI induced akathisia." In fact, Ive got the psychiatric record now, have had it for years actually, that say I have those side effects from SSRIs.
I dont get that from Remeron btw. So I bet it is akathisia. And it got ten times worse after I developed hypertension problems. I tolerate 50 mg zoloft just fine so long as I take my blood pressure med and klonopin, but like I said, I try to push it past 50 and Lordy, my chest feels like it is gonna blow a valve. It is actually painful.
Eric
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