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Posted by cassandra on May 31, 2000, at 12:58:16
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Sue on February 23, 1999, at 18:21:43
I've been on Celexa for a month and a half now. I had been on Paxil for a few years, but switched because I was frustrated that I had no sex drive. Initially my sex drive returned on celexa, but now it's gone again. Also, I have had a lot of gas recently, has anyone else had this incredibly awful problem from celexa?
Posted by Noa on May 31, 2000, at 14:54:55
In reply to Re: I'm the thyroid expert now?!, posted by Abby on May 31, 2000, at 12:21:44
Thanks, Abby. BTW, for help in interpreting thyroid lab tests, see this web page:
http://thyroid.about.com/health/thyroid/library/howto/htthyroid-test.htm?
Posted by SLS on May 31, 2000, at 15:12:08
In reply to Re: I'm the thyroid expert now?!, posted by Abby on May 31, 2000, at 12:21:44
Dear Abby,
(That was so much fun to write)
I really appreciate your taking the time to explain what you have learned about thyroid function. I didn't know that there was such a thing as RT3. That the rate of conversion of T3 to RT3 is accelerated during stress is very interesting. It sounds like this system may get "stuck" in the same way the cortisol system may get "stuck". Both dysregulations might be the result of chronic stress and be contributory to the evolution of a sustained depression, but I'm just running my mouth speculating. :-)
My friend's sister has Hashimoto's Disease and has suffered chronic depression for most of her life. My friend, who also suffers from chronic depression, has a thyroid level that is in the lower part of the normal range. Both have been helped by antidepressants, although not completely. Wellbutrin, Effexor, and Parnate have been partially effective for both of them.
Is Hashimoto's Disease hereditary?
How is it treated?
Any other comments?
Don't worry, you are not being graded on your expertise. I'm sure anything you have to say will be helpful. I wish I were able to say "I don't know" as easily as you. It is a virtue.
> TRH tests are harder to come by, because doctors don't believe the labs do them. Basically, blood is drawn for a TSH test. Then TRH is injected and 30 minutes later a new blood sample is taken. This makes the TSH go up, and teh amount by which it goes up means something, but I don't really understand it. If it rises over 30 it's supposed to be bad, but I don't know why, because it would seem that that just means that the pituitary is sensitive and working well. I guess it means that, though, the TSH is low, something is wrong with the production of TRH, but that given adequate TRH, the TSH rises, since thyroid production is impaired, but I'm just running my mouth speculating.Keep running.
> Abby
>
> P.S. Some people think that your thyroid levels can be fine, but that if you have thyroid antibodies, it is a sign of impending thyroid failure in the manner of the auto-immune disease Hashimoto's, which I guess is the most common cause of hypothyroidism.This is great information. I think I'll tell my friend to be screened for these antibodies.
Thanks.
- Scott
Posted by Noa on May 31, 2000, at 15:26:55
In reply to Re: I'm the thyroid expert now?! - Thanks, posted by SLS on May 31, 2000, at 15:12:08
Scott, from what I understand, thyroid illness does run in families, although I have yet to come across any info that specifies how strong a hereditary link there is and whether the family tendency covers both hyper- and hypothyroid.
An interesting case is that of George and Barbara Bush, who both came down with Graves Disease around the same time, and who dog, Millie also had hyperthyroid symptoms at that time. Of course, this suggests some kind of environmental toxin, rather than a hereditary link!
Posted by connie ann on May 31, 2000, at 20:33:51
In reply to Re: celexa, good stuff, posted by heather on February 20, 1999, at 13:48:44
Has anyone noticed that they felt relief within 10 days.
Posted by Chris A. on June 1, 2000, at 0:45:00
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values, posted by Noa on May 31, 2000, at 14:54:55
Does anyone know if keeping the TSH level supressed can contribute to mania as any other antidepressant treatment can do? Sorry, I am too exhausted for long conversations and am not feeling too bright with my ongoing ECT treatments. Haven't forgotten you all or dropped off of the face of the earth. Hope you're all doing well or are least finding some hope.
Here's to health,
Chris A.
Posted by Noa on June 1, 2000, at 7:43:26
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values -Noa, Abby Scott » Noa, posted by Chris A. on June 1, 2000, at 0:45:00
Chris,
I don't know about it inducing mania perse, BUT, suppressing TSH can cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism, which can mimic SOME manic symptoms sometimes. Also, suppressing TSH with thyroid hormone can magnify the effects of ADs, which, as you know, can induce manic symptoms in some people.
Posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 9:37:10
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values -Noa, Abby Scott, posted by Noa on June 1, 2000, at 7:43:26
Hi Noa - I've just read & tried to understand all this thyroid info. I'm having trouble understanding it. When my psych (is that what I see being called pdoc?) suggested Celexa I forgot to mention the following in the health history that I gave him: About 3 years ago I went to an irridologist who said there was something happening with my thyroid & to have my doctor check it. The blood work showed no TSH being produced (no Thyroid Stimulating Hormone being produced by my pituitary). Further tests by a specialist showed that my thyroid was overactive - hyperthyroid & suggested irradiation therapy (basically killing my thyroid with radiation & taking thyroid medicine from then on). I decided 'no, not yet' & my own doctor monitored me with blood tests while I worked with a naturopathic doctor, using various herbs, etc. My TSH got back within normal. I'm feeling nervous after reading all this stuff about T3/T4 etc. I forgot about having had a thyroid problem & am now wondering if I should have had thyroid tests before beginning Celexa.
Might thyroid problems have been contributing to my anxiety/worrying/weepiness/obsessiveness?
Does hyperthyroid contribute to depression, do you know?
Would Celexa affect thyroid levels?
Any info would be very welcome. Thanks
Kath
Posted by SLS on June 2, 2000, at 10:03:30
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values - To Noa, posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 9:37:10
> Hi Noa - I've just read & tried to understand all this thyroid info. I'm having trouble understanding it. When my psych (is that what I see being called pdoc?) suggested Celexa I forgot to mention the following in the health history that I gave him: About 3 years ago I went to an irridologist who said there was something happening with my thyroid & to have my doctor check it. The blood work showed no TSH being produced (no Thyroid Stimulating Hormone being produced by my pituitary). Further tests by a specialist showed that my thyroid was overactive - hyperthyroid & suggested irradiation therapy (basically killing my thyroid with radiation & taking thyroid medicine from then on). I decided 'no, not yet' & my own doctor monitored me with blood tests while I worked with a naturopathic doctor, using various herbs, etc. My TSH got back within normal. I'm feeling nervous after reading all this stuff about T3/T4 etc. I forgot about having had a thyroid problem & am now wondering if I should have had thyroid tests before beginning Celexa.
>
> Might thyroid problems have been contributing to my anxiety/worrying/weepiness/obsessiveness?
>
> Does hyperthyroid contribute to depression, do you know?
>
> Would Celexa affect thyroid levels?
> Any info would be very welcome. Thanks
> Kath
I Kath.You asked the right questions. I don't think I'm qualified to answer them, but I know that other people are.
I have some questions for you.
What was the specific diagnoses of your thyroid problem?
What herbs have you been taking?
Have you lost any hair?
Thanks for answering any of my questions should you feel like it. I'll still love you if you don't. :-)You'll get some answers here, don't worry. However, I wouldn't lose faith in all doctors.
- Scott
Posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 10:45:02
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values - To Noa, posted by SLS on June 2, 2000, at 10:03:30
> > Hi Noa - I've just read & tried to understand all this thyroid info. I'm having trouble understanding it. When my psych (is that what I see being called pdoc?) suggested Celexa I forgot to mention the following in the health history that I gave him: About 3 years ago I went to an irridologist who said there was something happening with my thyroid & to have my doctor check it. The blood work showed no TSH being produced (no Thyroid Stimulating Hormone being produced by my pituitary). Further tests by a specialist showed that my thyroid was overactive - hyperthyroid & suggested irradiation therapy (basically killing my thyroid with radiation & taking thyroid medicine from then on). I decided 'no, not yet' & my own doctor monitored me with blood tests while I worked with a naturopathic doctor, using various herbs, etc. My TSH got back within normal. I'm feeling nervous after reading all this stuff about T3/T4 etc. I forgot about having had a thyroid problem & am now wondering if I should have had thyroid tests before beginning Celexa.
> >
> > Might thyroid problems have been contributing to my anxiety/worrying/weepiness/obsessiveness?
> >
> > Does hyperthyroid contribute to depression, do you know?
> >
> > Would Celexa affect thyroid levels?
> > Any info would be very welcome. Thanks
> > Kath
>
>
> I Kath.
>
> You asked the right questions. I don't think I'm qualified to answer them, but I know that other people are.
>
> I have some questions for you.
>
> What was the specific diagnoses of your thyroid problem?
>
> What herbs have you been taking?
>
> Have you lost any hair?
>
>
> Thanks for answering any of my questions should you feel like it. I'll still love you if you don't. :-)
>
> You'll get some answers here, don't worry. However, I wouldn't lose faith in all doctors.
>
>
> - Scott
.........
Hi Scott - No, I haven't lost faith in doctors. Especially my own family doctor, who tells me when & for how long he feels o.k. with me using alternative methods & whose judgement I trust.It was about 2 years ago that I had blood work done. That TSH test was normal as was the one 6 months before that, so at that time I stopped the herbs. Makes me realize that I should have bloodwork done anyway, just to make sure everything is ok.
You know, I'm not even sure about the diagnosis. I think I'll get a copy of my med records. I know my thyroid was hyperactive. I'm pretty sure the diagnosis was Graves Disease, which is an auto-immune disease, I think. It surprised me that it could improve, but, on remembering, I contacted a friend in Montreal, who is a doctor, & he suggested not getting radiation, but working on improving my immune system.
Re the herbs, I was working on this for months, and months, and it was a few years ago. I do remember taking dandelion and taking Vitamin A. I also began therapy at that time including "inner child" work & a lot of "me speaking out & speaking my own truth" type of work started happening in all areas of my life. (I guess the thought being that the thyroid is in the throat area & the throat is about speaking.) I'm being pretty open & VULNERABLE here, could be alot of people might find this pretty weird. I hope I don't get attacked.
I didn't lose hair in any unusual amounts.
I don't mind my questions if you don't mind my answers !! :-)
Thanks for caring.
Kath
Posted by Noa on June 2, 2000, at 13:11:19
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values - To Noa, posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 10:45:02
Thyroid problems are sensitive to stress, so it is possible for them to flair up when you are under more stress. This is especially true for people whose thyroid problems are a result of an autoimmune disorder, like Grave's Disease.
Celexa probably won't affect thyroid levels, other than to relieve some of the stress of depression, which could, theoretically be contributing to thyroid imbalance.
I think hyperthyroid can cause symptoms of anxiety, insomnia, obsessions, panic, etc. I do not know about depression, although I know that when I get very anxious, depression is never far behind to sort of shut off the anxiety valve.
Try reading Dr. Arem's book, The Thyroid Solution. It might give you the info you need on what tests you should possibly get, etc., and symptoms of hyperthyroid.
I agree that going to radioactive iodine treatment is not the first course of action. There are drugs that suppress the thyroid that are used effectively for hyperthyroid. My mother took something of this kind for a couple of years when she had a major flair up of hyperthyroid, and it worked for her.
(After radioactive treatment, there is a good chance of becoming hypothyroid and needing ongoing thyroid hormone replacement---this isn't such a terrible thing, but obviously other, less invasive steps should be tried first, IMHO).
Another good book for basic thyroid info is Sara Rosenthal's The Thyroid Sourcebook.
Posted by Noa on June 2, 2000, at 13:59:10
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values - To Noa, posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 10:45:02
Kath, I found this checklist on Mary Shomon's website. Hope it is helpful. It does list depression as a symptom of hyperthyroid.
http://thyroid.about.com/health/thyroid/blhyperthyroid-checklist.htm?terms=hyperthyroid
Posted by SLS on June 2, 2000, at 15:16:19
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values - To Noa, posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 10:45:02
> Re the herbs, I was working on this for months, and months, and it was a few years ago. I do remember taking dandelion and taking Vitamin A. I also began therapy at that time including "inner child" work & a lot of "me speaking out & speaking my own truth" type of work started happening in all areas of my life. (I guess the thought being that the thyroid is in the throat area & the throat is about speaking.) I'm being pretty open & VULNERABLE here, could be alot of people might find this pretty weird. I hope I don't get attacked.
>
> I didn't lose hair in any unusual amounts.
>
> I don't mind my questions if you don't mind my answers !! :-)
>
> Thanks for caring.
>
> Kath
Hi Kath.I knew that Noa would come to the rescue. She has become pretty sharp with thyroid stuff, and has chosen a good website for you to look at. I agree with everything she said. I think she has become a sort of fireman, putting out thyroid fires up and down the board. I have a hard time understanding how she manages to do all of this. Good people.
Noa took the words right out of my mouth regarding stress. It is possible that your psychotherapy helped quite a bit to reduce chronic emotional stress, and thereby break some sort of thyroid-stress-depression-stress-thyroid cycle. (Noa taught me this). I would consider reducing stress as your second target after addressing the thyroid situation directly.
I appreciate your apprehension about disclosing such personal information. It is healthy and wise to be cautious. I can't think of a single reason why anyone would attack you for "revealing" the method of therapy you chose. Did it work?
I find Psycho-Babble to be an incredibly valuable source of information and support. There are far more good people here than bad. Well, let me restate that. There are far more good people who do good things than there are good people who do bad things.
Good luck. I'm very glad that you received the reply I hoped you would.
See ya'
- Scott
Posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 16:33:52
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values - To Noa, posted by SLS on June 2, 2000, at 15:16:19
> > Re the herbs, I was working on this for months, and months, and it was a few years ago. I do remember taking dandelion and taking Vitamin A. I also began therapy at that time including "inner child" work & a lot of "me speaking out & speaking my own truth" type of work started happening in all areas of my life. (I guess the thought being that the thyroid is in the throat area & the throat is about speaking.) I'm being pretty open & VULNERABLE here, could be alot of people might find this pretty weird. I hope I don't get attacked.
> >
> > I didn't lose hair in any unusual amounts.
> >
> > I don't mind my questions if you don't mind my answers !! :-)
> >
> > Thanks for caring.
> >
> > Kath
>
>
> Hi Kath.
>
> I knew that Noa would come to the rescue. She has become pretty sharp with thyroid stuff, and has chosen a good website for you to look at. I agree with everything she said. I think she has become a sort of fireman, putting out thyroid fires up and down the board. I have a hard time understanding how she manages to do all of this. Good people.
>
> Noa took the words right out of my mouth regarding stress. It is possible that your psychotherapy helped quite a bit to reduce chronic emotional stress, and thereby break some sort of thyroid-stress-depression-stress-thyroid cycle. (Noa taught me this). I would consider reducing stress as your second target after addressing the thyroid situation directly.
>
> I appreciate your apprehension about disclosing such personal information. It is healthy and wise to be cautious. I can't think of a single reason why anyone would attack you for "revealing" the method of therapy you chose. Did it work?
>
> I find Psycho-Babble to be an incredibly valuable source of information and support. There are far more good people here than bad. Well, let me restate that. There are far more good people who do good things than there are good people who do bad things.
>
> Good luck. I'm very glad that you received the reply I hoped you would.
>
> See ya'
>
>
> - ScottThanks Noa, for all your info.
Hi Scott - Yes, the therapy did help me tremendously. I am now able to speak 'way more openly about my feelings or things that are bothering me, to my husband, my kids, & anyone, really.
Thanks for the input about reducing stress as a target. It really is a target - a little difficult right now for me. I've given more details under the thread "New at Celexa at Psycho-Babble...causes" I'm feeling hopeful though. I'm feeling very few side effects right now, and am hoping to increase the dosage soon as a higher dose helps me feel less anxious.
Thank you for your support. I appreciate it very much and feel very good about having found this site!
I hope you have a good weekend.
Kath
Posted by Jennifer on June 3, 2000, at 5:03:17
In reply to Re: Thyroid Values - To SLS Noa - Thanks, posted by Kath on June 2, 2000, at 16:33:52
Kath, I haven't read this entire thread, so sorry if this repeats anything. The pituitary gland is the "master gland" of the body and it secrets tons of different hormones that effect the other hormone glands in the body. One of it's main effects is stimulating cortisol secretion from your adrenal glands on your kidneys. Over secretion due to stress can cause panic attacks, depression, mental changes, sleep difficulties, etc. Lowering your stress does put everything back in check, as long as there is no underlying health problem such as a tumor on the pituitary or adrenal glands. This could be why you felt better. HOWEVER, Graves Disease wrecks havoc on your body. It effects every single system from metabolism to vision etc. Every heard of the song "She's got Betty Davis Eyes"? Those really funky, protruding eyes? Former First Lady Barbara Bush too...both had Graves Disease. An excellent endocrinologist can give you at least 2-3 choices on how to bring your thyroid into control. Irridation is usually the last option, but sometimes it is necessary. Herbs and things are great, but in five years you don't want to find out you've had irreversable changes to your body from the effect of high thyroid. Check around for a GOOD doctor. It never hurts to go to your nearest hospital for lunch one day, and ask a couple nurses if they know him, and what they think. Awesome way to find out the real deal. Good luck! Jennifer
> > > Re the herbs, I was working on this for months, and months, and it was a few years ago. I do remember taking dandelion and taking Vitamin A. I also began therapy at that time including "inner child" work & a lot of "me speaking out & speaking my own truth" type of work started happening in all areas of my life. (I guess the thought being that the thyroid is in the throat area & the throat is about speaking.) I'm being pretty open & VULNERABLE here, could be alot of people might find this pretty weird. I hope I don't get attacked.
> > >
> > > I didn't lose hair in any unusual amounts.
> > >
> > > I don't mind my questions if you don't mind my answers !! :-)
> > >
> > > Thanks for caring.
> > >
> > > Kath
> >
> >
> > Hi Kath.
> >
> > I knew that Noa would come to the rescue. She has become pretty sharp with thyroid stuff, and has chosen a good website for you to look at. I agree with everything she said. I think she has become a sort of fireman, putting out thyroid fires up and down the board. I have a hard time understanding how she manages to do all of this. Good people.
> >
> > Noa took the words right out of my mouth regarding stress. It is possible that your psychotherapy helped quite a bit to reduce chronic emotional stress, and thereby break some sort of thyroid-stress-depression-stress-thyroid cycle. (Noa taught me this). I would consider reducing stress as your second target after addressing the thyroid situation directly.
> >
> > I appreciate your apprehension about disclosing such personal information. It is healthy and wise to be cautious. I can't think of a single reason why anyone would attack you for "revealing" the method of therapy you chose. Did it work?
> >
> > I find Psycho-Babble to be an incredibly valuable source of information and support. There are far more good people here than bad. Well, let me restate that. There are far more good people who do good things than there are good people who do bad things.
> >
> > Good luck. I'm very glad that you received the reply I hoped you would.
> >
> > See ya'
> >
> >
> > - Scott
>
> Thanks Noa, for all your info.
>
> Hi Scott - Yes, the therapy did help me tremendously. I am now able to speak 'way more openly about my feelings or things that are bothering me, to my husband, my kids, & anyone, really.
>
> Thanks for the input about reducing stress as a target. It really is a target - a little difficult right now for me. I've given more details under the thread "New at Celexa at Psycho-Babble...causes" I'm feeling hopeful though. I'm feeling very few side effects right now, and am hoping to increase the dosage soon as a higher dose helps me feel less anxious.
>
> Thank you for your support. I appreciate it very much and feel very good about having found this site!
>
> I hope you have a good weekend.
>
> Kath
Posted by Noa on June 3, 2000, at 13:21:07
In reply to Re: Hyperthyroid from Jennifer 2 Kath, posted by Jennifer on June 3, 2000, at 5:03:17
>Check around for a GOOD doctor.
FYI, if you are looking for a good endo, you might want to check out this web page, at Mary Shomon's site. It is a bulletin board where people recommend endocrinologists who treat thyroid problems:http://thyroid.about.com/health/thyroid/library/weekly/bldoc1.htm
It's how I found my endo, and he is great.
Posted by Kath on June 3, 2000, at 14:58:58
In reply to Re: Hyperthyroid from Jennifer 2 Kath, posted by Noa on June 3, 2000, at 13:21:07
Hi Jennifer & Noa - thx for the good information. Noa, I printed the checklist you pointed me to & am going to fill it out & take it to the doctor. Both of your ideas for getting good doctors sound good.
Take care. Kath
>Check around for a GOOD doctor.
>
>
> FYI, if you are looking for a good endo, you might want to check out this web page, at Mary Shomon's site. It is a bulletin board where people recommend endocrinologists who treat thyroid problems:
>
> http://thyroid.about.com/health/thyroid/library/weekly/bldoc1.htm
>
>
> It's how I found my endo, and he is great.
Posted by Rachael on June 7, 2000, at 23:01:12
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by james on December 29, 1998, at 21:16:16
> I was wondering if anyone knew the effects of celexa on PMDD. I took it for approx. 4 weeks some time ago for what was diagnosed as major depression, and was pleased with it, but the price made me bow out. My doctor has suggested that pmdd might be part of my problem. Ive seen prozac and zoloft recommended as treatments but because of my favorable experience AND the lack of sexual side effects,I was hoping that celexa might be just as effective! If anyone has heard anything please let me know. Also re: insurance and celexa. Thanks guys and gals
Posted by Alicia on August 20, 2000, at 15:36:25
In reply to Re: celexa, posted by Steph on May 18, 2000, at 8:30:34
I began taking Celexa two months ago. The 20 mg/day dose I've been on isn't working. How soon should I see results. I've asked my doctor to increase the dose to 40 mg/day, but he is reluctant to do so. I thought I would see some improvement by now, but there hasn't been any. Any advise on increasing doses or switching to a new medicine? Thanks
Posted by martha McClelland on August 21, 2000, at 5:18:41
In reply to Re: celexa, good stuff, posted by connie ann on May 31, 2000, at 20:33:51
> Has anyone noticed that they felt relief within 10 days.
I am just starting out on Celexa, and hope you can support me in this venture as no one else I know is on the stuf. in fact, it seems to be quite new to Ireland. I have been on Effexor for 4 years, generally 150mg XR. It was great at first but this summer I slipped into a chronic depression again. On Friday and Sat. I took half the usual dose, 75mg, then Sunday nothing, and this morning 20 mg Celexa. Let's hope for the best
in fear and trembling (with a hearty measure of hope),
Martha in Derry
Posted by CarolAnn on August 22, 2000, at 8:13:58
In reply to Re: celexa, good stuff, posted by martha McClelland on August 21, 2000, at 5:18:41
Hi Martha, I've been on Celexa for almost nine months, and have been helped quite a bit by it. I do want to tell you, though, that it was not effective for me until my dosage was raised to 40 mgs. per day. Good luck! CarolAnn
Posted by adniL on August 22, 2000, at 20:41:03
In reply to Re: celexa to Martha in derry, posted by CarolAnn on August 22, 2000, at 8:13:58
> Hi Martha, I've been on Celexa for almost nine months, and have been helped quite a bit by it. I do want to tell you, though, that it was not effective for me until my dosage was raised to 40 mgs. per day. Good luck! CarolAnn
Celexa didn't work for me (I've been on it about 6 months and am switching to Effexor), but it didn't have any sexual side effects for me like Paxil did (though Paxil worked). I hope it works out for you. I think all we can do is keep trying.
Posted by T~ on August 23, 2000, at 13:08:19
In reply to Re: celexa, good stuff, posted by connie ann on May 31, 2000, at 20:33:51
i am new to posting and also new to taking an antidepressants. Doctor has put me on celexa 20 mg once a day at night and have been on it about a week now. i have felt somewhat better but still feel tired an a tad 'blue'. just need support and others experience and opinion that take celexa.
why this RX and not another?
thanks
:-)
Posted by emily on August 23, 2000, at 17:01:10
In reply to Re: celexa to Martha in derry, posted by adniL on August 22, 2000, at 20:41:03
Hi. I started celexa 2 1/2 weeks ago and am much more functional and much less desperate. I am still feeling blah, but at least not desperate... The only physical side effect I've noticed is yawning...
I am new to meds and wonder what I can expect--will it just take away the crisis, or will it really help me to feel hopeful again?
--emily
Posted by T~ on August 24, 2000, at 7:32:47
In reply to Re: celexa , posted by emily on August 23, 2000, at 17:01:10
> Hi. I started celexa 2 1/2 weeks ago and am much more functional and much less desperate. I am still feeling blah, but at least not desperate... The only physical side effect I've noticed is yawning...
> I am new to meds and wonder what I can expect--will it just take away the crisis, or will it really help me to feel hopeful again?
> --emilyhi Em,
i can say that this celexa for me anyhow has deadened the crisis, i do not feel 'whole' as of yet but i am 'hopeful'
side effects i have felt this past week being on celexa are yawning and being tired if i dont keep going...I just stop, so to conqure THAT i keep on the go during the day. cotton mouth and drinking alot more and having to use the bathroom because of that is also a side effect. rocky road still ahead but w/ encouragment from others and doctors help we can see the sunshine again.
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