Posted by marcello on July 26, 2001, at 8:23:40
In reply to Re: From Paxil to Celexa » marcello, posted by Danielle on July 26, 2001, at 7:08:17
Danielle
I must say, it will not get any easier to get off Paxil, if we run back to it, just when you are about to clear the hump. 2 weeks off? You almost made it. I almost did the same thing a few times. I refused to take another one of those pink, devil in disguise pills. It truly was difficult. I did it because, I wanted to see if I could function without it. I did and I can. So can you. Do not cave in! Hang tough. Who's stronger? You or the little devil disguised as a pink pill? Yes, you are stronger. Just keep your mind busy.
When you feel as if you will blow a gasket at lifes little trivialities, take a deep breath and count to ten. All the while saying, think, before you speak. We hurt the ones we love the most, during these trying times. Stop. Think, then say it with an even tone of voice.
In the scheme of things, life is good and we are blessed with otherwise good health and have our loved ones near.
Celexa, seems to be kicking in. Rather fast too. I started on Monday, the 23rd. Although, I have been waking up at 2 in the morning lately, I will deal with this minor side effect with a smile. I have been sweating alot too, could be due to the muggy and humid weather we are having here in ew York City. The other, ahem...side effect does not seem to be affecting me. I arise as any man does, yes...that way. More importatly, I has not affected my intimate nights with my fiance. So, all in all, I'd say, I'm very satisfied with the results so far. Then again, it is too early to jump for joy.
I am back on an AD, because my emotions were so overwhelming. Cried alot and felt very confused about myself. Not to mention the anxiety attacks came back with a vengence. My shrink, who has had this role with me for 2 years, says all of my repressed emotions are now resurfacing and it will pass.To think, I pay him good money for that assesment! I personally think, he needs to see his shrink.
Yes, let's stay in touch. We can share the emotional roller coaster of being happily medicated and life's little adventures. Good luck to you both. Hang tough.
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