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Honestly I was super scared to try taking it , I suffered for a long time with really bad anxiety disorder that I have overcome without medication. However this time around I got hit with a set back and I couldn’t snap out of it . I just started taking this medicine and it has helped me so much . I started two weeks at half of 25 ml and then started at 25 for two weeks . I didn’t get any bad side effects. I do want to eat more but I don’t mind . It really has helped me though . My anxiety level is down a lot.
I started taking 50mg for depression/anxiety at a point in my university that was extremely stressful. I took the medication for 4 years and recently stopped. I never had any side effects except for mild nausea about 30 minutes after taking it. I believe the medication was crucial to maintaining wellness in my life at a time when it felt like my coping skills couldn’t help me anymore. Since coming off I dealt with a bit of intrusive depressive thoughts and mild moments of anxiety, but the longer I go off the medication the more these symptoms seem to be less frequent and less intense. I’m very grateful for the insight that I had while taking Zoloft and I hope my story can help someone that is hesitant to start taking medication.
@@AjKnight87 I’m actually on the same boat of about to start it at age 30. What dose did you have? What did you hate about it? Sorry that it didn’t work
I have avoided medication since I was 13...now 26 my anxiety is having a big impact on my life so I started this medication last night...thank you for sharing this
@@explorousu.k.7809 I started taking it 4 days ago, tonight was my fourth pill. I felt horrible too but I think this video is saying to go through those side effects because it gets better. Mine have already started to go away, but I was in bed for three days straight. Hoping it's worth it, but from these videos I'm assuming it will be. Try halving your pill if you're on 50 mg to 25mg,but talk to your doctor first.
Josie Erickson thank you josie :) I have emetophobia aswell which means the constant nausea is really something I don’t want to deal with. Glad you are feeling better x
@@explorousu.k.7809 Hi! Sorry to hear things were immediately awful. Josie is right that the first few days are the storm to weather, things gradually get easier. Could I recommend getting a prescription for anti-nausea tablets and seeing how things go?
You might want to know about these side effects as well... More common Decreased sexual desire or ability failure to discharge semen (in men) Less common or rare Aggressive reaction breast tenderness or enlargement confusion convulsions diarrhea drowsiness dryness of the mouth fast talking and excited feelings or actions that are out of control fever inability to sit still increase in body movements increased sweating increased thirst lack of energy loss of bladder control mood or behavior changes muscle spasm or jerking of all extremities nosebleeds overactive reflexes racing heartbeat red or purple spots on the skin restlessness shivering skin rash, hives, or itching sudden loss of consciousness unusual or sudden body or facial movements or postures unusual secretion of milk (in females) Incidence not known Abdominal or stomach pain bleeding gums blindness blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin bloating blood in the urine bloody, black, or tarry stools blue-yellow color blindness blurred vision chest pain or discomfort chills clay-colored stools cough or hoarseness darkened urine decreased urine output decreased vision depressed mood difficulty with breathing difficulty with speaking difficulty with swallowing drooling dry skin and hair eye pain fainting feeling cold feeling of discomfort feeling, seeing, or hearing things that are not there general feeling of discomfort, illness, tiredness, or weakness hair loss high fever high or low blood pressure hoarseness or husky voice hostility increased clotting times indigestion inflamed joints irritability joint or muscle pain large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs lethargy lightheadedness loss of appetite loss of balance control loss of bladder control lower back or side pain muscle aches muscle cramps and stiffness muscle trembling, jerking, or stiffness muscle twitching painful or difficult urination pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back pale skin puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue rapid weight gain rash red, irritated eyes red, sore, or itching skin right upper stomach pain and fullness severe mood or mental changes severe muscle stiffness shuffling walk sore throat sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips sores, welting, or blisters stiffness of the limbs sweating swelling of the face, ankles, or hands swollen or painful glands talking or acting with excitement you cannot control tightness in the chest troubled breathing twisting movements of the body twitching uncontrolled movements, especially of the face, neck, and back unexplained bleeding or bruising unpleasant breath odor unusual behavior unusual tiredness or weakness vomiting of blood weight gain yellow eyes and skin Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: More common Acid or sour stomach belching decreased appetite or weight loss diarrhea or loose stools heartburn sleepiness or unusual drowsiness stomach or abdominal cramps, gas, or pain trouble sleeping Less common Agitation, anxiety, or nervousness bladder pain burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings changes in vision cloudy urine constipation difficult, burning, or painful urination flushing or redness of the skin, with feeling of warmth or heat frequent urge to urinate increased appetite pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones stuffy or runny nose Incidence not known Flushed, dry skin fruit-like breath odor increased hunger increased urination redness or other discoloration of the skin severe sunburn swelling of the breasts (in women) unexplained weight loss unusual secretion of milk (in women) Serotonin Syndrome Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
I've been taking it almost a month. My side effects are exhaustion, dry mouth, headaches and sleep deprivation. I was starting to panick, but after watching this, I feel so much calmer. Thank you for posting!
How did you go? Ive gone of pristiq switching to Zoloft. I've had ocd. It worked well with my sister, so that's why I switched. However the first week has been really difficult
May I ask you how much time you needed for the excess sleepiness and tiredeness due to Zoloft to disappear? Is it normal to sleep more than 15 hours per day during the first week of medication?
I'm just coming to the end of the 2nd week of taking Sertraline. My side effects were mainly just headaches, tiredness and an incredible dip in mood to the point that I thought life was pointless and hopeless. Things are just starting to improve and I'm beginning to feel that I'm on the road to feeling "normal" again. 🤞
@@Alritealritealrite stick with it. 8 months on I'm still taking sertraline and aside from the odd low day life is fantastic. I'm marrying my fiance in a few months and that was never happening at the start of the medication as I was a terrible person to be around. It's taken a while but life to me is worth living again.
@@VadersDarkside that's awesome congratulations. I was on Zoloft in the past I'm just ready to start it again and don't really remember how it was starting
Day four for me. The nights are just brutal. Back pain, tense muscles, chest pain/pressure, restless legs, can’t sleep, anxious, panicked. I hope anyone can relate and if, then you’re not alone! Give your body and mind the time it needs to balance it out, to find its way. Just sit tight and remember what you are doing this for.
I’m currently on Day 12. I’m experiencing some of the same things you are. Back pain, neck pain, arm muscle pain, just overall fatigue. Very anxious. These things tend to vary, depending on the day it seems. Have to give it time, things will get better. It can send you for a loop, especially when panicking seems to be at an all time high. Just have to remember you’re okay, nothing is wrong with you and its all apart of the process / journey.
@@CalebE727828 Thanks for sharing! We’re not alone in this. Since yesterday I have been feeling much better. I’m still anxious in the mornings but not so strong anymore. It can be very tough for some people but don’t stop, keep going. Later or sooner it will get better.
Day 4 for me. I been waking up at 3 am with so much energy and many ideas. Creativity, will, and all I lacked for years at 3am. Lol. I fall asleeep about 5 and wake up again 6 and I get on with my day. My stomach has been in sooooo much pain though. I have to make sure I take it with something with lots of salt. Like crackers or a pretzel. I’m on 25mg. My brain is awake and I love it. But sometimes I do get dizzy and I’m so normal that it’s weird. I’m not used to not being depressed. It’s just weird.
It seems like all anti depressants at first have a negative impact & makes people want to quit. I almost did today but decided to persevere. Your story helps a lot. Thanks so much.
No problem! They have a significant effect on the chemical balance in your body so it's inevitable that your body struggles with the change. The outcome (for most) is definitely worth it. How are you finding things?
watching this on my first day of zoloft. my anxiety has gotten so bad that i’ve been throwing up the past week. luckily i also was prescribed nausea medication. very excited to see where this journey takes me. thank you for this video, extremely informative!
I started sertraline 6 days ago and I also experienced nausea and vomiting within the first day, I have anti sickness tablets to take with them whilst I am getting used to them. I have noticed i have woken up anxious and this usually wears off around midday/afternoon
I've had depression my whole adult life but never did anything about it. Neglected myself and my relationships with other people.Things got really bad and im glad i started seeking help. About 4 months ago i started taking Sertraline, 50mg. I slowly worked my way up to 200mg. The biggest positive effect so far is how i dont hate myself anymore. I'm willing to risk a bit of conflict by saying what i want/how i feel instead of burying it inside. There is still a long way to go, but i feel like i finally have the right tools. As for the side effects mine are pretty similar to yours. Did have a strange good side effect from day 1; a mild euphoric feeling an hour or so after taking the meds that would last a few hours. That lasted for the first 2 weeks or so. Thank you for a good video, and good luck with everything!
That's so amazing you're experiencing such big changes in your mental attitude towards yourself. Self-hate and criticsm are massive parts of my internal dialogue. I was prescribed sertraline a few months back but have been 'anxious' (ofc) to start it, this comment has given me hope. Thank you and good luck :)
@@amybosworth1207 Hey Amy! How are things? Getting started can be terrifying so don't stress too much. If you need any support let me know. I have some recent updates that might reassure you!
i have taken sertraline almost 4 months, anxiety it keeps going back, and then an naturalist doctor told me to try high magnesium 800mg daily intake for one month, then miracle happens anxiety just gone, my back pains, body weakness, foggy vision gone. Still now im taking 400mg magnesium daily. My doctor said that dont drink too much milk with high in calcium it, calcium is dangerous when you got excess in your body. I hope it will help you all.
So glad I found your videos. I was on Sertraline 7 years ago! I took it for about 18 months... While I was on them it was great I felt like me just without the negative self hate inner dialogue. I ran a business and had lots of friends! I thought my life was going so well and I tapered off, suddenly my life spiralled and I lost everything. I've spent the last 6 years trying to get it back without antidepressants. Today I took that sertraline again. Sad for lost time! But nevermimd
Sorry for your loss. That’s interesting though in general. Did you feel like you could have the muscle memory to keep that going for life probably but then slowly it went away and went back to your standard dna?
@@Dmolina3715 Yes I believe that is precisely what happened to me. Also Sertraline is known for delayed withdrawals around 5months after tapering off another breakdown is likely to occur. It is l like i was walking around on a broken leg without crutches the last 6 yrs.
@@danicatyner8721 Great! 1 year later I'm a different person without debilitating rumination. I will never come off the medicine, the only thing is to manage any potential weight gain. So I pray a lot, eat no sugar and little carbs, and exercise. With this it seems I haven't gained any weight yet.
You're right, the comments that people have posted here are so helpful! I'm about a week in on Setraline and was feeling hopeless, as my 'depression' symptoms have gotten worse but after hearing your words & reading from the comments, I'm committed to staying on the medication. The hardest part so far has been the exhaustion. Even after 10 hours of sleep one night, I still overslept for work the following morning and have struggled at work with doing just the most basic tasks. Thank you for sharing your adventures in mental health, I look forward to feeling better!!
Hey Laura, it's a rough few weeks eh? The exhaustion will subside soon, perhaps if no better in another week speak to your GP. Mood and Anxiety can fluctuate as your brain tries to figure out what is going on so try not to worry too much. Get a few plans in place and make time to go for a long walk at the weekend (or even 15 minutes after work). It makes a massive difference!
A Happy Change - Adventures in Mental Health Are we talking about full blown panic attack anxiety or just a lil nervousness? I don’t want to start dealing with agoraphobia trying to get to work again! That was awful & something I did experience on the last birth control pill I was on. It’s much better now but I still have trouble going in very crowded places. I have to be careful drinking coffee too! Caffeine plus anxiety do not mix!
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth May I ask you if you were able to wake up early for your job while on Zoloft? I have been taking Paxil for 5 years; it is very efficient for anxiety and depression, but it is very difficult for me to wake up early in the morning. It makes me very very sleepy and drowsy. Is it the same with Zoloft?
May I ask you how much time you needed for the excess sleepiness and tiredeness due to Zoloft to disappear? Is it normal to sleep more than 15 hours per day during the first week of medication?
Your story is so much like mine, avoiding medication for a decade. I think as a man you're saying to yourself I can handle this, need to be self sufficient, etc. I started my course of Sertraline today, I almost felt better straight away but most likely a placebo effect, I think there's also some feeling of empowerment that comes from taking your own mental health improvement into your own hands. Nausea is definitely happening at the moment am hoping I can continue to improve, early days yet! Thanks for the vid :)
Absolutely! I talk a lot about the high you get from first speaking to a Dr and getting started. It is vital you plan to keep busy in the second to fourth weeks because reality can come back with a vengeance before the chemical change occurs. Thank you for taking the time to comment. It means so much!
I've been on zoloft for two days. I have been seeing a therapist for 3 months for work/general life anxiety. The therapy was a miracle and I felt like I was in a new chapter in my life. 5 days ago while working out, I had a panic attack where I was convinced I was dying. I wasn't, went to the ER and there was nothing wrong with me. Each day after i suffered less severe panic attacks. I went to my gp, scared that the ER missed something physical. I was assured there was nothing wrong and was prescribed zoloft. I appreciate your video, I know I can deal with these side effects because the alternative of dealing with panic attacks is not worth it. Thank you.
Hi Brian, Thank you for taking the time to share. It sounds like it's been a rough few days and I am glad the video helped. When starting you can see an increase in anxiety and panic but this is very temporary. I just wanted to provide extra reassurance in case you feel a bit overwhelmed as the medication kicks in. Appreciate your support!
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth what you're doing is changing people's lives for the better. Keep it up. I've been anxious my whole life and finally at 33, I wanted to address it with therapy, which helped. I think just years of stress and worry manifested in a panic attack. I still do feel quite anxious, but I know I can get through this.
I'm on day 2 and I have no appetite, had headaches, strange feeling in my limbs, horrendous nausea and didn't sleep either. My anxiety had gone through the roof... thank you for the reassuring video. I'll try to persevere.
I started Zoloft 25 mg two weeks ago and I haven’t had any side effects, it has actually helped my anxiety symptoms so much. I was scared to try it but I’m thankful that I did.
@@danielbryan7619 I’m sorry to hear that , I take it for primary anxiety disorder, I get sad because of the anxiety but I think if someone is primarily depressed and has bipolar then this medication can cause that . I’m not a Dr but my Dr did tell me that for someone that is bipolar this is definitely not the correct medication to take . It has helped me so far a lot thank God . I do believe it’s also to us though ,the medication is a tool to help us while we get ourselves together. Hope you feel better .
@@leeannarodriguez3912 well I’m definitely not bi polar but i know this medication definitely isn’t for me, i’m not sure if i should try another medication or not because I honestly feel worse than before i took it
@@danielbryan7619 I’m sorry 😞 did they start you off on a high dose ? I started with half of 25 for two weeks then went to the whole 25. I wasn’t feeling hella depressed this time around but when I was younger I did go through a deep depression because my anxiety was so bad . I couldn’t even smell food without wanting to throw up . I couldn’t sleep at all , I took Paxil at a low dose in about a month I started being able to eat and sleep again . I had to work on the depression with a self help program called attacking anxiety and depression made by lucinda Bassett , she also has a book from panic to power there’s some really good information there. It’s a day today two steps forward one step back with an Zaidi and depression but there is hope . We can heal ❤️
Thank you so much for making these videos. It’s my first day of Sertaline today and it’s been good to hear first hand experience. Today really hasn’t been fun, feeling completely out of it but I hope it gets better from here.
I 100% get this, on my third day today and experiencing pressure headaches and lightheadedness when standing up, nausea, diarrhoea and jaw tension and shakes or tremors like it’s weird but sleeping well! Hoping this will bring me out my anxiety and low mood
@@RhiceyHarierar yeah nausea and disorientated so far for be been biggest side effects, also sore throat? I feel a little worse in my self 2 in the reasons I'm taking it. other noteworthy side effect is insomnia 😑 hence the 4am reply. hope your OK x
Thanks man. My wife was going through some of these s/e and it brought her great comfort to see your vid. Shes gonna push through and see what happens. Just finishing week 1.
Thanks so much for this...started 3 days ago and got instant nausea and wooziness. I was surprised side effects started so quickly. Keep well and thanks again for sharing your experience :)
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth Hia..9 days in and feel better regarding side effects. Managed 2 long country walks this week to try and get my energy levels up which have helped I think :)
@@Imasnailysnail Walking was my (not so) secret weapon during the first few weeks. Fresh air and some low-level exercise does wonders for your mental health. I'm hoping the stormy weather we've had here is on it's way out as the air was a bit "too fresh" haha
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I just started yesterday and am feeling super hopeful. Also, watching the countryside behind you as you walk is so calming!
You guys I’ve been taking sertraline for 2 weeks now and at first the side effects were terrible! The first day of taking it I woke up and completely hated everything about myself. I wanted to die. My pupils were dilated, my legs were shaky, nauseous, couldn’t sleep, dizzy, loss of appetite, etc. BUT I’m now going on my third week and most of those symptoms are gone! I don’t want to die anymore and i’m seeing improvement. I’m also sleeping somewhat better and I pray that continues to improve. I’m only going on my third week, so I’m not fully better yet, but the longer you take it, the more improvement you see so STICK WITH IT!!
im glad you posted this. ive started taking the same dossage and i seriously was questioning what was wrong with me. I was really only told that libido would be effected. i took 3 covid tests thinking i had covid. terrible head ache. lethargy, and weak and jitters. it was terrible. did realize it is because of the medicine but hearing someone else experience the same is comforting. especially since youve come out the other side.
Yes! So glad I found this video! I just started taking sertraline about 2 weeks ago and thought I had some severe stomach bug for the past 6 days... It's nice thinking in almost leveled..
I've been taking 150mg of Sertraline for 4 years. Anxiety increased in the first 3 weeks but no side effects now. It has worked very well for anxiety and helps me stay focused.
I’ve been in it for just over 2 weeks and started keeping me up at night... I haven’t been able to sleep until 6am. Definitely helped me start doing things tho. X
Thank you for this video, I've been putting off going on medication for about 8 years and it's gotten to the point where I can no longer do that so this video is great in letting me know what possible side effects I may experience.
my wife start taking sertraline 2 weeks ago,1week she feels sleepy and tired.But now she is different women she back on the track.Before that I was crushed I tought my life with my wife is over.But luckily the setroline started working and she came back.it really works, don't wait because it can save your life!!!thanks and good luck!!!
Wow! This is amazing to read. Hearing your story as someone who was worried about their spouse is heartbreaking but I am so glad she is getting better. Are things continuing to improve?
Yes every week is better now she starts 2 months of therapy.sometimes she is more tired than usual.but this is nothing compared to what was a few months ago.probably at the last moment she went to a psychiatrist.don't wait!!medications really help I notice it every day when I look at my wife👊👍
just the first week,she had a dry mouth and weird dreams.but it went away quickly.don't wait too long to take them my wife just opened her own business.medication really helped her!!👍
The leaflet does say that problems will be worse until you adjust to these. This will be anything from 2 to 3 weeks. If you found life tough before, please stay with the plan, it will be worth it once you make it through & can regain control of your mind. One tip is to start on as low dose as possible, but DO NOT panic and take higher mg’s because you think you’re panicking more. These are the symptoms of your mind adjusting for the first weeks. Be strong. Wim Hof breathing and cold showers helped me during those ‘helpless’ moments. Love and best wishes to all who are struggling.
@@peterblue3762 It took around 8 to 10 days before I noticed some calm setting in, and the anxiety returned each time I took a higher dose. When I had a panic or anxiety attack, putting my head under cold water for 2 minutes or doing the 30 deep breaths thing that Wim Hof teaches helped. Here’s the link. The breathing starts at around the 52 minute point: m.ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-JPPlicAEFec.html
Just finished my first week on 12.5 mg per day. First few days I was sleeping quite a bit, but now I feel very good, hopeful even. I may build up to 25 mg, but so far this low dose is actually working.
@@AlexRobbMentalHealth Pretty good, thanks for asking! I’m on 25 mg now, did 12.5 mg for the first week. That helped me quite a bit with the introduction to the medication. I’m now on day 38, and I feel it’s making a difference.
@@SoreThumbSociety hey! Im at 25mg too, day 32. I started like you 12.5mg. Im feeling less anxious and i dont think i will up my dosage cause i feel fine on it. Will you do the same? A lot of people keep telling me that 25 is too much low, but actually is working for me!!
@@chiaravigorelli8520 Yes, it’s working for me too. I’m currently just over 5 weeks on 25 mg and I feel good. People just need to find the right dosage for themselves.. Thanks for reaching out, and good luck!!
My top 10 to start Zoloft 1. Nausea 2. Insomnia 3. Restlessness 4. Agitation 5. Mood changing often 6. Headaches 7. Worsening depression 8. Sexual effects 9. Dry mouth 10. Sweating more Most tend to fade with time. Some stick though long term. My doc wanted me to start at 25mg. Instead I started at 12.5mg on my own against orders due to the side effects being so so strong.
The same happened to me now. I started last Thursday with a half part of the medicine "sertraline". And i stopped today officially. Its not worth it with also going through after-affects of EMDR therapy. It doesn't go well. I feel sick in my stomach, dry mouth, feeling hard down, can't sleep or my sleep rhythym isn't doing well. I just can't and my advice is to stop with the medicine and do not start with it!!
Did the restlessness feeling go away. I feel like my body wants to run but I'm just sitting here. I took an edible hopefully relaxes me. Feeling like I don't need coffee in the morning is weird
@@nativechique7589 For me the restlessness faded after 2 to 3 months but they were not comfortable months. The drug can cause restless legs and a feeling of agitation internally. They have a name for it, akasthenia. It can become severe enough to stop the drug and I am convinced in some individuials it creates rage and there are connections of murders being tied in my opinion to this inner torment and agitation worsening potentially underlying personality problems also. Doctors can give Xanax and Klonopin to help with this startup anxiety and if the dose of those is high enough, it reduces the start up anxiety greatly. Benzos like Xanax are powerful.
I'm 2weeks in on Zoloft 100mg. No appetite, sweaty palms, restless legs, yawning a lot. It's got me off the couch and I've been walking my dog a lot it's got me out of the house. I hope it continues to get better...
Hey Pete! Sorry for the late response. That sounds really positive, are things still going well? The main thing for me was just having more impetus to do stuff which in turn has a positive impact on wellbeing.
@@ryanackley5242 yeah now its been about 2 week and the anxiety its. back. I haven't cried in the past 2 weeks which is good but i just haven't felt happy either. Haven't gone to work for the past 2 weeks too. I even. started waking up at 9am instead of 12 but can't find a reason to get out of bed till 1pm. I know it takes time for it to work but I feel like I am watching my life pass me by
@@rcybeauty319 see that's where the "it takes time for it to work" scares me. My crying actually got a little worse. And the fact the stuff can rewire your brain is extremely scary. I thought for a minute well good maybe I need some rewiring but that can also be very detrimental. Isn't worth the risks imo. But that's just me! I wish you nothing but the best if you decide to continue. How many Mgs of sertraline are you taking?
I just started on this yesterday. I've been suffering my whole life. I'm 40 and this is the first anti depressant med I have ever been prescribed.. All I can say is wow. It's taken that low the edge off immediately.
@@tortuga9370 50mg, mate. I'm approaching 2 months in and i feel "normal". No anxiety, except for one day last week. 180 degree transformation. Better appetite. But i have side effects of increased tinnitus, and decrease in libido.
Thanks for this video mate I’ve just started setraline. Been suffering from anxiety for 15 years I’m now 30. I hope these work for me I need something to help me thanks again.
No problem! It is great you are taking charge, there are lots of updates on the Channel and a playlist about FAQs in case any questions come up. ru-vid.com/group/PLKD89x7OCbIt3TEB_n7SLwZMTCvoxq5KZ What Bike do you ride?
Thanks for this mate. I was waking up at 2/3 am for the first 4/5 days of it with super anxiety and a doom sensation but last night was the first of my great sleeps :D. Thanks again for this mate.
This is my day 5 on sertraline and I'm waking up at early hours in the morning with pain in my chest and a racing heart beat and feeling of not having enough sleep and my whole body shivering with very bad headaches I also lost weight because my appetite is gone,whats your thoughts on that ?please answer me
I was diagnosed with really bad anxiety and depression 3 years ago. Just one week ago i started with 50 mg and I feel horrible. Feels like i cant breath properly, cant sleep well, i can barely eat. Lost 3 KG in one week. But i have faith that the medication will make me feel normal again. I hope that everyone finds the well deserved peace that we're all looking for ❤️
Yo let me hook you up with this specialist I frequently cop from, he got Adderall,Xanax,Oxycodone ,M30, MDMA, Percocet, Zoloft and more pharma stocks. he's meds are well refined, check em out..
I am one week in . I have some xanax to get me through the panic attacks until it starts to kick in. Second time trying them. I was trying everything to help myself with the panic but I just couldn't do it anymore so I got the help. Also I have MS and took my injection yesterday and i was so sick through the night . Two young babies too but I will get through it please god and get to that good place where I can live a normal life.
I never comment on videos, but I just started my meds two days ago ! I’m pretty nervous about side effects (and that it won’t work well for me), but reading and listening to everyone’s comments + ur video have made me feel a bit better. I feel anxious about the meds/future (overall anxiety) and I’m shaky, and trouble sleeping!! But I heard to just push through the first two weeks (nothing horrible as of rn) but let’s hope it goes good!! 🤞🏽
Thanks Charli, that is so good to hear the community around this Channel have been reassuring. Makes it all worth it!! I understand the stress, there is a Facebook group which you are welcome to join. Link in the video descriptions.
Alex Explores yeah am still taking it for 8 months now. am on 100 mg I feel happier I feel a curtain has been lifted from my face.just trust your psychiatrist they know best
I've come off now and take st John's wort I do feel crazy happy stupid creative and euphoria and that's better then a zombie mode even tho lows of being kind bipolar lave lessons we shouldn't mask up. Sample x and sample and trail and journel
Hi Alex Thank you so much for posting and your honesty. I appreciate it so much. I am going to begin my journey here w the same medication. Since the loss of my mom I’ve had a really tough time emotionally. I’ve had trouble seeing the colours I once had prior. It’s been so hard to snap out of. I’ve always been so driven and ambitious. I’ve even lost some of the sense of humour everyone said I used to have. I hope this helps. It’s been two years and I know I need to take steps to truly better myself. The way my mom would expect me to do. I am glad you are doing well. Wish me luck. ❤️ thank you again. Texting from Canada, Alberta!
I'm so glad I found your video on taking sertraline. I have just been prescribed sertraline 50mg but haven't started taking it as I'm petrified of the side effects. I think I will start taking them soon but I just need to get myself mentally ready for any side effects. Your video has given me confidence in taking them and I absolutely agree that most people give up too soon when they experience side effects. Would love to see an update video on how your getting on with sertraline 😁😁
Hi! Thank you so much for the comment. I am so glad it has helped you! I am actually due a medication review next week so will do an update then but I would say that the side effects are unnoticeable now and the Sertraline is really doing it's job. Wishing you well as you get to grips with the medication. I will put a new video online next week!
@@michael-jamesr2776 Hello Michael, have you started the meds yet? If so, how is it going? I'm on day 5 taking a half pill but go to the full dose (50 mg) tomorrow. I've been feeling more anxious since starting but my dr said this might happen but will get better after a week or two - are your experiences similar?
@@mrphil1956 hey, I haven't started taking them yet as I just don't feel ready to at the moment 😣. Even though there are side effects to go through which I have to be prepared for I have heard positive experiences once the medication kicks in. I do need to stop being a chicken shit and start the meds and I will let you know how I'm getting on 😉
@@michael-jamesr2776 Okay thanks! It'll be good to hear from someone just start out. I have been seeing a lot of positive comments as well - good luck to you!
Hiya, I've been prescribed 50mg of Sertraline but I've been to scared to take them, but watching your video's as made me feel more positive about the idea of taking Sertraline, so thank you I'm also from UK and your right we do have some lovely country side and lovely places to visit in the UK 🇬🇧
I’m gonna start on Thursday and I am scared. But cautiously optimistic. I will cope with with either side effect. I just can’t deal with nightmares. I would stop immediately. I am just anxious thinking about it.
@@brendondraper5794 The side effects wasn't as bad as I built it up in my head. No nightmares or loss of sex drive or... It wasn't easy though, I think felt much much worse emotionally when I was taking them. But I kept taking them 2 months later I had my mornings and maybe afternoon of amazing highs before the evening where I would crash. I actually stopped taking them a few days ago, not advised , as I didn't ease away slowly. Now I am feeling proper side effects, nauseous and headaches. Through my time where I have been taking the antidepressants, I have self harmed and been suicidal, I feel like my mood has been sesawing. I feel like after 3-4 months of taking them I feel better of not taking them. Anyway, I am gonna be talking to my doctor sometime to day about all this.
Thank you so much for posting this. It’s my first day at 50mg and omg it was just as you said …. Instant nausea, dry mouth and well caused GI flare up and too many trips to the loo. Here’s to hoping these subside soon so the benefits can kick in
Thanks man! I have Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, PTSD and Agoraphobia and I asked my Doctor for Sertraline :) I really hope I can change my life around for the better.
@@moniquemandvere2937 I've ran out and I can't get anymore because of the Corona, They've locked down both the Pharmacy and the Doctors. However, I was doing really well on them :)
Eggplant Co. I tried Lexapro it was awful for me. Turns out I’m have issues with balance due to an extreme case of vertigo my doctor just started me on Klonopin.25mg until I get started on my Vestibular therapy and get some prism glasses. I have felt so good. Like my life is back I’m so excited
Thank you for making this video, i’m on day 5 of sertraline and my entire body is trembling so much my teeth are chattering and i’m spilling my glasses of water, I feel constantly on the verge of a panic attack to the point where I think I have to apply for an extension for my upcoming university assignment, just sitting down to try do any work is so hard. I can’t even eat without feeling like i’m going to throw up, i’ve already lost 1kg just this week. I’m really quite struggling at the moment but still early days, i’m going to stick it out and hope all of these horrible side effects are worth it ): this gives me a bit of hope
Day 4 of Zoloft (Sertraline) 50mg for me. I can relate, if you got some non-drowsy gravol, try that, deep breaths, just try to relax. I know how hard it can be though, I have my moments, I have completely lost my appetite, but eat where applicable, even in small fractions. but beneficially, after a week and 2 days for ya, maybe 2 weeks even, those nasty side effects should die down. Prayers and hope all is going alright !
@@wizardnick3505 thank you for the kind words ❤️ I started on 50mg and the last 2 days since posting that comment i’ve decided just to take 25mg for now and the side effects aren’t as bad. Still struggling but pushing through. Trying to do small things every day that build me joy. Wishing you lots of luck in your journey as well, we can do this!!!
All of that is not worth it. I just got off Zoloft and I will never go on another antidepressant again. It made me numb emotionally, my body spasmed, heart raced, sleep disturbance. This was on the lowest dose too so, I encourage everyone to seek other ways of dealing with their depression and anxiety.
@@bethwagner9176 2 years after making this comment and i totally agree with you, i've tried to come off them twice but the withdrawal effects are near unbearable (dropped from 50mg to 25 just over a year ago though). I forgot about this comment actually, I almost forgot just how extreme the side effects of starting were lol I feel trapped by them
First day on Sertraline yesterday and man the headache was unreal, I had a mild panic attack which I was able to calm down with the help of the fan in the bedroom and just rocked on the bed for a while. I found this video so helpful because I honestly thought I was going mad having a side effect on day one!! I felt sick and was absolutely exhausted, went to bed at 7.30 pm when my daughter did and didn’t wake till 6am. Covid has brought up some ptsd and anxiety up that I can’t deal with alone and do need help with, I was ashamed when I first spoke to a doctor about how I feel, I have everything in my life I have always wanted. I’m nervous about the side effects but I will do what I need to do to ride them out. Thank you for this video
Iris Lopez Thank you and good luck to you, I’m now 3 week in and the side effects are very very minimal so please find the courage to start these as I assure you it will be worth it! X
I've always brushed off meds but I guess you hit a point where you'll try anything once you hit crisis. Maybe not the first crisis but definitely a few down the line I've realised maybe that's what I've been needing. Took my first 50mg tab of sertraline today and I've felt spacey, my hands sweating, I've ran to the toilet a few times 😅 I didn't realise the first day would hit me like this. That's why I've come across your video! Thankyou for your insight, very useful!
I’m 3 days in and it’s already hell on only half of a 25mg pill. Anxious, heart racing, restless legs, my eyes feel weird. Also feel kind of like I’m having an out of body experience at times. I hope it gets better. It’s hard to pinpoint exactly how I feel but it’s a weird feeling. Edit: it’s over a year since I originally posted this and I don’t have side effects at all anymore. It has helped my mood and irritability immensely, I’m up to 75mg, but still in the winter my depression gets worse like most people, and I add on Wellbutrin.
Quit3Cut3 I’m going through exactly the same thing as you and it’s only my first day, 8 hours since I took my first one. I’m feeling very anxious and fatigue/tired :(
A Happy Change today was a little better but not much.. the anxiety was so bad I felt like there was a ball lodged in my throat. But I didn’t feel as strange as I did the other day. Trying to push through the first week!
Nice video, you explain your experience well, and are positive & mindful - success is doing the best you can do in the present, which affects the past and the future. Appreciate the video, Thanks!
Hello, i'm zoloft from 10 days but anxiety is still there, verry nousea .....i hope to be good în future ....10x for channel with a lot of explicațion, u r best!
U eating enough greens. I take wheatgrass, barley grass or alfalfa grass with every meal. It makes all the difference for me. Doesn't cure my broken nervous system but it just helps me think more clearly and calmly
Been taking it for years, it just takes the edge off depression, I'm watching this at 05:49 am, dry mouth, or needing coffee, totally exhausted ALL THE TIME,
I'm on day 3. Thank you for this, I'm effin miserable but sticking with it. Sipping ginger ale, suckin on hard candy to fight the nausea. I got all five you mentioned and this sucks.
Thank you for posting this I am starting Zoloft and I was wondering what could possibly be some side effects I will go through when I start taking it. Put me at ease a little bit since those are common side effects for Zoloft and a lot of medications in general.
You're awesome man, I hope your mental health is doing good. I was in a dark place, really bad anxiety and panic attacks only once it put me in the hospital and that was the first time it happened (thought I was dying) anyways, I'm on 50 mg of sertraline and was wondering, is diarrhea a normal side effect? I don't have a family doctor and as we all know the entire world is on lockdown so hospital for a checkup is out of the question. Sorry for this being so long. Thanks for listening and I hope all of you get to where you want to be in life mental health free.
Thank you for the kind words! Yes, diarrhoea is totally normal. Within about 15 mins of taking my first dose I was in trouble! It lasted a few days and a shift to taking in the evening (rather than on an empty stomach when I woke up) made a massive difference.
2nd day on Zoloft and came period. This is double punch. I feel nauseous and hungry. I feel exhausted and can't sleep well. Your video gives me hope to not quit. Thank you!
I am going through this right now! Very vivid and scary nightmares too, but I view nightmares as thrilling experiences (not good for staying asleep though). I am on day 16 of 100mg and am feeling much better today. Woke up with nausea, sweating and some intrusive thoughts, but they went away after I threw up and chilled out for a bit. Fight through it!
I’m on my second day and all those side effects I’m having too. The headache feels so bad, it’s like pressure almost. I woke up with it today and it’s reduced a bit after having the tablet but still there. Good to know it’s something others have experienced too so I will push through
Great channel mate. On my second month of this and honestly the improvements are surprisingly good, coming from a medication sceptic. You are spot on with your views man, good job. I look forward to more vids
U also taking mirtazapine? I get the dreams with mirtazipine. Hopefully I can get them with sertraline too since mirtazipine isn't right for me. I was in love with how I felt like I was in a dream all the time
Going through my first week of Sertraline after over 10 years of neglecting my mental health. I'm feeling all of the side effects you have mentioned, good to know I am not making it all up in my head 😅
Hi Ashlee, thank you so much for taking the time to comment! Sounds like it's rough so far - I wonder if you've picked up any illness whilst your body has been in a state of flux? Maybe if you are no better by the start of next week, go back to your GP? Let me know if I can help at all!
I was on 50mg for 3 weeks and wasn't feeling much so doctor has me on 75mg now its been a week now and I feel so exhausted. It's so hard to wake up, and I fall asleep during the day which is so hard with kids. I had to ask doctor to put me on disability. No way I could work feeling like this. I take pills at night before bedtime. I wonder if that's the problem.
😂I couldn't leave my house for 3 months due to anxiety attacks, this guy is outdoors walking fast looking fit and filming himself. It works for me it makes me feel normal again
That’s so interesting cuz that’s the opposite of my experience. Before, I was barely eating 1.5-2 small meals and now I’ve upped it to 2.5 small meals a day
Thankyou for your video, im on my 3rd day of sertraline and im having very similar side effects as you were along with just feeling dazed and in a bubble. Ide put off accepting that i needed help for so long that the past few weeks were unbearable for me. Hoping ill have some form of relief soon. Thanks again
I just literally took my first dose and after reading some these comments I’m kinda worried! I been depressed since my late teens and now I’m 50 , have fallen victim to self medicating for most my life . I’m substance free for 6 years, but depression is all I know I’m worried about not knowing who I with be . Guess I’ll find out 😓😬
I was on 25 mg the first week. Side-effects were there, but tolerable. Second week I was taking 50 mg, side effects got really bad about half way through the week mental fog, fatigue, sleeping a lot, no appetite, etc. Going on three weeks now and I feel great. All the side effects seem to have gone away.
Hi,I got given 50 straight away and my side effects are so bad.i was being so sick early hours and my daughter says I collapsed I can't even remember getting to the wall🥲I'm speaking to my docs today but just wondered x
May I ask you if you were able to wake up early for your job while on Zoloft? I have been taking Paxil for 5 years; it is very efficient for anxiety and depression, but it is very difficult for me to wake up early in the morning. It makes me very very sleepy and drowsy. Is it the same with Zoloft?
I’ve been on Setraline since November and my main symptom still is insomnia,not sleeping at night,an hour or so if lucky,anyone else have this?but otherwise feel so much better n these and live is more enjoyable,thanks for the vid and look forward to watching more.
I started zoloft recently and have basically every single side effect. Nausea lasted the first 5 or so days, then slight shallow breathing, increased anxiety, I’ve noticed my asthma has gotten slightly worse since taking. Not enough to really complain, but I do notice. The main side effects that alert me are dizziness, and lack of energy. Today I woke up with brain fog. I’m on about 2 weeks right now since first starting.
@@saxior57 all of my symptoms went away!! The only side effect I have now is feeling a little depressed which I read is also common when first starting antidepressants. I am so glad all of the main side effects are gone though. It took about 3 weeks of HELL but I’m excited to see how I feel once this depression feeling goes away.
@@hayleynicole4107 dam thanks for the fast response 😭 i want to try it today i have OCD so many intrusive thoughts but the thing is i read someone said they had hallucinations and Heard voices. Since i am having Bad thoughts i am scared if i get those symptoms it will Destroy me. I also got bad asthma so Rip i dont know if I should risk it
@@saxior57 talk to your doctor first. I read somewhere that people with bipolar disorder who start Zoloft can potentially experience hallucinations/mania. My doctor instructed me to take half of the pill for the first 2 weeks to allow my body to get use to it before taking the full pill. You may experience suicidal thoughts at first because this is a common side effect of first starting antidepressants, but they’re supposed to go away after a few weeks. It gets worse before it gets better on antidepressants. I work at a psychiatric hospital and we often will take patients for a week or longer when they’re first starting any new medication like this so you don’t harm yourself. You might consider that.
@@saxior57 we’re able to closely monitor you 24/7 and take vitals everyday, and the doctor visits with you every single day, and will make med adjustments it needed.
Day 6 and this week has been hell for me so far. Anxiety has peaked, felt disconnected from myself and the people around me, mood swings, nausea, insomnia, brain feels out of control… Hope that gets better soon, cuz it makes me freak out all the time.
@@kevins_copy_converts sometimes I feel like some of the side effects are cause we are manifesting them almost… or you already had the feelings before and now you blame the med on it
My Primary & Psychologist both said it takes time to build up. Like a two weeks or so. I had a breakdown when I picked up the prescription because the side effects on paper were many times worse than what I read online. After some people told me their positive experience I went for it and had my first dose. .50 mg. Within the next 2 hours I have experienced nausea, diarrhea and at this very moment I feel numb which to others comes off as worse depression than what I took this for and this is just day one and instantly. I already hate it.
The first dose is a huge shock to your system. Your brain is being fully rewired so inevitably it sucks! Side effects do settle fairly quickly but make sure you speak with your GP if you decide to not continue taking it.
I’ve been on only 12.5 mg and I have more anxiety on it then usual, I’ve had panic attacks everyday. And tomorrow I have to start taking 25 mg and I’m scared it will get worse
@@kaylajustina1669 i started with 12,5 too and then increased the second week to 25 mg. I started feeling better day 16, what you are experiencing is normal!
I’ve been on Sertraline for over two years now. One side effect that is very obvious for me is that I can’t cry anymore, also most of the times I don’t care about things that are crucial to care for. I found it quite concerning. But it definitely saved my life during the time l felt depressed and had anxiety attacks.
Great vid well said. Upset stomach for me also . If you ever disolve one under your tounge it burns through your gum and its like cocaine totally numb so i can imagine what it must do to our gut . The gut is our brain .theres so much evidence for gut health wrecking our mental capacity .. worth looking into also
Great comment! I really agree with your ideas about gut health, in fact I would suggest everyone looks at pre/probiotics if they are seeking to improve health in general.
I'm scared of taking SSRI's because my experience is that they completely kill my libido and cause all sorts of other weird symptoms. Now, I don't really care if it's temporary while I'm taking the drug, but my fear is that it causes permanent damage. And that fear fuels my anxiety while taking the drug...
I'm 2 days on 50mg. Weird at first. Sleepy for two days. Did take walks which help!! Drank coconut water for hydration. Low appetite (I am overweight so definitely plus) anyway thanks for sharing glad to know a bit about the sides.
Hey Eileen! I hope my videos reassure you a little bit! It can be tough at the start but for me the process was so worth it. Good luck with everything and keep in touch!
Hey Eileen! I hope my videos reassure you a little bit! It can be tough at the start but for me the process was so worth it. Good luck with everything and keep in touch!
Thank you for sharing. After years of putting it aside and being too proud to ask for help I have been prescribed Sertraline from yesterday. I took one 50mg tablet at 9.30pm and was awoken at 4.30am today with the worst stomach cramps, vomiting, Diarrhea, shakes to the point I called 111 in fear I was having an adverse reaction - it was unbearable. I take pain well generally but this knocked me for six and no-one else’s experiences matched up to what I was experiencing after just one tablet.. I’m not someone who likes taking medication so this straight away put me off (again). I spoke with my doctor who said I must just be more sensitive to it and if I feel up to trying again tomorrow to take half a dose. Although not still throwing up etc, I still have the dull nausea and headache and am still planning to take half a tablet instead tomorrow morning. I am terrified about how I might be effected in the next week or 2 and the side effects to come, also about becoming dependant and withdrawal eventually. I’m sure worrying about this medication is making me feel more ill but I know that we all share the same thought process. I’m a very strong person, but I am scared about this journey more than I care to admit.
