Anxiety a Zoloft - Am I Crazy?

[CJTMommy]

Hi everyone,

Yesterday I went to the doctor for depression and anxiety (counseler sent me). The doctor asked me how long I have been having this problem and didn't ask a single question after that. Just handed me a prescription for Zoloft.

I was kinda worried about taking it since doc didn't ask anything else. I went ahead and took it last night and had severe side effects. Migraine, body aches, hot flashes, sleepiness and vomiting. I felt like I had the flu again.

Now I am having anxiety over taking another pill. Why am I having an anxiety attack for something that is suppose to help me? Has anyone else had this problem? Or these side effects with Zoloft?

Any advice would be great.

[magen7984]

I had the same side effects with zolfot!  eventually the side effects went away but i did not like zolfot all . If you dont want to take that medication dont. you will be able to get on something else. And yes suzi is right find another doc!!! good luck and keep us posted on how it works for you

[suzi-q]

That is a shame...I would definitely go to a different doctor.  There are different side-effects with all anti-anxiety medication.  usually it takes about 2-3 weeks for side effects to subside....and usually a doctor will tell you to keep taking itand wait and see...HOWEVER, THE TYPES OF SIDE EFFECTS THAT YOU HAVE DESCRIBED ARE TERRIBLE! and maybe you need a different medication.  Maybe try one more night. If it happens again call a NEW doctor tomorrow and go in for a consultation...you deserve more than that!