more bad days than good on 20mg prozac

[JE55LEW]

I have good days on prozac but more off and down days. would you think it was time for a dose or med change at this point now that iv been on it for just over 5 weeks.

[29sillygirl]

Altho' it is  true that side effects are often the first thing we notice when trying an antidepressant, I think 5 weeks is time enough to know if a medicine is right for you.

There are many antidepressants on the market, as gofio mentions.  It is a matter of trial and error until the one that works is found.  

Call your doctor.  Often a combo is the answer....depending on what the core problem is.

Keep us posted.  Most of us have been where you are.  I actually tried Prozac at least 3 times during the years.  As anxiety is my primary problem...it gave me a jittery energy and insomnia:).

Best wishes....don't give up...stay in close communication with your doctor.

[gofio]

5 weeks is not really long enough to have given it a fair trial. The downside of meds clicks in much quicker than the 'good sides'. Try to be patient, give a few more weeks, if there's no increase in your mood then discuss other options with your Doc. There's a plethora of things you can try if prozac fails. Good Luck, George