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I'm done with Zoloft.

Not so much a question but rather a statement of disappointment.  I've been on generic Zoloft for 3 months; 25mg.  I know it's a low dose but I found it and the other SSRI's my DR had me on, Prozax, Celexa and Buspar (not a SSRI), were ineffective.  I've advised my DR about my concern of the med's ineffectiveness, along with some of the side effects that I found bothersome, and all I got was a new drug to try along with the adage that it takes time for these drugs to work.  So I'm done.  Both with the drugs and my DR.  I've put in a request for another DR that may have a better view of my condition; I'm with Kaiser-Permanente.  For now the depression isn't bad.  The stress anxiety is the worst part but is no worse that when I was on medication.  The biggest thing that helps me cope is to ride my bicycles at least once a day even if it's for just 10-15 mins along with my longer weekend recreational rides that range from 30 to 50 miles.  Maybe the endorphin thing is what I need more of.  Thx for letting me rant,  Thom.  
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i will not take a ssri, they have bad side affects for me and just dont like them i take ativan and klonopin only when needed .klonopin is a grerat drug it can be taken twice a day and it just keeps you calm . its a long term for anxiety and it does work, if you need something for anxiety ask about it , no side affects but tired for first week thats it . good luck and yes get moving it helps a lot.
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Keep me posted Thom.  I am done with Effexor after having been on Luvox, and Zoloft.  I think it is a crutch the doctors use to get us out of the office.  We aren't stupid and exercise I think is the answer.  I am with you. I will get on my bike today and see what happens.  I have never been one to exercise and at 67 I find it really hard to get started.  I leave for AU in a month and I have to get my muscles working.  Good luck.
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