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They are generally well tolerated and effective. Some common SSRI side effects include: heartburn and drowsiness. They can sometimes produce a transient loss of appetite. SSRI medications can have drug interactions. You should consult with your doctor or pharmacist prior to mixing them with other medications.
I had the exact same thing, way before TX....Didn't really want to go on ADs as I've never taken anything like that before....but I got the same AD as ooberman, Ciprimol, 10mg, 2 weeks before I started TX & they really took the edge off for me. Also got a mild sleeping pill, 7.5mg as the anxiety was stopping me from sleeping and without sleep, I'm totally useless and irrational. Still taking em now....anything to help get me through TX, but everyone is different.
Wishing you all the very best with the battle ahead,
Louise
I just had my 1st shot, and the waiting/worry was a hell of a lot worse than just taking the darned thing.
Please try to think about your blessings and not this burden, as that helps me sometimes.
Good luck.
Starla
they lied all benzo (valium zanax atavian etc) are addictive.
that doesnt mean dont use them if they work of course but be aware they can be addictive, espicialy if you have an addicitve personality (succeptiable to addiciton).
you might want to do a search on addictive meds on one of the med sites.
Elivil is an older AD that has been used for numerous things besides just a straight AD. It is given to patients who have weight disorders, chronic pain, sleeplessness and depression.
I've been able to keep some weight on during my treatment as well as rest good and get up fresh in the morning (well I say fresh at least as fresh as possible on these hepC drugs).
I'm on my 36th week of treatment and my ill side effects from Pegasys/Copagus have been minimal. I haven't had to take many Tylenol either.
Maybe take a walk.
Try saying a prayer.
Have a long talk with a friend.
Stay into today and not to project into the future.
We only have today.
The answer to every problem is not another pill. There are times and tx is one of those times we have to deal with our feelings in new ways. Think positive because it feels better.
I can tell you tx is a long project so buckle up and enjoy the ride. You will be experiencing a lot.
Tom
Tom
I was anxious to start-I wanted to start. I didn't like being a host for a killer!
sorry to hear you're thinking of moving on? I have always valued your imput and admired you from afar. Your web site is a huge benefit and gives us an insight into geno types, TX and most of all hope of SVR, thanks for that. Best wishes to you.
Jg2001,
Hello & welcome, welcome.....good luck in the battles ahead!
Louise
Tom