ever stop taking psych need cold turkey?

[kukoo4coco]

I'm 39 and was diagnosed with a major depressive disorder and panic disorder. I've been on paxil, trileptol, and klonopin. I was warned by my doctor that these were veryunsafe and could lead to major deformities, so I stopped taking them cold turkey. The problem is now I'm crashing, and finding it impossible to get immediate care. My doctor referred me to a high risk doctor, who has given me a far out appointment. I'm experiencing major mood swings of anger and sadness. I went to the er the other day and they referred to my local mental health center. I called them and they referred me somewhere else. I feel overwhelmed with just trying to get proper care. So my question is, does anyone know how long I can expect the crazy mood swings? I never experienced anything like this with my first baby, so I'm clueless. I know it's a mixture of withdrawal from the meds and hormones from the pregnancy, but it's causing suicidal thoughts from time to time and I don't want to die not to mention my moods have my family and friends scared.

[kukoo4coco]

Maybe I came across sounding like a lunatic. My doctor knows everything I'm doing, until I'm able to get in somewhere. And the suicidal thoughts aren't what's overwhelming me. It's the withdrawals and and my hormones. If I thought for one moment, I would try, I would be going to the nearest er. I'm just trying to find a way to safely ride out these hormones and body shocks, until help is available.

[kj_skibum]

If you are having suicidal ideations that come and go, you need to call the suicide hotline NOW! Please do this for the sake of your kids, you, and the new baby. This is very serious. You need to get support ASAP before your mood shifts and you cannot come back from it

[kukoo4coco]

I ran out of my meds and didn't refill when I heard how unsafe they were. I explained this to my doctor and he said I shouldn't restart the meds. So I'm dealing with the hormones.

[kj_skibum]

Good NAMI in your area. They can maybe find you a free support group where you will have access to peer support until you can get medical care you need. I do not recall what NAMI stands for....National Assoc.on Mental Illness I think. They can find you an advocate to go between yourself and medical providers to assist you in eliminating some of the stress and frustration you are having over the medical care stuff. Call national suicide holiness too and tell them what is going on. They should have resources in your area. Prayers for you, your kids, and your new baby

[slm39]

Yes I agree with spade22. My psychiatrist took me off my meds so that they can keep a close eye on me. So please don't do this without the proper advice.

[Liane88930]

There are other medications that are safe during pregnancy as well. Someone needs to see you. In the US, if you report that you are having suicidal thoughts, they can admit you and you'll get a preliminary psych eval and can be started on something to help you.

[spade22]

It is VERY unsafe to stop taking these meds cold turkey - typically a tapering regime is needed.  Had anyone (ER dr?)  given you any advise about this at all?  (It might be safer to go back on the meds and start tapering but this needs to be done under medical supervision).   Vistaril is a safe medication for pregnant women that can help with anxiety symptoms - you might try going back to an after hours clinic or ER and asking if they can write you a script for this to help you out until you can be seen by the appropriate dr.

[love_being_his_mrs]

Do you know anyone that sells Doterra essential oils?  I'm sure there are a few that are safe to take in pregnancy that can help buffer the effects until you can be seen.

[kukoo4coco]

Thank you for the advice

[slm39]

I had to go cold turkey too and it was awful. But I'm now 25 weeks and feeling fine. I see the psychiatrist every month and he's happy with me. I can say I felt awful for 2 weeks but then some days I'd be ok, some days I'd be bad. Just focus on the light at the end of the tunnel. I read that Epsom Salt in your bath (3 good size cups) help with the detox so I've been having one almost every night. I don't know if it's coincidence but it works. I still struggle to sleep but things are so much better. You can do this and it won't last forever. Write down everything you feel, try relaxation techniques and keep your mind busy. Anything that you particularly enjoy make sure you do it. And keep talking things out. It will get better I promise. Good luck!

[Sheba27]

Call your local clinic again and see if they can get you in to just talk to someone or for bio feedback. If not, just work out a plan with friends and family so you're never alone, then even if you're having thoughts you don't want, they can literally be there to stop you. Create a code word so if you are alone you can tell someone over the phone and they can come to you. Then while you wait, just walk around. Keep busy with a basic task that doesn't require tools. Best of luck.