Reviewer: Kitty, 75 or over Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Caregiver)

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This medication was given to me by my physician, Dr. Richard Ackerman to relieve some symptoms of depression and it has returned me to 'the joy of living'.

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This medication was given to me by my physician, Dr. Richard Ackerman to relieve some symptoms of depression and it has returned me to 'the joy of living'.
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Reviewer: Bobby64, 19-24 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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My psychiatrist gave this to me for my depression. I still felt lethargic and unmotivated while taking it. Although it made me feel “non-depressed,” I didn’t feel happy, either. I still had trouble enjoying many of my usual activities, save for in a few short bursts. Going on too high of a dose made me feel drugged, anxious, grouchy, and... well, depressed. Although I played around with the t ... Show Full Comment

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My psychiatrist gave this to me for my depression. I still felt lethargic and unmotivated while taking it. Although it made me feel “non-depressed,” I didn’t feel happy, either. I still had trouble enjoying many of my usual activities, save for in a few short bursts. Going on too high of a dose made me feel drugged, anxious, grouchy, and... well, depressed. Although I played around with the time of day I took the lower dose, I still felt more like a tired zombie than a happy person, even if I didn’t have any emotional breakdowns. Also, my weight went up sixteen pounds in the three months I took it. Plus, it seemed to mess with my ability to form new memories. Although it helped a little, it certainly wasn’t the medicine that would save me. Keep in mind, though, that fifteen antidepressants have failed me, so I have a very stubborn case of it.
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Reviewer: 65-74 on Treatment for 2 to less than 5 years (Patient)

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Used it for depression with no real help. See from WebMD that it's also good for panic disorder -- guess I should check into its uses for that since I've had "anxiety disorder" for ages and no one has ever mention this drug for that condition.

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Used it for depression with no real help. See from WebMD that it's also good for panic disorder -- guess I should check into its uses for that since I've had "anxiety disorder" for ages and no one has ever mention this drug for that condition.
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Reviewer: Happy ever after!, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)

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I've been taking this medication for 21 years and it has saved my live, the relationships with my children and my husband. I'm now 58 years old and take 150mg per day. Growing up I was depressed all the time and regular drugs doctors prescribed left me doped up and sluggish all the time. To be successful with this drug, you can't stop it when you start feeling better but continue the p ... Show Full Comment

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I've been taking this medication for 21 years and it has saved my live, the relationships with my children and my husband. I'm now 58 years old and take 150mg per day. Growing up I was depressed all the time and regular drugs doctors prescribed left me doped up and sluggish all the time. To be successful with this drug, you can't stop it when you start feeling better but continue the plan your doctor places you on. By the way, regular MDs did not know about this drug so it is very important to see a psychiatrist and visit him/her once a year for maintenance.
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Reviewer: 25-34 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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Started with 25mg/day for 5 days and increased to 50mg/day. On day three of 50mg and feeling dizzy, tingling in forearm,and headaches. Overall feeling of discomfort.

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Started with 25mg/day for 5 days and increased to 50mg/day. On day three of 50mg and feeling dizzy, tingling in forearm,and headaches. Overall feeling of discomfort.
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