Dec 1, 2010
(Started Oct 27, 2009)
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Effectiveness
Major
(for depressed mood)
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Side effects
Mild
(for Overall)
(insomnia, sexual dysfunction)
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Burden
Not at all hard to take
Dosage:
50 mg
Daily
Advice & Tips:
I tapered down over 6 or 8 weeks to finally stop taking this, and significantly altered my life at the same time - journalling, listening to relaxation tapes, cutting out caffeine, going to acupuncture once a week, gentle exercise and time in the garden, going to bed early.
Cost:
$25-49 monthly
Side effects:
insomnia, sexual dysfunction
Apr 29, 2010
(Started Oct 27, 2009)
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Effectiveness
Major
(for depressed mood)
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Side effects
Mild
(for Overall)
(insomnia, sexual dysfunction)
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-
Burden
Not at all hard to take
Dosage:
50 mg
Daily
Advice & Tips:
The initial side effects can be quite strong and make you feel worse - you can have a racing heart, and not be able to sleep very well - it can make you jumpy. These go away quickly however - it took ten days for me.
I am now much much more productive than I was when I was diagnosed - much more able to cope with life.
Cost:
$25-49 monthly
Side effects:
insomnia, sexual dysfunction