Just started on Meds

[Tzeitel]

Hi everyone,

I was prescribed Sodium Valproate a month ago but didnt take them as I was too scared to. I saw the nurse last week and Im in my seventh day on them. I had a major downer on Wednesday and kept bursting into tears and feeling a bit low. Have had horrible insecure dreams and waking up crying. Thankfully, I have been given two days off work which I didnt expect (thank you Lord!!)

Just feeling a bit nauseous, a bit of a headache, dry mouth and a bit sort of dopey if you know what I mean. Im not sure whether I want to feel this way all the time!! Is anyone else on medication and do these symptoms pass?

Would welcome your advice and prayers.

Sarah

 

[Alive again]

For some these symptoms do pass as your body adjusts for others they do not and you need then to inform your doc and switch until you find one that works and you can tolerate! So keep in close touch with your doc!! And most importantly be sure you are safe!!! If you r downer is so bad you are becoming suicidal always notify your doc immediately!

Blessings and prayers that you will quickly find the right med for you!!!

 

[Jeshu]

Sarah great to hear that you are starting to take medications. Most side effects pass, some stay but usually in lesser form. The best part is that usually after some time the right medications are found and you will enjoy a much more stable life than you have upto now.

Gerry
(The best at your doctors meeting on Monday.)

 

[willmrcd1]

I am so happy to hear that you are taking your meds. Some medications will not be suitable for you and have a negative side effect. Monitor your moods and how you feel physically. Tell your doctor if after two weeks you are still not improving, chances are that you need a different kind of combination of meds. It took my doctor 8mos. to find the right dosage and combination for me. My body had many different kinds of reactions, but depression was the worst. Today I am happy to say that I am stable and it has been 4 years. Hang in there and remember to monitor the way you feel.

 

[Tzeitel]

Thank you all so much. Yesterday afternoon I started to feel a bit more energetic and today I feel pretty good. Some of the earlier symptoms have kind of calmed down a bit, I can still 'feel' them but not feeling as uncomfortable as I was earlier on.

I am keeping a mental diary of my moods and physical feelings.

Thanks again!

Big hugs from across the Atlantic!

 

[Alive again]

The mood diary is an excellent tool. Glad to hear today is better!

Blessings and prayers

 

[spdnet75]

My blessings are with you all. It is nice to have good people in one's thoughts and prayers.

Stephen

 

[BigToe]

Certainly keep notice of how you feel and if the side effects continue to bother you. And make sure to talk about this stuff with your doctor too. It can take a bit of time before the meds are in your system to really start working their magic regularly. And it doesn't make everything better all the time. There may still be the highs and lows, but it shouldn't be as extreme as without medication.

I hope the meds work for you and make your life more comfortable.

 

[Tzeitel]

Ohhh guys and gals Im in a Century Gothic font type mood today.....

I had a terrible night last night. I didnt get any sleep and my mind was racing, I was seeing flashing lights and images, it was horrible. I feel like crap today, a bit weepy and very tired. Thank God Im off today so Im going to bed now and try and reclaim my sleep back!

Got my second appointment with the Psychiatrist tomorrow so shall be talking to him about the side effects etc.

Thank you for your prayers and thoughts.

 

[angelkiss]

Side effects usually depend on the meds and the person. Some medications have side effects that linger for a few weeks or better. Usually til they get in your system. It is good to keep your doc informed of all side effects so he/she will know what to watch for. It's a real bummer having to put up with some of the side effects but, if you can stick it out for a few weeks, you may notice changes for the better. If not, then you may need an adjustment.

God Bless!
s and es!!

 

[Tzeitel]

Thanks Angelkiss and thank you for my blessings too!

Saw the Doc today (there were 3 of them sat in the room!), we have decided between us that the Sodium Valproate is not for me. I have to try and and hold down two jobs and both jobs are physical and I just cant afford to be dopey or drowsy. I cant remember what they are going to prescribe me but as soon as I know, I will let you know.

I felt good today, less 'medicated' and more in control, but as we know, Mr Manic is a sinister predator waiting to pounce at any time!

 

[berry2000]

Oh man that is hard 2 jobs both physical. A lot of meds cause drowsiness. I have to take mine an hour before bedtime in order to avoid that drowsy dopey feeling. Depakote was the worse for making me feel that way.

 

[angelkiss]

You are very welcome I hope the new meds work for you.
You're in our prayers!!
s and es!!