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05/30/2009 01:08 PM
Jazzmary
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this medicine change is having me go crazy. i am no longer anxious but now i am severely depressed like questioning why death isnt a option. i called a crisis hotline who told me to go to the hospital and i called and having a friend come over to keep me company. what other things can i do to get rid of these thoughts or what course of action do you suggest?
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05/30/2009 01:14 PM  Top
itsmynightmare
I'm glad you were able to call one of the crisis lines and are having a friend keep you company but usually when it has something to do with a med change you need to call your pdoc and see what they would recommend...maybe they would want you to go to hospital especially if you are having those thoughts.

05/30/2009 01:28 PM  Top
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Jazz, you need to call your pdoc right now and tell him/her what this med is doing. He'll have you stop it. If you are really feeling like you will hurt yourself, go to the ER when your friend gets there.
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05/30/2009 01:40 PM  Top
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everyone is right so far.

call your doc. if the friend coming over doesnt help then definitely the hospital next.

05/30/2009 01:49 PM  Top
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Jazz, if you don't feel any better after your friend arrives then go to hospital with your friend right away. I'll say a prayer for you, hang in there girl, you can do it...Ermm
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05/30/2009 03:19 PM  Top
bejeweled
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This is the major problem with med changes. I know they have tried to put Katy in the hospital before just for this reason. The meds mess with the chemicals in your brain. Logical thought it probably out the window. The hospital really is the best place to be. It is safe and they can adjust you as needed. Even if it just for the night.
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05/30/2009 03:26 PM  Top
mechjockusa
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med changes suck, just hang in there try to contact your pdoc, If not able to then take the crisis line advice and seek medical attention. you may try hanging out with your friend but seeking medical attention is the best possible answer.
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05/30/2009 04:03 PM  Top
grandmalynda
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Med changes can be tricky. I'm glad your friend will be with you, but get to the hospital to be on the safe side.

05/30/2009 04:04 PM  Top
rmm164
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I don't think I can add anything, everyone's about said it all. I think you've done all the right things so far. If it gets worse I would definitely go to the hospital. There is no point taking the chance that you might act on the thoughts. You are too special to lose so take care of yourself.
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05/30/2009 04:51 PM  Top
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Hope it is better for you, Jazz. The crisis line gave you the best advice. In a situation like you describe go to a safe place...hospital or emergency room where they can help.
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