I recently went to the doc and mentioned my migraines and some anxiety associated with it. The doc recommended an antidepressant Zoloft. I feel like I’m not depressed and not so anxious that I need a pill for it. I am a bit of a hypochondriac at times though. Does anyone have experience with this or any advice?

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whatever you do, do not take the antidepressant

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Lmao need some more context here

You had your teeth checked for grinding? I had awful headaches almost daily and went to a new dentist, and she mentioned that my teeth showed signs of grinding. I got a mouth guard that I sleep in now and I barely have headaches anymore. Huge quality of life improvement.

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I found out I was grinding bc my jaw kept clicking, and I asked the dentist just bc I happened to be there - the mouth guard hasn't stopped the clicking but at least my teeth are protected lol

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Had this issue too. Didn’t want to take a pill when the doctor prescribed it.

Went to a different doctor and he prescribed 4 things:
1) more consistent quality sleep
2) exercise
3) drink more water
4) better diet consisting of more fruits / veggies

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Zoloft did nothing for my depression, but did ameliorate my anxiety. I wouldn’t get too hung up in the label. Tylenol/paracetamol is classified as a painkiller, but it’s also a fever reducer. Labels don’t change anything.

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Interesting, I do notice more general anxiety for me than any sort of depression. Maybe it’s worth a try

I’d get a second opinion. And express your desire to not take an antidepressant. Don’t just take it because one doctor said you should. Good luck!

PS - I totally feel this. Getting off Adderall was the hardest year of my life after taking it for 10+.

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Yeah that’s kinda how I feel. She didn’t really even consult much just like this pill will fix everything lol I know how much antidepressants can mess with brain chemistry

Listen to what makes sense to you; it’s your body and you have to advocate for it. Based on what you described, I’d get a second opinion.

I am on small dose of Zoloft for PMDD and it has been life changing. But I had never been on another SSRI or other antidepressant/anti-anxiety medication before, so I don’t know how it compares. But personally I’ve had a great experience - started at 25mg then increased to 50mg.

Is your doctor going to monitor your dosage and check-in with you? When I got on it, both my psychiatrist and general practitioner wanted semi-regular check-ins to ensure the medication and dose were right for me.

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Thanks for this. Part of me is worried to try it and then stop it after a few weeks if I don’t like it but guess I won’t know until I try!

Do doctors still get kickbacks for antidepressants? Unfortunately, many doctors resort to this as a quick fix.

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I’m with C1 - stress from work exacerbated my social anxiety and made it hard to manage people. Small dose of Zoloft made a difference and I was happier on it.

Stopped when I moved two-three years ago and just worked up the courage to ask my doc about going back on.

That said, echo others’ sentiments about being careful given past experience etc etc

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Another option is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Gives you the tools to manage anxiety, etc. I only went to three sessions, but it was very helpful if you find the right person.

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A lot of doctors are real quick to prescribe antidepressants

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They understand it. I don’t think they care and think they know better than us.

Have you tried taking CBD? I swear by it. I haven’t touched my Xanax in years.

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THS content varies, may need to find optimal.

see pain management physiothetapist, mine was helpful. screen light, time, posture etc.. all contributed. i also lowered BP meds.

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Low doses of Zoloft function well for anxiety. I’ve personally never been on it, but tried several others for help with anxiety, I don’t have depression. Lexipro worked wonders but was a little hard to get off of (I.e. felt light headed like a slightly tipsy feeling for about 3 weeks as I weaned from it). Viibryd is the new one on the scene and I loved it! Was on it for about 6 years. I only got off of it because I’m try to get pregnant. No trouble weaning off this one. Don’t knock it.. give it a try for a few months and see how you feel. If the results are minimal, stop using and try something holistic.

Per the comment above, I didn’t change my drinking, i did not have any sort of interaction.

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Some context too, I took cymbalta when my mom passed like 10 years ago and it was the worst time of my life getting off of it 2 years later. Really don’t want to go thru something like that again

Did you share this with your doctor? Get a second opinion if you are concerned about the prescription.

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