It is normal, I’ve done the exact same thing with lexapro. Usually three days is when I really feel the effects. Anyway, it’s more like your body is missing that chemical, not that it wore off. If you start taking it again you’ll get the chemical back and start feeling alright again, though it takes a few days for me.

Thank you . It feels like I am starting all over again. Headaches and anxiety come and go .

Yes that is normal. But, why did you skip 3 days? When you are taking this type of medication, it needs to be taken as prescribed. If you miss a dose again call your
doctor and ask them what to do. Can't make up your own dosing!

You'll be okay... it will feel better after a couple days.

I pull my back and didnt pick up my refill

I absolutely hated when I got off of Lexapro. I had the worse withdrawal symptoms ever and they lasted a while, I’m sure the same would happen by missing a few days. You have to slowly taper off this medication if you’re planning on getting off. If you just happened to miss 3 days I’m sure it’s gonna make you feel like crap. I really liked Prozac, it has a long half life so it doesn’t make you feel bad if you happen to miss pills or if you get off of it. With Lexapro I would get the brain zaps, dizziness, fogginess. Hopefully once you have the Lexapro back in your system you’ll start to feel better.

Thank you all for your response. Now my doctor wants me to give effexor a try . I am scared to try new stuff :(

I can understand you feeling scared, but know that the worst possible case is that you feel a little off for a few days if the medication is not a fit for you. I know it can be frustrating, but try to think that maybe the new medication will be perfect for you!
I've run out of medications before, not realizing that I had 0 refills left, and the sensation was very strange. I'm hoping that the new medication works for you.

Thank you and your right . I guess it's easy to be negative . I have to be positive and hopefully it works and give it a try

Hi Jroj, I stopped taking sertraline (also an SSRI with short half life) 3 days ago and today has been THE ABSOLUTE WORST - constant crying, extreme irritability, dizziness, brain shivers, feeling flu-like and a wierd feeling behind my eyes.. So I guess is the normal timeframe for your brain to feel that it's really missing what it needs. I thought I had been very careful in weaning down slowly over 6 weeks, but I guess I didn't go slowly enough or stay on low dose for long enough.. so I've restarted the smallest dose and will discuss further with my GP. I understand starting new meds is really scary, but there is also hope that it may help you to feel better.. Hopefully your GP and other people around you are supportive, it really helps to have someone you trust to confide in so they can look out for you in case you struggle with side effects.. so don't be afraid to reach out to someone.. all the best x

Crybaby88- I hope your feeling better and thank you for your feedback . I started effexor xr today so nervous

Thanks Jroj. I spoke to GP and restarted Sertraline 50mg, now taking it at night instead of in the morning, and I feel so much better! How are you getting on with the new tablet?

crybaby88- I have been doing ok . Just getting adjusted to it. Not sure how great it's working. I feel like I get light brain zaps here there but overall ok. I know it takes time to fully work so gonna give it a month more . Thanks for checking and I am glad your med is working for !!