Hi Daffodil,

It sounds like you're having a rough time right now, which I am really sorry to hear. I have never taken those specific medications, but know from personal experience that it can be really rough starting and adjusting to new medications. It would be even tougher to be alone. But I am glad you reached out for support on here because you certainly are not alone.

When I am having a rough time, I try to practice good self care. Is there something you can do to help you relax? Maybe put in a favorite movie or take a warm bath or listen to some calming music or make a cup of warm tea? I know it can be tough to get yourself to do things like that sometimes when you are feeling very low, but if you can, I think it may help.

Feel free to message me on here if you want to chat...I will be on frequently throughout the day.

Bless you Wildflower. I am watching a show on Netflix and watching the rain come down. It is calming. I have a lot of health anxiety so when my body starts feeling weird because of medication it causes me more anxiety and round and round I go. It is very kind of you to take the time to reply to my post. Not so alone after all.

When I first took buproprion I found myself lying on the couch listening to The Messiah by Handel, again and again and again. Staring into space, loving every second of this, well, doped out high really.

Sadly it doesn't have this effect any more. :D Well not sadly, I have a job. but it had that effect for probably a week.

Often times medications will give us strange side affects for maybe the first week or two and then start to subside. I remember when I first took Wellbutrin, my anxiety would become worse and I felt like I had just drank a whole pot of coffee. The symptoms did finally go away. I hope these new meds work well for you and they symptoms go away soon. If not, please call your doc. Hugs GB

The first few days/week on a new med is the worst. Always some strange feeling or symptom that throws you off. Sounds like you are doing a good job of distracting yourself though.

Daffodil2: we are in the same boat right now, im just started a new med and also getting weird feelings like no appettite, upset stomach and super tired. Im like you, I suffer from Health Anxiety and mostlikely the symptoms are from the new med my mind goes into full anxiety thinking there something bad with me, I used lavander spray to help me relax to sleep, relaxing music like wilflower said also a warm bath with lavander helps me too. Im here for you message me we can help each other

Please, please get hydrated. Your anxiety levels are affected immediately when the medication works, so stay hydrated. It will minimize those symptoms.

Best wishes!

Today I am feeling better than yesterday. I am trying to stay hydrated but my stomach feels so weird. Thanks to all of you for your support.

You are very welcome, Daffodil. I am glad you were able to keep busy yesterday. The rain is so calming, isn't it? I sometimes wish it would rain everyday, all day, because I love it so much.

Health anxiety makes it even more difficult dealing the start up side effects of medications. I think upset stomach is a pretty common side effect of most medications. I think it has something to do with the fact that there are many serotonin receptors in the GI tract, not just in the brain. Who knew? I remember I was fascinated when I learned that fact. But hopefully the stomach issues will resolve in a few days. I know I had a little nausea when I started my last med, but it lasted just a few days and then went away. Hopefully the same will be true for you.

When you are feeling nervous about experiencing a side effect, try to remind yourself that no matter what, you will survive. No matter what happens, you will be able to handle it. I know it sounds simple and can be hard to do in the moment, but the little reminders really can help.

I am glad you are feeling better today. Please keep us updated!