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Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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I know I should probably have the answer to this but how do you know when it is time to up your anti-d's? I've been feeling great lately, a lot more upbeat and positive, so I think the Zoloft is definitely the one for me. My Dr. mentioned raising it from 50mg to 100mg, but I'm not sure. How do I know if I need it? I mean, I am still feeling a little bit out of sorts--but not totally. Should I go for it? What have you guys done?
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I'm uncomfortable with many of the questions about meds. We are not professionals here and there is much health information that docs put into these decisions to rely on word of mouth.

ADs are like antiobiotics to me. Most people, once they begin to feel better give up the treatment/meds. Then they run into problems. The best person for this is your doc.

In terms of patient rights, there are many online resources that will give you information on side effects. However, most side effects listed are specific to people.

For example, some people here mix drugs or alcohol with their meds. Their side effects are going to be different as is their success. I'm very cautious of where I go for medication information.

Don't forget your pharamacist. They study for years on this subject.
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There is some reason your doc wants to up the dose. I would say do what he wants to do. It could only get better..right? I am glad that you are getting positive results from your meds. That is great news!
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I disagree. Sorry, Pixiedst, no offense. (cringe) But I had my docs up mes that weren't helping me and I ended up getting side effects. It could go either way. I think talking to the professionals is the way to go for you.
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Thanks for the great advice everyone. It is a hard call I guess. I like the idea of talking to my pharmacist. I never really thought about that before. I guess the thing is that I'm feeling really good now--but I'm worried that the effects will wear off eventually. Of course I would never base any decision of medication SOLELY on the information DS users provide, but it does help me think of new perspectives, resources and questions to ask my doc.
Thanks again!
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moon...the other issue is over the counter meds. I learned a few years ago that cold and allergy products have "uppers". They are also known to cause depression -- ephedrine and pseudoephedrine if you read package details. I stopped using them years ago and do much better around depression.
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i think if you should go with your body, is there much point upping the AD's if you already feel good?
also i dont know what its like over there but i know for a fact that in aus the doctors get a commision on the AD's, i know that sounds a bit sinister, i guess it is really. but good luck
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