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I think it's time for me to go back on meds, but it's been so long i'm almost scared. Like I don't even know where to start and will it be the right kind?? and what about nasty side effects?
i know, i know, i just need to do it!
i know, i know, i just need to do it!
You know how it is ... it takes time, but if you get the rigth combo of meds it will change your life! Good luck
I suggest you have no fear of medications, . but research whatever your Doc prescribes and talk to him about your concerns.
I will admit, there are some that are advertised that I do not think I would take .... seems like they are the 'newer' ones ... (hence the advertisements/commercials). I don't know if the newer ones have greater risks than the 'older' ones, OR the FDA has more strenuous 'warning' requirements now.
I use www.wikipedia.org to get a lot of medication info.
One thing that can be said .. if a medication is 'too risky' .. it would not likely 'sell' .. so I would be very objective about it.
I think we should be 'diligent' in what medications we take .. do some research first, then talk to our doctors, then make our decision.