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You're not alone in your pain. Fibromyalgia is a condition that can be difficult to diagnose and manage. If you're trying to cope with pain throughout your body, sleep problems, general fatigue, or other common fibromyalgia symptoms, you're in the right place. The community is here for you to talk about therapies and share your challenges.

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fibrosucks 05/03/2010

Hi guys! I'm not sure what to think of this or what to do about this but it sure is bugging me. Please don't think I'm nuts as you read this because I know I'm crazy. Lately I have been getting these thoughts that I would be better off dead. I'm not sure if anyone else has felt this way or even if it is normal. This is not a relentless, consuming thin although it pretty much happens every day. It is more like a fleeting thought and usually occurs when I'm tired and sometimes just out of the blue for no particular reason. I am debating whether I should go back on my Lexapro as I am now taking Savella and not sure if the two will mix. I've thought about increasing the Savella (I'm at 100 mg now) to see if that improves things. I hate the thought of going on another med as we do not have insurance right now and I don't want to make a Dr. appt because we don't need the extra bill right now. Does anybody else ever get like this or is this just me.

deleted_user 05/03/2010

although i would never take my life, nor would i want to not be alive. i have thought this too. i think its natural for this to come to mind when there is no way out of our physical & emotional suffering... trapped.. just trapped, so we automatically imagine ourselves 'gone'.
huggies to you xo

sunsetzzs 05/03/2010

Some of the side effects of these meds state that they can cause suicidal thoughts. If these thoughts are new to you or increasing each day, perhaps you can call your doctor's office and speak with a triage nurse about your medicine and get an opinion. It may just be a result of the emotional toll this has taken on you. I said to my husband about a month ago: I'm honestly not suicidal, but for the first time in my life, I can understand what drives people that are suffering in chronic pain to do so.

It's not an easy road. Prayer really helps me. Good luck, and don't hesitate to reach out for help if you are unsure. Better to err on the side of safety if in doubt. Hugs :)

deleted_user 05/03/2010

It is normal to think like this from time to time. You'll know you're in trouble when you start to think about ways to take yourself out. That is the definition of suicidal ideation. At least that's what my psychiatrist tells me. If the savella is not working, and you are already on a high dose of it, then you may need to get another med. Was lexapro working for you when you took it? If so, then you need to ask your caregiver to rx it for you. The makers of lexapro provided the medication to me free a few years ago when I was taking it, and they may very well do that still. If not, then check into another anti-depressant. Zoloft is generic now, and your doctor could prescribe the 100mg, and let you cut it in half if you only need 50mg, then the script lasts for two months. Can you tell I've been in your flip-flops before? LOL
Keep in touch.
Dolphin

fibrosucks 05/04/2010

Well, I did some checking and mixing Savella with Lexapro or Zoloft is a big no no. I feel much better fibro-wise since on the Savella. The Lexapro only worked so-so for the depression and Zoloft I had really bad side effects from. Does anybody take SAM-e and if you do is it effective? I really hate thinking this way. I have a 7 yo and a 9 yo and the last thing they need is a mother thinking stuff like this. Don't worry, haven't thought of ways to snuff myself out as I don't see me actually doing that. I couldn't see putting my kids through that.

deleted_user 05/04/2010

It sounds like it might be a side-effect from the Savella. I went back on klonopin for a sleep disorder after being off it and within days started having similar thoughts. Fortunately, I realized what it was and discontinued it. Within a couple of days, my mood was back to normal.

Google your meds and suicide ideation to see if it's listed as a side-effect. ADs are notorious for suicidal thoughts......

deleted_user 05/04/2010

Regarding the question about SAMe, I don't take that, but I do use 5-htp and DL-phenylalanine to control my depression. After being on meds for a number of years, I'm amazed at how much better they work--if I'm a bit down, I take another one and within hours, my mood has improved.

You absolutely can't take 5-htp with ADs as it can cause serotonin syndrome which can be life threatening.

deleted_user 05/04/2010

Hi fibrosucks... I agree with sherry and would call your doctors nurse and ask about it. I difinitely would not mix or raise anything without talking to the doc. and letting him know what your going through. Explain to the nurse your financial situation and see if they will work with you on this. Doc calls are free... take advantage of it ok...

Take care
Gentle hugs

deleted_user 05/04/2010

Yes, please call your practitioner. I stopped Cymbalta and started Savella but the SAvella made me depressed and angry at times. Now I take a very low dose of Cymbalta with it and I feel great.

deleted_user 05/04/2010

Same happened to me as Penny. I can't take antidepressant as they depress me evn more and I have a heart condition that is aggravated by antidepressants.. Go to the DR. bottom line..:) Good luck and soft Angel Hugs...Hinky

fibrosucks 05/04/2010

Just talked to doc. He said to lower the dose of the Savella and see if that helps.

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