Bad Zoloft! insomnia bad!?!
Question:
Bad Zoloft! insomnia bad!?
took my 1st zoloft pill today (only 25mg), and i have to say, there is NO WAY i can take this again....i felt fine all day after taking it, but, its been in my system about 14hrs and its bed time now...i went from easy to sleep, deep sleep to, insomnia, im rolling around for the past 1.5hours....
and just when i feel like im about to fall asleep, somethingbothers me, like a hot flash, of a leg pain, or i feel like im short of breath, or my heart races a little...like its causing a small panic attack....this SUCKS!
Answers:
Hi! I’m so sorry to hear you’re feeling bad. If you're suffering from depression or panic attacks, please try the following steps (whether you continue taking the meds). I think they'll really help:
1.Breathe properly - if you control your breathing, you control panic. As soon as you notice the signs of anxiety, check your breathing: breathe in slowly through your nose pushing your tummy out (to the count of 5 or so). Breathe out slowly and for a bit longer (to the count of 7 or so) through your mouth. Do not breathe rapidly or shallowly (in the chest area). This will soon restore the balance of oxygen and you will feel a lot better.
2. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy! CBT is proven to be the most effective thing for panic attacks and depression. It takes a bit of work, but it is super effective. You can speak to your doctor about taking a course or you can take a course for free online at: http://www.livinglifetothefull.com/... It has been funded by NHS Scotland and has had great results thus far.
3. Try relaxation exercise tapes (progressive muscular relaxation). They really help if you practise often enough. This site has instructions on how to do it without the tapes (and other useful info): http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resource...
With each of these steps, practise makes perfect. I hope this helps and you feel better soon. Don’t give up hope! Best of luck!