I don’t even know how to describe how i’m feeling.
i’m about 7 weeks off (cold turkey, followed doctors orders) - was on 5mg lexapro for 5 years, and 10mg prozac for 30 days.
the physical side effects are subsiding. the dizziness went away, no more nausea, appetite is slowly coming back, brain zaps are a lot less frequent…. but now I just feel like a zombie. I don’t know how else to put it. im forcing myself to function like a human but it’s just so blah, I feel like im sleepwalking if that makes any sense.
I got some bloodwork back and my b12 levels are pretty low so going to take care of that when I see my doctor again on friday. i’m hoping that has something to do with how i’m feeling.
can anyone relate?
2020-august 21st 2026 - 5mg lexapro august 21st - september 21 2026 - 10 mg prozac cold turkey due to adverse reaction to prozac
When starting vitamin D supplementation, aim for average levels rather than high target ranges. High vitamin D levels can overactivate the CYP3A4 enzyme. Check if your medication is metabolized by CYP3A4, as increased enzyme activity can lower drug concentrations and reduce effectiveness. Don't forget to take vitamin K2 alongside it to prevent calcium from depositing in your arteries.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35380747/
Since your medication is metabolized by multiple enzymes (not just CYP3A4), targeting higher vitamin D levels might not cause an issue for you, but it's definitely something to keep an eye on. Many people report feeling great and having more energy at higher vitamin D levels, but if you notice any unusual symptoms, you can always lower your daily dose or maintenance dose
Also, if you do begin vitamin D supplements, take in the morning. Taking in the evening has been believed to affect the sleep circadian rhythm. It's like getting a ton of sunlight right before bed
Zyprexa started at 2.5mg in late April26 — 0.60mg at Nov 2026— actively tapering Doxepin (Silenor / Sinequan) — started at 2mg in June26 - 0mg at Nov 2026— completed tapering
Yeah, btw your zombie feeling is probably a lot from the fact that you're getting better and more relaxed. With less anxiety to trigger hyper awareness, you get that way. It's not all a bad thing but a sign of progress so don't let it scare you. It'll end eventually
Zyprexa started at 2.5mg in late April26 — 0.60mg at Nov 2026— actively tapering Doxepin (Silenor / Sinequan) — started at 2mg in June26 - 0mg at Nov 2026— completed tapering
I feel the same way. I'm able to walk, talk, drive, type, pet the dog, and work (kind of). But I'm not there. It's like the lights are on but no one is home. The core of who I am, the vitality of life is missing. I'm also having trouble performing complex tasks.
I'm sorry you're feeling this way. You're not alone.
Viibryd — 10mg — 8 months — taken off at hospital on Aug. 28. Seroquel — 25mg — 5 days stopped due to terrible side effects. Doxepin - 50mg started on Aug.28. -> started tapering on Nov 1. currently at 40mg
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