How I learned to live without Prozac
Without wishing to undermine the effectiveness of this famous medicine known worldwide; in this post I share my experience of how I learned to live without Prozac. Some may not know it, so it is important to remember that this medication is indicated mainly to treat chronic depressive symptoms, as well as anxiety and panic.
Well, in my case this medication was indicated to treat a chronic depressive disorder, after a suicide attempt. I was 6 months under psychiatric treatment. Doctor attended me at the clinic once a week. For 2 hours I was talking with my dear psychiatrist, Dr. Alberto Franco, I will never forget him, because his attention helped me enormously to improve.
At the beginning it was a cocktail of drugs, whose main ingredient was Prozac. I remember that after one month of treatment I started to feel the effects. My mood was improving. The doctor at some point explained the function, although I confess that I did not catch anything. Months later it was that I could understand something about the function of the medicine, for the testimony told of other patients in the psychiatric consultation and a relative pharmacist.
I also confess that more than the Prozac, my favorite was the Lexotanil, as it took me to long and deep naps, making me forget my fears or my sorrows. However, as I mentioned earlier, Prozac was the main one, the highest dose among many medications. I do not remember how much the dose was, nor how many times a day I took it, but I do remember that we bought a weekly bottle.
In short, the treatment was expensive, but it did me a lot of good. I felt more and more animated. After 3 months the doctor began to prescribe me lower doses, and thanks to my willingness to take herbal tea, the drugs were gradually replaced. Everything indicated that my emotional disorder was caused more by attitude towards life and less by a hormonal alteration.
Obviously venting in the consultations and improving my relationship with my parents helped a lot to be less dependent on Prozac. Do not think that it is so easy to leave it, in fact I have read that it is very delicate to interrupt the treatment abruptly. Doing so can make the patient's situation worse. So the doctor responsibly watched the process of leaving the medication.
In addition, the therapy recommended by the doctor followed it to the letter. So I opened myself to experience new things and get away from people who caused me harm. I stopped listening to depressing music and replaced it with happy music. Nothing to watch tragic movies. I started dating with friends with whom I felt good. And I assure you, the icing on the cake that made me overcome my depressive picture was the power of prayer.
Regardless of the religion you have, the spiritual connection is extremely important. When one is bad, you need to let off steam, crying is like washing the sorrows of the soul, and God does not bother our tears. Prayer is that contact that provides hope, hope, optimism, and with this base you can look at the world with different eyes. I do not underestimate the valuable contribution of medications, but let's not leave aside the fact that there must be a balance of body, mind and soul to heal.
My psychiatric treatment lasted 6 months. I never needed to take Prozac again. I was surprised to know that other patients with whom I made a slight friendship, were still taking their cocktail of drugs, even with the passage of time, they were practically dependent and they got very badly falling into critical episodes of depression or anxiety.
Twenty years have passed since that experience. I have had too good and other bad moments in my life. Even stages in which I have felt very depressed. A few months ago I was about to enter a critical stage for reasons beyond our control. However, here I am again standing and encouraged. And I can assure you without a lie that I learned to live without Prozac.
Before I say goodbye, I remind you that leaving this medication is delicate. Depression and anxiety is a topic that should not be taken lightly. My intention is to let you know my experience. It could be one of those few cases that we are not dependent on the medication. It would be useful for some to know that there are additional options that favor the recovery process of depressive symptoms or anxiety. I hope my story is encouraging to generate positive changes and keep moving forward.
Life goes on, so learn how to cope. I appreciate your reading. Support me with your vote and comments to continue disperse the good vibes
