borka26
21-07-11, 00:50
I have been on 20mg of cit daily for a couple of years to combat depression. I didn't noticeably suffer from any of the side effects other than sweating more than normal. I have tried to come off them a couple of times but didnt manage it - at my last GP review we decided that I would continue to take them.
The only thing I have become more aware of is the reaction I have to alcohol. I have always been a binge drinker (british disease!) but could always handle a big night out with no memory loss and a mild hangover. I would always get the post booze anxiety attacks (commonly known in my circle of friends as a 'PBA') but never that serious. After taking cit, I have had many a night out where I cant remember what i have done, how I got home etc and the PBAs last for days - even if I have only had a a quiet one and had four or five pints...............
Now, it could be that as I get older (knocking on the door of forty) my tolerance to booze is decreasing. It could be that I am drinking stronger alcohol....... but i dont think so. I think its the cit. Spoke to Doc about it and he said to give up. That aint gonna happen....... its not that bad that I need to give up and I never do anything really stupid (good bunch of mates who protect me).... just interested to see if anyone else has similar experiences?
btw, on a different note, dont go cold turkey - its rubbish!
and another;
first post - I have been a lurker for some time but have felt the need to say something at last. So, as an intro, 38, married, 3 kids, 2 dogs, corporate job, managing a large extension build and doing triathlons - exercise is the best form of medication - try it.......
The only thing I have become more aware of is the reaction I have to alcohol. I have always been a binge drinker (british disease!) but could always handle a big night out with no memory loss and a mild hangover. I would always get the post booze anxiety attacks (commonly known in my circle of friends as a 'PBA') but never that serious. After taking cit, I have had many a night out where I cant remember what i have done, how I got home etc and the PBAs last for days - even if I have only had a a quiet one and had four or five pints...............
Now, it could be that as I get older (knocking on the door of forty) my tolerance to booze is decreasing. It could be that I am drinking stronger alcohol....... but i dont think so. I think its the cit. Spoke to Doc about it and he said to give up. That aint gonna happen....... its not that bad that I need to give up and I never do anything really stupid (good bunch of mates who protect me).... just interested to see if anyone else has similar experiences?
btw, on a different note, dont go cold turkey - its rubbish!
and another;
first post - I have been a lurker for some time but have felt the need to say something at last. So, as an intro, 38, married, 3 kids, 2 dogs, corporate job, managing a large extension build and doing triathlons - exercise is the best form of medication - try it.......