(posted in meds forum also)
Hi, it's been a long time since I was last on here (which is a good thing I suppose) Anyway, things have been on a downwards spiral for me for the last 6 or so months resulting in me having a bit of a psychotic episode which means I've been signed off work. I have been in contact with my GP and diagnosed with depression (again) Initially I refused a ref to mental health services for professional reasons however my GP is unable to prescribe the medication she thinks most suitable (venlafaxine) she prescribed citalopram but after taking it for 3 days I could no longer stand the side effects. I have been prescribed it before for mild depression but I'm sure it didn't make me feel that poorly. Feel like I've shot myself in the foot a bit. I have been left unsupported feeling very low, anxious, have no motivation and I'm really struggling.
Thanks