FabSwingers.com mobile

Join us FREE, we're FREE to use

Web's largest swingers site since 2006.

Already registered?
Login here

Back to forum list
Back to Virus

Sertraline

Jump to newest
 

By *urvyBunny OP   Woman
6 weeks ago

Suffolk

Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
6 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

You would be an incredibly lucky person not to have initial side effects with any anti depressant.

Read the info on the enclosed packet, this will tell you all about side effects (common to rare). Or look at the nhs website, it'll be more succinct.

The GP will want to monitor you over a period of time, so do attend the appointments.

Btw the side effects should settle down.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *urvyBunny OP   Woman
6 weeks ago

Suffolk


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

You would be an incredibly lucky person not to have initial side effects with any anti depressant.

Read the info on the enclosed packet, this will tell you all about side effects (common to rare). Or look at the nhs website, it'll be more succinct.

The GP will want to monitor you over a period of time, so do attend the appointments.

Btw the side effects should settle down."

Thank you, glad to know they will settle

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ot workman 88Man
6 weeks ago

Colchester


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

I had been on these a few time 150mg I really didn't like the way they made me feel very disconnected and I couldn't orgasm

Then the jolts and flashes started to happen

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ock_the_dadbodMan
6 weeks ago

Birmingham

I've been on them many times before, the initial symptoms are difficult but try to focus on your feelings and mood, try to find your previous baseline of normal and measure yourself against that. It's a tricky one as sometimes the sertraline can essentially make you feel numb to everyone and everything around you, but stick with it, happy to talk anytime

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *enob6024Couple
6 weeks ago

tenby

Hi I’m actually a speciality emergency medic working in a&e and had experience working in primary care also. I did try privately messaging you but I’m out of your age range.

All medication similar to this carry side effects, and many of them make you feel worse before you feel better, indeed some cause patients to have suicidal thoughts not long after starting them, however you need to bear with them, they’ll take a few months to get used to and gain some benefit from them. We’re not 100% on how they fully work on some people and not on others, so we do often have to trial different ones before we find the right one for you. Keep your gp up to date with your progress. Hope they help and you feel an improvement soon xxx Dean

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ucka39Man
6 weeks ago

Newcastle

Long term usage can leave you having twitching, face and maybe other parts of the body which becomes uncontrollable. So must be doing some damage with the nerve system

I was advised many years ago that it's only supposed to be prescribed on a temporary basis

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ete hMan
6 weeks ago

Penzance

Personally, I found any anti-depressants I had had no effect past an initial placebo effect. But certainly affected things like sex-drive and sleep etc

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *eetsRNMan
6 weeks ago

oldham

horrible stuff whizzing your tits off no sleep feel dirty amd anxious grinding teeth. some people it works but powerful stuff either way

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *eetsRNMan
6 weeks ago

oldham

a lot of anti depresaamts have powerful side effects gor little relief. avoif if possible. try ant anxiety meds

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *r-8-BBCMan
6 weeks ago

LONDON


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

I had to stop taking them it was getting too much !

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
6 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Long term usage can leave you having twitching, face and maybe other parts of the body which becomes uncontrollable. So must be doing some damage with the nerve system

I was advised many years ago that it's only supposed to be prescribed on a temporary basis "

A minimum of 6 months.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
6 weeks ago

Peterborough


"a lot of anti depresaamts have powerful side effects gor little relief. avoif if possible. try ant anxiety meds "

Antidepressants are often prescribed for generalised anxiety. Benzodiazepines can be prescribed very short term, but not for depression.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ortyairCouple
6 weeks ago

Wallasey

It's an awful drug and you'd be better off asking to be placed on something not from the same group as drugs as Sertraline,

Mrs x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ucka39Man
6 weeks ago

Newcastle


"Long term usage can leave you having twitching, face and maybe other parts of the body which becomes uncontrollable. So must be doing some damage with the nerve system

I was advised many years ago that it's only supposed to be prescribed on a temporary basis

A minimum of 6 months."

Agreed unless you have an allergic reaction 😂

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *sWyldWoman
6 weeks ago

Edinburgh

My son was prescribed them about 6 months ago . He has anxiety and depression. He is also autistic.

He finds he has side effects with some brands of the drug but not others. He's much better on them than without them but he's on a fairly low dose.

If you are concerned speak to your GP or pharmacist.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ucka39Man
6 weeks ago

Newcastle


"My son was prescribed them about 6 months ago . He has anxiety and depression. He is also autistic.

He finds he has side effects with some brands of the drug but not others. He's much better on them than without them but he's on a fairly low dose.

If you are concerned speak to your GP or pharmacist. "

Best remedies for anxiety and depression is having someone who is willing to not only understand but willing to understand how they look at things in there position

Tablet just numb the pain and try and block the memory of why they are feeling it but talking is healthier and even getting the opportunity to speak to a complete stranger in similar circumstances helps bounce off each other

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *toatMan
6 weeks ago

grangemouth

Am on blood pressure neds and venlfaxen 150 twice a day i got Viagra but don't like the Viagra try to manage without at first the lack of feeling at first but gets better through time

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittlemissFlirtyCouple
6 weeks ago

3rd Rock from the sun


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

The side effects should settle down after a few days but obviously if they persist please speak to your GP. The only real side effect I had when I first started on them was yawning !

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
6 weeks ago

Sheffield

Had sertraline twice. First they worked. Second time I started to feel really empty and spaced out, no emotion at all at times, but I'm could fuck for hours lol. After a break for 18 months this my symptoms have deteriorated again and I am back on fluoxetine. The initial symptoms were awful, headaches and tired especially. These are easing though. Just tinnitus, that is works with my depression, that I had before, remains. Fingers crossed that goes soon.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
6 weeks ago

Sheffield

Had sertraline twice. First they worked. Second time I started to feel really empty and spaced out, no emotion at all at times, but I'm could fuck for hours lol. After a break for 18 months this my symptoms have deteriorated again and I am now on fluoxetine. The initial symptoms were awful, headaches and tired especially. These are easing though. Just tinnitus, that is works with my depression, that I had before, remains. Fingers crossed that goes soon.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hesoftboyMan
6 weeks ago

Cleethorpes/Sheffield

I was prescribed them and started at half a 50mg tablet going up 50 every two weeks until I reach 100mg.

The first two weeks were great but as i increased the dose I felt like the medicine was going past my problem and taking me somewhere else if that makes any sense?

I made the decision myself to go back down to the initial 25mg dose and it works wonders for me - almost like micro-dosing - and I didn't bother to tell my gp cos a packet of 100mg tablets lasts me four months cos I cut them into 4.

On this dose for me the side effects are pretty much nonexistant.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *sWyldWoman
6 weeks ago

Edinburgh


"My son was prescribed them about 6 months ago . He has anxiety and depression. He is also autistic.

He finds he has side effects with some brands of the drug but not others. He's much better on them than without them but he's on a fairly low dose.

If you are concerned speak to your GP or pharmacist.

Best remedies for anxiety and depression is having someone who is willing to not only understand but willing to understand how they look at things in there position

Tablet just numb the pain and try and block the memory of why they are feeling it but talking is healthier and even getting the opportunity to speak to a complete stranger in similar circumstances helps bounce off each other "

He gets a lot of support at home and work and has also been to therapy. He chose to go down the medication route and I'm very proud of him for recognising he needed a little bit of help .

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
6 weeks ago

Peterborough


"It's an awful drug and you'd be better off asking to be placed on something not from the same group as drugs as Sertraline,

Mrs x"

SSRIs are a successful group of antidepressants but it can be trial and error within the group.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
6 weeks ago

Peterborough


"My son was prescribed them about 6 months ago . He has anxiety and depression. He is also autistic.

He finds he has side effects with some brands of the drug but not others. He's much better on them than without them but he's on a fairly low dose.

If you are concerned speak to your GP or pharmacist.

Best remedies for anxiety and depression is having someone who is willing to not only understand but willing to understand how they look at things in there position

Tablet just numb the pain and try and block the memory of why they are feeling it but talking is healthier and even getting the opportunity to speak to a complete stranger in similar circumstances helps bounce off each other "

Talking therapies and meds is definitely the best combination

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
6 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Am on blood pressure neds and venlfaxen 150 twice a day i got Viagra but don't like the Viagra try to manage without at first the lack of feeling at first but gets better through time "

Do not miss appointments with GP as venlafaxine can affect bp.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iss_Juicy79Woman
6 weeks ago

Edinburgh

I was on it for 4 years it worked well for me.

The side effects will pass however you may develop dry mouth I found mouth spray helped with mine

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
6 weeks ago

Sheffield


"I was on it for 4 years it worked well for me.

The side effects will pass however you may develop dry mouth I found mouth spray helped with mine "

What sort of mouth spray?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *tephanie 53TV/TS
6 weeks ago

weoley castle

Been on it for years after about 2-3 weeks you'll be fine...

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittlemissFlirtyCouple
6 weeks ago

3rd Rock from the sun


"I was on it for 4 years it worked well for me.

The side effects will pass however you may develop dry mouth I found mouth spray helped with mine

What sort of mouth spray? "

You can get things like oralbalace gel or artificial saliva spray from your local pharmacy x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ubmissivebexWoman
6 weeks ago

Yeovil

I've been on sertraline and other SSRIs for over 20 years. The initial side effects should settle may be worth taking at night to begin with so effects aren't as strong.

As above it can be trial and error for which works for you but these I've been on longest with the most success and no side effects after initial few months. Though having had a break getting effects again this time.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *inkystar1Woman
6 weeks ago

Heathfield


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

I was on sertraline. Put on weight, no sex drive, headaches. Try 2 more drugs before I found one that worked. There are so many different types and you may need to try a few before you find the one for you.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *igBaldandGingerMan
6 weeks ago

Derby


"Had sertraline twice. First they worked. Second time I started to feel really empty and spaced out, no emotion at all at times, but I'm could fuck for hours lol. After a break for 18 months this my symptoms have deteriorated again and I am back on fluoxetine. The initial symptoms were awful, headaches and tired especially. These are easing though. Just tinnitus, that is works with my depression, that I had before, remains. Fingers crossed that goes soon. "

Glad it's not just me about 'fucking for hours' or more likely, just taking longer to cum.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
6 weeks ago

Sheffield


"Had sertraline twice. First they worked. Second time I started to feel really empty and spaced out, no emotion at all at times, but I'm could fuck for hours lol. After a break for 18 months this my symptoms have deteriorated again and I am back on fluoxetine. The initial symptoms were awful, headaches and tired especially. These are easing though. Just tinnitus, that is works with my depression, that I had before, remains. Fingers crossed that goes soon.

Glad it's not just me about 'fucking for hours' or more likely, just taking longer to cum."

No mate lol. It was good at first but even my partner got fed up at times lol

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *lusherCouple
6 weeks ago

bodmin


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

Side effects usually taper off after the first week which is when benefit kicks in

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iss_Juicy79Woman
6 weeks ago

Edinburgh


"I was on it for 4 years it worked well for me.

The side effects will pass however you may develop dry mouth I found mouth spray helped with mine

What sort of mouth spray? "

I got mone from boots just a mint flavour spray for dry mouth

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ozzie3685Man
6 weeks ago

kirkham/st helens


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

I have been on these for about 8 years now on 200mg never had a problem and work perfect for me

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *uchessdoeWoman
6 weeks ago

Northampton


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

My side-effects disappeared within a couple of weeks, however if I miss a dose, I get horrendously dizzy! It can take me a while to cum, but more often than not I'm fine

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *lusherCouple
6 weeks ago

bodmin


"Long term usage can leave you having twitching, face and maybe other parts of the body which becomes uncontrollable. So must be doing some damage with the nerve system

I was advised many years ago that it's only supposed to be prescribed on a temporary basis "

This is not true of ssri or snri. It only applies to antipsychotics and metoclopramide which is a nausea drug. This is EPSE effects

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *lusherCouple
6 weeks ago

bodmin


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

My side-effects disappeared within a couple of weeks, however if I miss a dose, I get horrendously dizzy! It can take me a while to cum, but more often than not I'm fine "

The manufacturers call that "discontinuation side effects" I will sometimes give a sizable dose of fluoextine to cushion it but usually just taper the dose down.over months. The effects on orgasms is well known.and I.learnt it from a porn star!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
6 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

My side-effects disappeared within a couple of weeks, however if I miss a dose, I get horrendously dizzy! It can take me a while to cum, but more often than not I'm fine

The manufacturers call that "discontinuation side effects" I will sometimes give a sizable dose of fluoextine to cushion it but usually just taper the dose down.over months. The effects on orgasms is well known.and I.learnt it from a porn star!"

It sounds like the medication has a short half life. Venlafaxine is the same.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *aryportmeatMan
6 weeks ago

Maryport

It messes me up, stops you feeling any feelings what so ever, I’ve never felt the same since, it’s a doctors go to blag, a quick fix,

My recommendation is do without it.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
6 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent

Been on them since October, initially they caused quite rapid diarrhea after about 6-8 weeks it's settled down, been "trouble free" for a couple of weeks now, made a real difference to me, and my outlook in fairness, probably gonna stay on them for another 12 months or so, moving into my own place in the next few months (marriage breakdown) do feel a bit "wizzy" at times, which I like, and can be a bit frantic but with taking these and a few other things I've been doing I'm all good. I take them in the morning after breakfast as they can bring on insomnia, although I do wake about 4-5am each day but positives outweigh the negatives for me x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *attooedlad199521Man
6 weeks ago

Bournemouth

These was the best thing for me first week was abit hard but after that something in your brain just switches like a light was very strange and I suddenly felt better

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orseman82Man
5 weeks ago

Marlborough

Antidepressants were a life raft to keep my head above water in the worst times.

However, the side effects from a number of different medications at different dosages, in conjunction with the physical manifestations of ill mental health are extensive.

Vivid nightmares, nocturnal bruxism (ended up breaking a tooth), sexual dysfunction, hemiplegic headaches, occipital neuralgia due to increase muscle tension and catatonic states, nausea, loss of appetite, altered concentration, poor memory, poor nail health, etc.

The list goes on and on.

Communicate any symptoms you have with your GP or mental health coordinator if you have one.

My meds were sertraline, Citalopram, metazapine, lorazepam, diazepam and quetiapine

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *rpv78Man
5 weeks ago

st austell

I've been taking sertraline for 25 years, and it changed my life for the better!

I'm happy to answer any questions about it, believe me! I've asked them all myself! Xz

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *rpv78Man
5 weeks ago

st austell

Also, there is no evidence of long term sertraline usage being damaging or medically dangerous

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ormerWelshcouple2020Man
5 weeks ago

Stourbridge

I was on 200 mg for a long time. Dreadful dry mouth

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *urvyBunny OP   Woman
5 weeks ago

Suffolk

Thank you everyone for your responses! I really appreciate it and I feel as though the side effects are nearly non existent now, other than feeling extremely tired!

It was good to read others experiences on sertraline, I'll continue on these and see how I go, while keeping in contact with my GP

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ornishkink69Man
5 weeks ago

penzance

One side effect I've found from taking any antidepressant is either lack of sex drive or the inability to climax. That is ok for a while as you can last for hours but does get tiresome and can affect your mental health even more.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
5 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent


"One side effect I've found from taking any antidepressant is either lack of sex drive or the inability to climax. That is ok for a while as you can last for hours but does get tiresome and can affect your mental health even more. "

Funny you say that.....I've usually been completely the opposite way when it comes to lasting, recently I've been going on for ages, whilst it's good, it also seems to be non existent after 2 goes....stuck on 2.5 shags last couple of meets....🤦‍♂️😂😂

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *eard and BoobsCouple
5 weeks ago

Portstewart

Made me feel like a was a passenger in my own body but it did help with the reason that I was put on it. Unfortunately all those kind of meds have crap side effects and do lead to problems with libido etc

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *igad999Man
5 weeks ago

wolverhampton


"Made me feel like a was a passenger in my own body but it did help with the reason that I was put on it. Unfortunately all those kind of meds have crap side effects and do lead to problems with libido etc"

I had pretty much the same few years ago. Wasn’t the sex drive was the impotence part. Ok things can help that but I changed meds and was fine for after

Came off meds about 5 years ago

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hongman1Man
5 weeks ago

Achiltibuie

Only side effects I had with setraline was that it took me ages to cum, which isn’t exactly a terrible side effect until I only had time for a quickie lol

Reading the messages above, I’d say I was pretty lucky!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ongeaton87Man
5 weeks ago

Long eaton


"Only side effects I had with setraline was that it took me ages to cum, which isn’t exactly a terrible side effect until I only had time for a quickie lol

Reading the messages above, I’d say I was pretty lucky! "

Yep the same, sometimes it was a good thing. Other time we would give up leaving the other person feeling inadequate.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hongman1Man
5 weeks ago

Achiltibuie


"Only side effects I had with setraline was that it took me ages to cum, which isn’t exactly a terrible side effect until I only had time for a quickie lol

Reading the messages above, I’d say I was pretty lucky!

Yep the same, sometimes it was a good thing. Other time we would give up leaving the other person feeling inadequate. "

Exactly that! But, it’s back to how it was before which is good.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *heknobbyoneMan
5 weeks ago

gateshead

I had similar issues but they did wear off within a few days. I took 100mg and can't say I felt any disconnect with them but they did calm my anxiety

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *aptainhornpipeMan
5 weeks ago

manchester

I was prescribed it for anxiety, can’t say it really helped that much but it did lower my libido and stop me from being able to cum.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
5 weeks ago

Sheffield

If I was to move from taking my tablet in the morning to the evening do I do a double dose in one day or miss a dose and start the following evening?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *lujiz94Man
5 weeks ago

Bishop's Stortford


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

I've been taking it since I was 18. I remember having headaches, nausea and diarrhea when I first started. But after taking it for a few weeks, I felt fine.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
5 weeks ago

Chesterfield


"If I was to move from taking my tablet in the morning to the evening do I do a double dose in one day or miss a dose and start the following evening?"

Try halfies or a couple of days taking it at lunch. Tbh you’ll probs be fine as it builds up.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
5 weeks ago

Chesterfield


"I was prescribed it for anxiety, can’t say it really helped that much but it did lower my libido and stop me from being able to cum. "

Ding

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
5 weeks ago

Sheffield


"If I was to move from taking my tablet in the morning to the evening do I do a double dose in one day or miss a dose and start the following evening?

Try halfies or a couple of days taking it at lunch. Tbh you’ll probs be fine as it builds up. "

Currently taking in the morning and get headaches and tiredness in the day. Thinking of taking it at and seeing if it helps. Only just over 2 weeks on Fluoxetine, so it may ease.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ensual DesiresMan
5 weeks ago

Teesside/North Yorkshire


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

They will wear off persevere im on them

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *he SurveyorMan
5 weeks ago

Bury

As an alternative, try lifestyle change.

Plenty of fresh air and exercise, eat well not crap food.

Only listen to comedy, never the news and laugh your tits off as often as you can.

Just a thought.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hil LandererMan
5 weeks ago

Leicester

[Removed by poster at 03/03/25 23:58:20]

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hil LandererMan
5 weeks ago

Leicester


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

Been on them about a year now, all symptoms re meds dissipate after a short time, these aren’t great if you like a drink as they don’t agree with it

I found the a great help to be fair, nearly came off them at one point as I thought I was doing ok but decided to stick with them

It’s a widely prescribed drug now and there will always be pros and cons to any anti depressant but even if they act as a placebo and they help they are worth sticking with x "

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hil LandererMan
5 weeks ago

Leicester

150mgs

That’s a awfully high dose, was this your 1st time on them?

Hope your doing well fella

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *uicybbwWoman
5 weeks ago

Buckinghamshire

Been on them years

No side effects

Keep me level and enable me to function normally

Cured severe pmt before menopause

Cured anxiety

Stopped me being angry

Just fantastic

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
5 weeks ago

I lost my sex drive whilst on these they did help with anxiety and depression but I found myself needing a higher dosage so I decided to stop taking them and try sort myself out without pilling pills in my system

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *awpleasureMan
5 weeks ago

Sutton Coldfield

Tried them but gave me diarrhoea and affected my sex drive

Even maturation, I felt little sensation. Am.on citalpram now and it's better but not perfect.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
5 weeks ago

Peterborough


"As an alternative, try lifestyle change.

Plenty of fresh air and exercise, eat well not crap food.

Only listen to comedy, never the news and laugh your tits off as often as you can.

Just a thought."

Mild depression can be quashed with positive strategies.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
5 weeks ago

Sheffield


"As an alternative, try lifestyle change.

Plenty of fresh air and exercise, eat well not crap food.

Only listen to comedy, never the news and laugh your tits off as often as you can.

Just a thought.

Mild depression can be quashed with positive strategies."

This is also why talking therapies is also important.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *untime40Man
5 weeks ago

Greenwich


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

Im on week 8 now side effects were bad for the first week but gone by week 4

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *fkcpl4groupCouple
5 weeks ago

Norwich

Hi great to see lots of responses.

I’ve a big step to make as I feel my Venlafaxine isn’t working anymore. My worry is I’ve been told / heard it’s really nasty to come off.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
5 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent

I've been on 50mg since October and after initially taking them at night, then realised they can cause insomnia, quickly changed to a morning after breakfast. I too had some emergency poo problems (not much notice....) which settled down after 3-4 weeks, occasionally it can still happen after a "fasting day" but been pretty good for over a month now. I feel a million % better which i think is a combination of several things, accepting my marriage was over, owning my own part in it (drifted apart) seeing a CBT therapist and going to a man's club each Monday where I just get shit off my chest, and more importantly out of my thoughts!! Spoke to the doc last week and I may look to come off them in August but also not rushing as hopefully I'll have moved into my new place and need to get used to my new life so may stay on until this time next year. They seem to work for me, but it's each to their own x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
5 weeks ago

Sheffield


"I've been on 50mg since October and after initially taking them at night, then realised they can cause insomnia, quickly changed to a morning after breakfast. I too had some emergency poo problems (not much notice....) which settled down after 3-4 weeks, occasionally it can still happen after a "fasting day" but been pretty good for over a month now. I feel a million % better which i think is a combination of several things, accepting my marriage was over, owning my own part in it (drifted apart) seeing a CBT therapist and going to a man's club each Monday where I just get shit off my chest, and more importantly out of my thoughts!! Spoke to the doc last week and I may look to come off them in August but also not rushing as hopefully I'll have moved into my new place and need to get used to my new life so may stay on until this time next year. They seem to work for me, but it's each to their own x"

What mans club do you go to?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
5 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent


"I've been on 50mg since October and after initially taking them at night, then realised they can cause insomnia, quickly changed to a morning after breakfast. I too had some emergency poo problems (not much notice....) which settled down after 3-4 weeks, occasionally it can still happen after a "fasting day" but been pretty good for over a month now. I feel a million % better which i think is a combination of several things, accepting my marriage was over, owning my own part in it (drifted apart) seeing a CBT therapist and going to a man's club each Monday where I just get shit off my chest, and more importantly out of my thoughts!! Spoke to the doc last week and I may look to come off them in August but also not rushing as hopefully I'll have moved into my new place and need to get used to my new life so may stay on until this time next year. They seem to work for me, but it's each to their own x

What mans club do you go to? "

Andys man club near me

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
5 weeks ago

Chesterfield


"150mgs

That’s a awfully high dose, was this your 1st time on them?

Hope your doing well fella "

200mg here, made appt for a review as I don’t think it’s helpful, just messing me up with side effects.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *eve500Man
5 weeks ago

Kuala Lumpur

Suggest looking at plant medicine...Kambo, Ayahuasca, Mushrooms and Bufo. Pharma covers up the symptoms, plant medicine cures em...

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *andydave28Man
5 weeks ago

weston super mare

I felt strange for a few days when first prescribed and then have had no side effects except when I forgot to take them with me on a four day holiday. Felt a bit strange , light headed and dizzy by day four.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
5 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Hi great to see lots of responses.

I’ve a big step to make as I feel my Venlafaxine isn’t working anymore. My worry is I’ve been told / heard it’s really nasty to come off.

"

Taper it off very slowly. Don't just quit it.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iss_Juicy79Woman
5 weeks ago

Edinburgh


"Hi great to see lots of responses.

I’ve a big step to make as I feel my Venlafaxine isn’t working anymore. My worry is I’ve been told / heard it’s really nasty to come off.

"

Speak to doctors and ask the best way to come off it they will probably lower your dose for a few weeks and again and so on.

If you just stop it may have very bad effects

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
5 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Hi great to see lots of responses.

I’ve a big step to make as I feel my Venlafaxine isn’t working anymore. My worry is I’ve been told / heard it’s really nasty to come off.

"

Another thought, if you're wanting to change the snri to another antidepressant, the GP will help you with a plan.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ollybirdWoman
5 weeks ago

east Cork


"Hi great to see lots of responses.

I’ve a big step to make as I feel my Venlafaxine isn’t working anymore. My worry is I’ve been told / heard it’s really nasty to come off.

"

Nasty isn’t the word for it, well for me anyways. Reduce by the smallest amount you can and don’t rush it and you should be ok

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orkshireBeef26Man
5 weeks ago

Kirkella


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

Hi.. I'm prescribed them, I take mine before bed so don't feel the side effects

Try this se if it helps you

Happy to chat xx

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orny PTMan
5 weeks ago

Peterborough

Beware of grapefruit, as this can cause problems.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orny PTMan
5 weeks ago

Peterborough

Depression rarely exists in isolation:

life trauma

brain trauma

stress

ADHD and the related condtions

learning difficulties

low sex hormone levels

IBS

anti depression medication, known side effects for some people

insomnia

post natal

drug abuse

booze abuse

self medication

This list is not exhaustive, but untreated depression is exhausting

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ennox DuncanMan
5 weeks ago

North Ayrshire

Was was on ig last year, three a day, I had to come off it, felt weird, on edge and headaches, went on Trazadone, one a day instead, no problems with that, off it now.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
5 weeks ago

Chesterfield


"Beware of grapefruit, as this can cause problems."

My GP actually recommended it!

But yes it’s contra-indicated on the label.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
5 weeks ago

Sheffield


"I've been on 50mg since October and after initially taking them at night, then realised they can cause insomnia, quickly changed to a morning after breakfast. I too had some emergency poo problems (not much notice....) which settled down after 3-4 weeks, occasionally it can still happen after a "fasting day" but been pretty good for over a month now. I feel a million % better which i think is a combination of several things, accepting my marriage was over, owning my own part in it (drifted apart) seeing a CBT therapist and going to a man's club each Monday where I just get shit off my chest, and more importantly out of my thoughts!! Spoke to the doc last week and I may look to come off them in August but also not rushing as hopefully I'll have moved into my new place and need to get used to my new life so may stay on until this time next year. They seem to work for me, but it's each to their own x

What mans club do you go to?

Andys man club near me "

How do you find it? Helpful?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
5 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent


"I've been on 50mg since October and after initially taking them at night, then realised they can cause insomnia, quickly changed to a morning after breakfast. I too had some emergency poo problems (not much notice....) which settled down after 3-4 weeks, occasionally it can still happen after a "fasting day" but been pretty good for over a month now. I feel a million % better which i think is a combination of several things, accepting my marriage was over, owning my own part in it (drifted apart) seeing a CBT therapist and going to a man's club each Monday where I just get shit off my chest, and more importantly out of my thoughts!! Spoke to the doc last week and I may look to come off them in August but also not rushing as hopefully I'll have moved into my new place and need to get used to my new life so may stay on until this time next year. They seem to work for me, but it's each to their own x

What mans club do you go to?

Andys man club near me

How do you find it? Helpful? "

What, tablets or man's club?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *uttonMushroomMan
5 weeks ago

North East Coast


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

I am currently on Sertraline, have been on fluoxetine and citalopram over the years for periods of depression. Each medication affects people differently.

If you need a chat you can message me.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *entfootloverMan
5 weeks ago

Sevenoaks

I eventually asked to stop them. I was feeling too disconnected, albeit I was on 50mg only.

It did suppress my libido greatly. Being unable to cum in the first few weeks was part fascinating, part horrifying lol

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *oomerangbobMan
5 weeks ago

stanhope

As you know none of these meds are tailored made, I was on this a lot of years ago and it just did not suit me but did find a one that did. I hope you find something that suits you and any issues you are having ease a great deal.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ommythumb699Man
5 weeks ago

North West

Been taking Sertraline 100mg every day for 15 years. They changed my life for the better. My worry, stress, anger and anxiety is a thing of the past. I’m such a chilled person now. Always happy to chat x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *aughtybinatureCouple
5 weeks ago

Warwickshire


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

I had been on these a few time 150mg I really didn't like the way they made me feel very disconnected and I couldn't orgasm

Then the jolts and flashes started to happen "

I was on this about 10 years ago - while it did relieve my ‘mood’, it does take both the highs and lows away, leaving me, as the guy above described ‘disconnected.

The ‘jolts and flashes’ are nasty and getting to orgasm a challenge. But, it may get you through a difficult period in life.

Good luck.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *essTTWoman
5 weeks ago

Birmingham


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

They will mellow and instead you feel like a zombie with no sex drive

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *llaBelle1Woman
5 weeks ago

Worsley, Manchester

[Removed by poster at 07/03/25 15:22:16]

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
5 weeks ago

Sheffield


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

I had been on these a few time 150mg I really didn't like the way they made me feel very disconnected and I couldn't orgasm

Then the jolts and flashes started to happen

I was on this about 10 years ago - while it did relieve my ‘mood’, it does take both the highs and lows away, leaving me, as the guy above described ‘disconnected.

The ‘jolts and flashes’ are nasty and getting to orgasm a challenge. But, it may get you through a difficult period in life.

Good luck.

"

Jolts and flashes?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
5 weeks ago

Sheffield


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

I am currently on Sertraline, have been on fluoxetine and citalopram over the years for periods of depression. Each medication affects people differently.

If you need a chat you can message me. "

Just off Fluoxetine after 3 weeks. My anxiety is sky high on it and I am so irritable. Nearly had a panic attaco this morning over nothing. The headaches and tiredness were also effecting my work.

Going back to sertraline as less side effects. We'll see how they work this time.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iguy8919Man
4 weeks ago

Thetford

Setraline makes me feel sick

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
4 weeks ago

Stop taking it, at first it makes you feel better and back to reality but it soon drags you back under and makes you 100 times worse than you where, I’m talking from experience,

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittlemissFlirtyCouple
4 weeks ago

3rd Rock from the sun


"Setraline makes me feel sick"

Try taking it after food so it doesn't upset your stomach so much

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittlemissFlirtyCouple
4 weeks ago

3rd Rock from the sun


"Stop taking it, at first it makes you feel better and back to reality but it soon drags you back under and makes you 100 times worse than you where, I’m talking from experience, "

You should never just suddenly stop antidepressants, if you want to come off them it needs to be tapered down slowly

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
4 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Stop taking it, at first it makes you feel better and back to reality but it soon drags you back under and makes you 100 times worse than you where, I’m talking from experience, "

You are one person. Your experience is valid to you and to some but not others.

With antidepressants a person may have to try different types in the same group, or different groups to find one that suits.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
4 weeks ago

Sheffield


"Stop taking it, at first it makes you feel better and back to reality but it soon drags you back under and makes you 100 times worse than you where, I’m talking from experience,

You are one person. Your experience is valid to you and to some but not others.

With antidepressants a person may have to try different types in the same group, or different groups to find one that suits."

Agreed it effects everyone differently. I have just come off Fluoxetine as I was having near panic attacks and anxiety was higher than I have ever known. Tried for 3 weeks and side effects were getting worse for me.

I have just started on sertraline 50mg. Had it before and minimal side effects, except I felt vacant at time and my already low empathy was even lower 🤷‍♂️. Let's see what it brings this time.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ingerie lover1TV/TS
4 weeks ago

Cardiff

My wife went on it and it Burt out her sex drive. She now can no long have an orgisum and has been off them for 4 years. She was only on them for 8 months

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *olly_chromaticTV/TS
4 weeks ago

Stockport

It's important to understand that every person will have a different experience, and that there is no single "suits everyone" drug or dosage. This is true for the treatment of all illness types, but especially so for depression, anxiety and all other types of "thinking problems". The physiological effects of the drugs will vary from person to person, but also we all have different reasons for going onto these drugs in the first place.

For some people depression is caused totally by metabolic or genetic factors, it is clinical depression, and can sometimes be fixed really well by finding just the right drug or food supplement to compensate for a metabolic problem. For most of us though where drugs like SSRI's are prescribed, the depression or anxiety is rooted in life events or environmental conditions. The drugs can give us a bit of extra head space to cope, but there won't be any "cure" without addressing the reasons for the depression/anxiety. Which I know is usually very difficult, and sometimes impossible to fix 😥

Anyway, good luck OP, hope that the meds work well for you and that longer term the reasons for you needing them can be improved. Polly xx

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
4 weeks ago

Peterborough


"My wife went on it and it Burt out her sex drive. She now can no long have an orgisum and has been off them for 4 years. She was only on them for 8 months "

They are unlikely to be the cause of no orgasm. It's common for women not to to orgasm. Buy her some toys (I recommend love honey wand, beats ordinary sex anytime).

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
4 weeks ago

Chesterfield


"With antidepressants a person may have to try different types in the same group, or different groups to find one that suits."

Yeah I was told this was the “Gold standard” by my GP but even on max sensible dose it’s not helpful, just side effects.

Tapering off to try something else.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
4 weeks ago

Sheffield


"My wife went on it and it Burt out her sex drive. She now can no long have an orgisum and has been off them for 4 years. She was only on them for 8 months

They are unlikely to be the cause of no orgasm. It's common for women not to to orgasm. Buy her some toys (I recommend love honey wand, beats ordinary sex anytime). "

Oooo I have one of them, ever wanted to use 2 😂

I agree though, I found with sertraline there was delayed ejaculation, which is good and bad. Never lost my sex drive though. When off them I was back to 'normal' and my partner at the time was grateful lol.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
4 weeks ago

Peterborough


"With antidepressants a person may have to try different types in the same group, or different groups to find one that suits.

Yeah I was told this was the “Gold standard” by my GP but even on max sensible dose it’s not helpful, just side effects.

Tapering off to try something else. "

The GP stated a particular antidepressant was gold standard?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *art-timers24Couple
4 weeks ago

Ayrshire

I didnt like the way they made me feel, a friend suggested tking it before bed and thats what i do now

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *lueman3Man
4 weeks ago

North east

Setraline for me was great for what I needed it for but downside was my interest in sex went to zero and I could cum but there was zero feeling.

Lack of sleep was horrible but taking it at night worked. Makes you so drowsy in the morning too

Plus side was it corrected my overall mood

Coming off it I was ok and that first time I had cum after coming off it felt like the best orgasm ever like months and months of pent up all cumming at once

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
3 weeks ago

Chesterfield


"The GP stated a particular antidepressant was gold standard?"

I had an appt with (supposedly) the practice MH nurse some years ago and she literally scoffed at my side effects and the phrase she used was “Gold standard”.

I’ve since discussed with GP and MH nurse (unsure if same one, by phone) and they were keen for me to try something else.

I’ve noticed the difference whilst tapering down.

In some

Ways I’m better but I don’t know where all these emotions have come from

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
3 weeks ago

Peterborough


"The GP stated a particular antidepressant was gold standard?

I had an appt with (supposedly) the practice MH nurse some years ago and she literally scoffed at my side effects and the phrase she used was “Gold standard”.

I’ve since discussed with GP and MH nurse (unsure if same one, by phone) and they were keen for me to try something else.

I’ve noticed the difference whilst tapering down.

In some

Ways I’m better but I don’t know where all these emotions have come from "

Such a weird comment by a HCP, and attitude.

Glad you're improving.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orny PTMan
3 weeks ago

Peterborough


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication?

I had been on these a few time 150mg I really didn't like the way they made me feel very disconnected and I couldn't orgasm

Then the jolts and flashes started to happen

I was on this about 10 years ago - while it did relieve my ‘mood’, it does take both the highs and lows away, leaving me, as the guy above described ‘disconnected.

The ‘jolts and flashes’ are nasty and getting to orgasm a challenge. But, it may get you through a difficult period in life.

Good luck.

Jolts and flashes? "

As uncomfortable as falling asleep then waking up, behind the wheel. It's that startling and not pleasant.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orny PTMan
3 weeks ago

Peterborough


"My wife went on it and it Burt out her sex drive. She now can no long have an orgisum and has been off them for 4 years. She was only on them for 8 months

They are unlikely to be the cause of no orgasm. It's common for women not to to orgasm. Buy her some toys (I recommend love honey wand, beats ordinary sex anytime). "

Antidepressants in small doses have been used to treat premature ejaculation.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
2 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent


"My wife went on it and it Burt out her sex drive. She now can no long have an orgisum and has been off them for 4 years. She was only on them for 8 months

They are unlikely to be the cause of no orgasm. It's common for women not to to orgasm. Buy her some toys (I recommend love honey wand, beats ordinary sex anytime).

Antidepressants in small doses have been used to treat premature ejaculation."

I can certainly confirm it's cured my issues with cumming too quickly, but the flip side is, it's so difficult to cum now. Most I can manage is twice and that's in anything from 2-4 hours....not sure it's a negative as such, just means my chances of a quickie need a little more planning

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
2 weeks ago

Sheffield


"My wife went on it and it Burt out her sex drive. She now can no long have an orgisum and has been off them for 4 years. She was only on them for 8 months

They are unlikely to be the cause of no orgasm. It's common for women not to to orgasm. Buy her some toys (I recommend love honey wand, beats ordinary sex anytime).

Antidepressants in small doses have been used to treat premature ejaculation.

I can certainly confirm it's cured my issues with cumming too quickly, but the flip side is, it's so difficult to cum now. Most I can manage is twice and that's in anything from 2-4 hours....not sure it's a negative as such, just means my chances of a quickie need a little more planning "

You just give more pleasure!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
2 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent


"My wife went on it and it Burt out her sex drive. She now can no long have an orgisum and has been off them for 4 years. She was only on them for 8 months

They are unlikely to be the cause of no orgasm. It's common for women not to to orgasm. Buy her some toys (I recommend love honey wand, beats ordinary sex anytime).

Antidepressants in small doses have been used to treat premature ejaculation.

I can certainly confirm it's cured my issues with cumming too quickly, but the flip side is, it's so difficult to cum now. Most I can manage is twice and that's in anything from 2-4 hours....not sure it's a negative as such, just means my chances of a quickie need a little more planning

You just give more pleasure! "

Certainly do, my last meeting cum count was 2/8....

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *rsKOTCTWoman
2 weeks ago

Leeds

I take mine before bed and that helps with some side effects.

To the one who's wife's struggles from lack of orgasm it has that effect on me but is much better if I take it in an evening.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ude83Man
2 weeks ago

staffs

With Sertraline it takes me forever to cum haha

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hristov9999Man
2 weeks ago

liverpool south

I am on it aswell. What dosage do you all take mine is 50mg

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
2 weeks ago

Sheffield

50 mg here. Early days for me. I have changed to taking it in the evening, but waking with headaches so may go back to mornings.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ongeaton87Man
2 weeks ago

Long eaton

Sertraline was awful for me, I ended up moving to another one. But delayed cum is still an issue.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
2 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent


"50 mg here. Early days for me. I have changed to taking it in the evening, but waking with headaches so may go back to mornings. "

I'm on 50mg, started taking it at night but it caused me insomnia, so take it in the morning now. Although insomnia has kicked back in, but think that's down to issues with my new home purchase rather than the tablets...🤦‍♂️😤

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *urplevanmanMan
2 weeks ago

Salford

As I think is shown by the varied responses on here it’s a drug that works for some and not others

I’ve been on 100mg for just over a year… started on 50mg.

I did have the same symptoms you mention at first but they settled down and It does work for me. I have been seeing the black dog again recently so may speak to gp about increasing dosage

Hope you are better soon and as I’m sure you know there are many in this place who can help and advise

Sending a hug x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *igfoot_snrMan
2 weeks ago

Portsmouth

I had sertraline 100mg, had to come of them in the end. I suggest you Google the side effects. I couldn't handle them if honest. My side effects were sensitive skin(felt like spiders crawling over my skin) - kept scratching, constant headaches, would cry without reason, punched a hole in the living room door for no reason.

Very powerful drug, take with caution as they can be addictive.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
2 weeks ago

I was on them and I couldn't stop go to the toilet for the first week or so. Problems cumming is a side effect I think is mentioned on the label and I had that, apart from that it helped

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *il-widgeMan
2 weeks ago

Stoke on Trent


"I was on them and I couldn't stop go to the toilet for the first week or so. Problems cumming is a side effect I think is mentioned on the label and I had that, apart from that it helped "

They are certainly helping me too, so not looking to change until I've moved on and in etc...

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *eo369Man
2 weeks ago

Sleaford


"As an alternative, try lifestyle change.

Plenty of fresh air and exercise, eat well not crap food.

Only listen to comedy, never the news and laugh your tits off as often as you can.

Just a thought.

Mild depression can be quashed with positive strategies."

That is true my uncle went to see his doctor in 1970 and told him he was depressed,the doctor said get out the house and go walking a distraction obviously things have changed alot these days

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
2 weeks ago

Peterborough


"As an alternative, try lifestyle change.

Plenty of fresh air and exercise, eat well not crap food.

Only listen to comedy, never the news and laugh your tits off as often as you can.

Just a thought.

Mild depression can be quashed with positive strategies.

That is true my uncle went to see his doctor in 1970 and told him he was depressed,the doctor said get out the house and go walking a distraction obviously things have changed alot these days "

Exercise, sleep hygiene, cbt, mental health referrals, and medication, all have their place in the treatment of depression. All depends on the severity.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *he and he filmsCouple
2 weeks ago

Norwich

Been on them about a year made me a different person one I like much better attitude

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
2 weeks ago

Sheffield


"50 mg here. Early days for me. I have changed to taking it in the evening, but waking with headaches so may go back to mornings.

I'm on 50mg, started taking it at night but it caused me insomnia, so take it in the morning now. Although insomnia has kicked back in, but think that's down to issues with my new home purchase rather than the tablets...🤦‍♂️😤"

The thing is anti depressants are not a cure all. They allow you to cope and manage, but you also need to help yourself in other ways a s may also need counselling

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *erlin22Man
2 weeks ago

daventry


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "
hi I’ve been on sertraline for 5 months it does get better

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issy_named_cTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Edinburgh

I disagree with the medicalisation of mental health, especially with drugs that create dependency.

I know plenty of people will find it helpful, but I think that there are other approaches that work better

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
7 days ago

Chesterfield


"I’ve been on sertraline for 5 months it does get better "

I’ve halved my dose over a month and I feel so much better. I’m back.

I needed it at the time, but I’d not realised how wooden and emotionless I’d become.

I’m weening myself all the way off.

I have had some withdrawal effects, worst being sudden attacks of vertigo/ dizziness/blackouts.

This wasn’t fun but things are improving and I suddenly have so much more energy.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *andering Welsh GuyMan
7 days ago

All over the place


"Just started on sertraline and so far, I've had a few headaches, feeling very tired, a bit spaced out etc. Do these symptoms last the whole time, or will it mellow out over time?

Also, what was everyone else's experience with this medication? "

I hated it for the headaches and the numb feeling after

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ayleynBenCouple
6 days ago

Accrington

Went on these for a month or 2 through my divorce, totally shafted my libido, couldn't orgasm and pretty sure it's caused long term issues climaxing for me. Recovery period is now hours rather than mins. Would not recommend.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *hitey77Man
6 days ago

wellington


"Went on these for a month or 2 through my divorce, totally shafted my libido, couldn't orgasm and pretty sure it's caused long term issues climaxing for me. Recovery period is now hours rather than mins. Would not recommend. "

Exactly the same for me...hammering away and just couldn't orgasm

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *igtatsMan
6 days ago

gravesend

Is that same for all these meds as I was on mirtazapine and found it hard to get there

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
6 days ago

Chesterfield


"Is that same for all these meds as I was on mirtazapine and found it hard to get there "

I was told that’s the better one for that sort of problem

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
6 days ago

Sheffield

Remember sertraline is not a cure all, drs seem to think it is.

Get sleep, get rest, look after your body and mind. Some days will be hard some will be easier that's normal.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
4 days ago

Chesterfield

I think it can be a helpful cushion but you need to work to get your head straight then get off it. It won’t “fix” you.

It nearly ruined my life because I couldn’t see how woolly-headed it was making me.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
4 days ago

Peterborough


"I think it can be a helpful cushion but you need to work to get your head straight then get off it. It won’t “fix” you.

It nearly ruined my life because I couldn’t see how woolly-headed it was making me. "

Depression causes woolly head.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iss_Juicy79Woman
4 days ago

Edinburgh


"Remember sertraline is not a cure all, drs seem to think it is.

Get sleep, get rest, look after your body and mind. Some days will be hard some will be easier that's normal. "

Not true any decent doctor will recommend counselling rather than medication to treat depression and anxiety.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *offeeLoverMan
3 days ago

Cheltenham

I was on sertaline and I noticed was took 45 minutes to cum which ruined it for me

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *FF23Man
3 days ago

London

I’ve been upped to 150mg of sertraline recently and it massively affects my sex drive and ability to orgasm. I had massive arguments with my previous gf about this when they first prescribed me it because she thought I didn’t fancy her. One of a number of paranoid dramas in our relationship unfortunately. 🙄.

I feel it really numbs me for a few weeks when they up it. I don’t have much experience with other alternatives to comment.

I am gonna stop taking mine tbh.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *otsossieMan
2 days ago

Chesterfield

Don’t just stop. Taper down, but tell your gp what you’re doing and why.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *elly and daveCouple
2 days ago

gateshead

I was on it for a year many moons ago. Didn't like the spaced out effect either, talked to my doctor and came off them very slowly. Felt great afterwards,they must have done the job to get me through a bad patch.😋

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orny PTMan
2 days ago

Peterborough


"I’ve been upped to 150mg of sertraline recently and it massively affects my sex drive and ability to orgasm. I had massive arguments with my previous gf about this when they first prescribed me it because she thought I didn’t fancy her. One of a number of paranoid dramas in our relationship unfortunately. 🙄.

I feel it really numbs me for a few weeks when they up it. I don’t have much experience with other alternatives to comment.

I am gonna stop taking mine tbh. "

Show her this

https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/sertraline/side-effects-of-sertraline/

Long-term side effects

Some patients may get sexual side effects, such as problems getting an erection or a lower sex drive. In some cases these can continue even after stopping the medicine. Speak to your doctor if you are worried.

If you have diabetes, sertraline can affect your blood sugar levels. Your doctor may monitor you to check that you're on the right dose of diabetes medicine.

These are not all the side effects of sertraline. For a full list, see the leaflet inside your medicine packet.

It's a bloody minefield . Swapping one set of symptoms for another. Telling a doctor that the side effects are still there, years later is an uphill struggle. This I can vouch for. So don't be surprised if they don't believe you., as these are supposed to be healing pills not damaging pills.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *arrenhertsmanMan
2 days ago

Hatfield

Took away my libido and ability to ejaculate .. other side effect worn off but adjust dose if you have to.. don’t start high imo … fucking hate the drug

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *heknobbyoneMan
2 days ago

gateshead


"Don’t just stop. Taper down, but tell your gp what you’re doing and why. "

Ive been on 100mg for 3 years now, working shifts while being a carer for my wife and son it just got too much.

I’ve taken early retirement and have a few good things happening so with the lighter nights and spring in the air I’ve decided to start tapering off. Been halting my dose for two weeks now and it seems to be going ok. Had a couple of days where I felt I needed the full 100mg but not this week. Fingers crossed I get off them before too long.

Btw no real issues with them, delayed climax but not too bad, but I do get the runs if I forget to take them for a day and I had a very bad reaction when I tried to quit them altogether and couldn’t stop shaking

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *awpleasureMan
2 days ago

Sutton Coldfield


"Took away my libido and ability to ejaculate .. other side effect worn off but adjust dose if you have to.. don’t start high imo … fucking hate the drug "

Se here so went on citalpram instead.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *upanovaMan
2 days ago

Sheffield


"Took away my libido and ability to ejaculate .. other side effect worn off but adjust dose if you have to.. don’t start high imo … fucking hate the drug

Se here so went on citalpram instead. "

My libido is lower on it too but with peaks and troughs. We have to remember it will be lower due to depression as well. Last time is was on it I found mine returned after a few months. My FB can still make be cum, but only with her mouth!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ihimbiherCouple
2 days ago

lightwater

I have been on them for yrs with zero side effects. Guess I have neeen lucky

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *oney HoneyWoman
2 days ago

York

My experience is that it totally chills you out and makes you “not give a shit” which can be good. But it also filled my sex drive considerably.

I stopped taking it about a year ago and I do still suffer with anxiety but prefer to cope with that than feel like I am “dulled down”. Also coming off it was awful and I had really frightening nightmares for months. It’s different for everyone though.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *arrenhertsmanMan
2 days ago

Hatfield


"My experience is that it totally chills you out and makes you “not give a shit” which can be good. But it also filled my sex drive considerably.

I stopped taking it about a year ago and I do still suffer with anxiety but prefer to cope with that than feel like I am “dulled down”. Also coming off it was awful and I had really frightening nightmares for months. It’s different for everyone though. "

Sorry to hear that … the nightmares are common but yes it’s different

I wil over use them again and will use my advice wisely with others if I can

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *os_GoddessofdawnWoman
2 days ago

In the clouds

I'm on 150mg and can't remember side effects as been on it so long. Only feel rubbish if I run out

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *arrenhertsmanMan
2 days ago

Hatfield

Best of luck to anyone on them or suffering from depression

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *orny PTMan
2 days ago

Peterborough

Sertraline can really screw up the gut biome and lock it even years later.

An imbalanced gut, can lead to IBS, GERD, heartburn bloating and trigger depression via the back door. Worst of all it can make the penile tip/glans numb to temperature. That's really bad.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *att1990xxxMan
1 day ago

Plymouth

I wanted to kill myself. Worse on them than off. Just know that there are people out there that value you even if you don't realise it!! You make a difference but you just don't realise. Start loving yourself, forgive yourself and you can start helping others

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *omblingFreeCouple
1 day ago

The Village


"I'm on 150mg and can't remember side effects as been on it so long. Only feel rubbish if I run out"

I have question for you but unable to send a message. Is it possible you could get in touch with me regarding your experience of this as don't want to discuss publicly. Thanks

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
1 day ago

Peterborough


"I'm on 150mg and can't remember side effects as been on it so long. Only feel rubbish if I run out

I have question for you but unable to send a message. Is it possible you could get in touch with me regarding your experience of this as don't want to discuss publicly. Thanks"

Many people have opened up, it is sad that you feel you cannot. The poster may or may not be able to help, but others might be able to also.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *arrenhertsmanMan
1 day ago

Hatfield

[Removed by poster at 06/04/25 09:33:33]

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *arrenhertsmanMan
1 day ago

Hatfield

I feel I learned a lot about myself during my period on setraline .. the main one for me was medicine wasn’t the answer .. it’s different for everyone I knew that’s why no judgement is ever made but I can only advise on my case…. For me .. talking.. cbt .. not being ashamed I was unwell was my route out .. in hindsight I should never have gone on medication but I was in a dark place and I went with doctors advice … half way thorough cbt I had courage to tell doctor I was coming off tabs and moving forward with other treatments… they advised not to … I went against it and 18 months down the line I’m glad I did BUT and it’s BIG BUT …. This was my route .. you need to find your own and it’s not an easy journey but the rewards are there if you can make iit…

Good luck to anyone who is in need of help and thanks to those around you who stand by your side to help ..

End of my Sunday sermon … best wishes to all

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
1 day ago

Peterborough


"I wanted to kill myself. Worse on them than off..."

And some people may have this effect when increasing the dose. This is why it's important to find the right one.

I think many people will relate with you.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ames stoneMan
1 day ago

bristol

I have been on 200 ml for about 10 years I find it hard to cum

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *arrenhertsmanMan
1 day ago

Hatfield


"I have been on 200 ml for about 10 years I find it hard to cum"

James you would one it hard to come off them too.. That is a significant chunk of time.. I wish you all the best mate

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
1 day ago

Peterborough


"I feel I learned a lot about myself during my period on setraline .. the main one for me was medicine wasn’t the answer .. it’s different for everyone I knew that’s why no judgement is ever made but I can only advise on my case…. For me .. talking.. cbt .. not being ashamed I was unwell was my route out .. in hindsight I should never have gone on medication but I was in a dark place and I went with doctors advice … half way thorough cbt I had courage to tell doctor I was coming off tabs and moving forward with other treatments… they advised not to … I went against it and 18 months down the line I’m glad I did BUT and it’s BIG BUT …. This was my route .. you need to find your own and it’s not an easy journey but the rewards are there if you can make iit…

Good luck to anyone who is in need of help and thanks to those around you who stand by your side to help ..

End of my Sunday sermon … best wishes to all

"

Glad you found your way through it.

Depression can have one trigger or multiple (with "the straw that broke the camel's back). It ranges from mild to severe. It may have a familial (gene) connection being predisposed to it - so what causes one person to spiral into depression, won't another (it is individual). It can be environmental, it can be recurring, and other things that haven't come to mind instantly.

Treatment has to be individual and needs a combination of therapy, meds, sleep hygiene, exercise, nutrition, finding strategies, acknowledging small progressions/improvements (getting out of bed, music, showering, comedy, reading, socialising - even here ).

Good luck everyone (heart)

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *melie LALWoman
1 day ago

Peterborough


"I have been on 200 ml for about 10 years I find it hard to cum"

Do you have regular reviews (at least yearly)? If you haven't had one in the last 12 months, go make an appointment with your GP.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ames stoneMan
1 day ago

bristol


"I have been on 200 ml for about 10 years I find it hard to cum

Do you have regular reviews (at least yearly)? If you haven't had one in the last 12 months, go make an appointment with your GP."

Can’t get a doctors appointment and in the few years all my appointments they have never mentioned them I wanted something stronger really but I don’t want to go two weeks without any pills in case I hurt someone

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *espectful FabberMan
1 day ago

Blackpool

I think it’s amazing people can talk so openly about their mental health.

It’s massively important though, to recognise that people’s experiences of their mental health episodes and medication are very specific to the individual.

It’s always good to hear from people’s experiences but make sure you speak with your health care professional before you try and change the amount / brand of medication..

Also, if anyone is struggling it’s always worth finding your local mental health crisis number and putting it in your phone. They are often a 24hr service and are staffed with mental health professionals, including psychiatrists and can help in a crisis or to prevent a crisis x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 
 

By *melie LALWoman
1 day ago

Peterborough


"I have been on 200 ml for about 10 years I find it hard to cum

Do you have regular reviews (at least yearly)? If you haven't had one in the last 12 months, go make an appointment with your GP.

Can’t get a doctors appointment and in the few years all my appointments they have never mentioned them I wanted something stronger really but I don’t want to go two weeks without any pills in case I hurt someone "

That statement is loaded and with that I have to stress you need a review. You may need a referral to a psychologist or psychiatrist. The latter can ensure the medication is appropriate. The former may help you with therapy. Good luck.

Btw don't go for an urgent appointment, go for one that has longer time. It may mean you have to wait X weeks.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
back to top