What anti-depressants are safe to take during pregnancy?
I was taking effexor xr then I found out I was pregnant and I went cold turkey. I have to admit I’ve been loosing it lately from freaking out over the portable AC which I threw out the front door in a rage and beat it to pieces with a curtain rod, then I don’t have patience with my husband now..I already threatened to divorce him as he is still partying like if he was a college kid or something..I can’t stop crying even songs make me cry…and I don’t know if its the the fact that I stopped taking my medicine or the pregnancy hormones..
Oh and I’m about to drag this dumb biatch that I work with who I can’t stand (all she does is complain) I’m like very close to commiting battery so I did her a favor and moved cubicles so that I can avoid this because everything she says is sooo stupid. We’ve been in work related disagreements before bu t now I feel I”m just going to lose it and leaver her bald with black eyes..I just see her and I want to push her down the stairs and then kickc her.
I also need to add that It just seems that my anger is uncontrollable..I’ve been doing my friends and family a favor by staying away..
I’m planning to discuss this with my OB/gyn..do you think it’s safe to tell her about my violent thoughts.?
Kat, I’m not taking that medication anymore! I went cold turkey without telling my pcp
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You need to discuss with your doctor what is safe to take, but generally pregnant women are prescribed Zoloft pretty commonly.
Of course it’s safe to tell her about how you’re feeling and your thought processes. . . this is important information which will help them determine what medication might be best for that sort of thing. You should probably talk to a psychiatrist to get the best level of expertise with mood stabilization. And consider seeing a therapist to help you develop some more positive coping strategies to help you relax and keep things in perspective.
Good luck.
Zoloft and Prozac are usually recommended during pregnancy. You really need to talk to your doctor. But there are safe ones for pregnant woman.
im pretty sure that what you were taking is ok to take while you are pregnant but you should check with your doctor
“This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. Also, babies born to mothers who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may infrequently develop withdrawal symptoms such as feeding/breathing difficulties, seizures, muscle stiffness, or constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms in your newborn, tell the doctor promptly.”
Both tricyclics and fluoxetine , though animal studies have shown large doses of the drugs do not cause malformations
First, never stop taking a psychiatric medication without talking to your Dr. the withdrawal and side effects that follow can sometimes be worse for you and the fetus than actually taking the medicine. You need to speak to your Dr. about your extreme rage, in my experience you may be better off taking a mood stabilizer than an antidepressant, sometimes the antidepressants can trigger that manic anger. In either case, talk to your Dr. ASAP. I take Seroquel and have the entire time I’ve been pregnant, under close Dr supervision. Everything is fine and I am still sane, so I highly recommend finding a medicine that will work for you and sticking with it. GOOD LUCK!!!!!
Consider much of your anger may be hormones during pregnancy. I am a mother and would advise against anti-depressants. Pregnancy is a emotional time anyway.
Your anger may almost be uncontrollable right now, but drugs to control it would be my last resort. Speak with your doctor honestly about how you feel. Don’t just assume you need a pill. Your child will be taking the drug with you. Wishing you all the best.
Why not take a natural approach? I was depressed for years when I discovered that depression was linked to nutrient deficiency as well as distorted thinking. Here’s what I did. Started taking three omega 3 (fish oil) caps a day, two 5-HTP caps a day (promotes healthy seratonin levels), and lots of daily B complex vitamins. This, along with a healthy, nutrient rich natural foods based diet, helped tremendously. But, there’s more…. you have to modify your thought processes. This can only be done with a technique called cognitive behavior therapy. The best manual I found for that is Dr. David Burns’ “The Feeling Good Handbook”. In about three weeks, I could feel the depression lifting. It’s been three years now… no meds and feeling great. Your baby will love you for it. BTW, congratulations.