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Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

During this Topic Tuesday we will be tackling managing some of the side effects that medication cause.

We will be sharing the side effects that impact day to day lives and how you manage these and helpful tips and tricks you have found to get through a side effect.

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In response to: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Hi @Former-Member and everyone here. I'm really looking forward to tonight. Medication side effects are something I really struggle with so I'm hoping to learn how others cope.

The side effects I've struggled with most include nausea, lack of energy, increased agitation, and an increase in depressive symptoms. I have felt a strange sense of disconnect when I've taken certain meds before also.

In response to: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

hi @Shaz51 and @Shakeelah25,

Thanks for sharing those ones - also quite common and sometimes hard to express to people. I am glad you have come along to explore these

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Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Ive Experienced full body itch for 6 weeks until I finally worked out it was my mental health meds. the dr and chemist told me i had scabies but i knew they were wrong. finally i googled the meds and found it was a less common side affect

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Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Thank you @Former-Member. I don’t know how long to expect this anxiety to last for when I’ve been on this new SSRI for 8 weeks now

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Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Hi @Former-Member. Withdrawals are very hard atm. I'm finding it difficult with my kids home to. But my head is feeling a clearer

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Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

I’ve been on various meds over the years so it’s been an interesting ride! Having a doctor who listens to your feedback and concerns is essential - they can help find an alternative that could be better.

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Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

yes @Former-Member, my husband is playing yo yo with his meds because of the side effects of the medication

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Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Hi @Former-Member, I can certainly understand that this choice may have helped you deal with side effects however more broadly we would really encourage people to consult with their GP or MH professional when changing or adjusting your medication. It can be highly beneficial in the long term to work together on this. Glad you have come to share your side effects though and when we get to the part of sharing ideas on managing them you may find some interesting thoughts!

Hi @CheerBear - those side effects are hard, particularly feeling a bit disconnected. Will be good to think about ways to combat that further into this discussion tonight

In response to: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Hi all 🙂

In response to: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

Re: Topic Tuesday // Managing side effects of medication // Tues. 17 Apr. 7pm - 9pm AEST

I didn't experience withdrawals when I stopped just lost control of my mental health but hated the way i felt on meds
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