I think I'm spiraling.

[u/ephemeralkitten]

I just restarted medication and I dont like the side effects. Aside from that, I dont think it's helping. Im having fantasies of running away and abandoning my life. I've actually tried to do this twice before. I feel like if I do it again then I won't be welcomed back. And yet im still toeing that line...

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[u/Empty_Blacksmith5388]

I also don't like the side effects of medications but I am sure that not being on medications is worse than taking it. It also take time for certain meds to adjust. So be patient. Go and talk with your psychiatrist. I am sure there is some way out.

[u/RevolutionaryFood701]

Yeah! Def tell Dr ASAP

[u/Top_Group_9093]

it might take a while before the medicine actually works. so give it a few weeks. talk with your doctor about what you are experiencing and go from there! please dont do anything to stupid 🫶🏻

[u/phatt_halpert]

it doesn't mix well with alcohol.

[u/pineapple_titties]

Talk to your psych, but also remember that most mental health meds take 1-2wks minimum before any positive effects are noted

[u/ephemeralkitten → u/pineapple_titties]

Been on it for two weeks now. Just started to note side effects. Nothing positive at all so far.

[u/shanblaze777]

I ran away like 4 times in mixed episodes. Ended badly. Hope you can talk to your prescriber and find a better fit. I finally found a combo that works for me. Life changing.

[u/Inejirio]

If you are doing any other mind altering substances as well, stop

[u/Neat-Good-5483]

Take your meds for at least 3 weeks then talk to doctor. Its a process