I'm on venlafaxine at the moment and have previously been on fluoxetine. I remember when I first started taking them both my suicidal thoughts increased. I was told it was an expected side effect and it would wear off in a couple of weeks. Make sure you speak to your mental health worker or doctor but I promise the feelings do pass and the meds kick in soon ☺

If you're having suicidal thoughts you should get an emergency appointment with your psychiatrist. In my experience if they're a good psychiatrist they'll listen and change you to a different med or look at other options. Good luck I know how hard it is..

@A MyDepressionTeam Member Hi. Sometimes it doesn't work. But you are doing the right thing by your appt with a psychiatrist. He/she will give you a diagnosis. Based on the diagnosis you will get medicines. If you are currently having trouble you should contact the GP and let him/her know....especially if you are having suicidal thoughts. Best of luck!

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