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Fluoxetine

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Whatintheworldgirl · 14/08/2023 21:23

Today I took my first 20mg fluoxetine tablet for my anxiety. My anxiety is caused by emetophobia (fear of sickness) now I've stupidly ready reviews and so many people have said they vomited a lot. In tears!! Help!! Did you experience vomiting or just nausea?

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AlfietheSchnauzer · 15/08/2023 21:50

I did actually have Emetophobia myself before my first pregnancy. Then I got Hyperemesis Gravidarum (extreme, 'puts you in hospital and can be fatal' morning sickness that was indeed, very nearly fatal) and after 7 months of being sick 30+ times per day, I now no longer fear it.

Now, I'm not suggesting pregnancy to overcome your fear - obviously! But I'm surprised your doctor isn't suggesting other ways to tackle what sounds like a life-altering fear. Some form of counselling, surely?

AlfietheSchnauzer · 15/08/2023 21:43

I was on it 12 years and never vomited outside if regular vomiting when unwell or hungover!

Personally I find Duloxetine to be a thousand times better than Fluoxetine but that's just me. If this doesn't work for you, ask if you can try Duloxetine

Robotik · 15/08/2023 21:19

I took fluoxetine from March 2020 - February 2021 and have been on it again from December 2021 - now. I felt sick for a few days both times but was never sick. I am sick easily!! The side effects are worst at the beginning and wear off and now I don’t really have any side effects. These tablets saved my life.

LyndaSnellsSniff · 15/08/2023 21:17

The only effect I experienced on Fluoxetine was the lifting of my depression. 🙂 No nausea or vomiting at all.

PeachF · 15/08/2023 19:58

@Whatintheworldgirl I ALWAYS worry when I take a new medication of any kind for this reason. But I've now learned never to look up the drug or research side effects or I'll end up not taking it. I've been through a lot of procedures and medications in my life where nausea/vomiting can be a side effect, but ultimately it will make be better so I have to take the risk and trust in medicine and medical professionals.

I know how it feels to have this phobia completely rule your life but in some cases, the picture is a little bit bigger you know? Like if I didn't go under general anaesthetic, for open heart surgery, I probably wouldn't be here now to tell the tale. Or morphine afterwards (which can make you very sickly) my pain level would have been SO much worse. I know that's the drastic side of things but I hope you get my point :)

Northernsouloldies · 15/08/2023 18:11

I maxed out on mirtazapine, then on to fluexitine unfortunately now feel they don't do anything and I'm on 60mg a day. Be back to the drawing board and try something else.

Clarebears87 · 15/08/2023 14:37

Has anyone any positive outcomes from switching from mertazapine to fluoxetine? TIA

BunsensBunny · 15/08/2023 00:37

Fellow emetophobe here. Been on fluoxetine for many years and never had an issue

Northernsouloldies · 15/08/2023 00:23

Perhaps get meds information from somewhere more reputable than tik tok. I'm 60mg no side effect issues. Good luck op.

LightSpeeds · 14/08/2023 23:59

No side effects for me at all.

Johnisafckface · 14/08/2023 23:48

I’m currently on it and it never made me vomit or nauseous. It does make me a bit fatigued and drowsy but I just take it at night so problem solved

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Whatintheworldgirl · 14/08/2023 23:16

catrescuelady · 14/08/2023 23:14

I have emetophobia and also on fluoxetine. Never vomited with it at all.

I'm so sorry you have this phobia. Thank you so much for the reassurance. I pray I'm the same as you!

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Whatintheworldgirl · 14/08/2023 23:16

MereDintofPandiculation · 14/08/2023 23:11

I don't know whetehr it will help. but I've found that if I look at a possible side effect and say to myself "well I can't be doing with that. I'm not going to get that", then I don't. Since placebos apparently work even if the person is told about them "This pill contains nothing but sugar but many people with your condition have found it works for them", positive thinking has got to be worth a try!

Thank you! I'm currently balling my eyes out but I promise I'll try to think more positive. Thank you

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Whatintheworldgirl · 14/08/2023 23:15

PeachF · 14/08/2023 23:06

I take 40mg fluoxetine for exactly the same reason as you, and have been for 4 years. No side effects here either. Wishing you all the best, I know how awful emetophobia is to live with x

Thank you so much! Did you find at the beginning you were really scared of the possible sickness side effect? Did it bring on anxiety or did you manage to numb the panic?

I'm so sorry you are living with such a debilitating phobia. I wouldn't wish it on anyone. I hope you're well xx

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catrescuelady · 14/08/2023 23:14

I have emetophobia and also on fluoxetine. Never vomited with it at all.

MereDintofPandiculation · 14/08/2023 23:11

I don't know whetehr it will help. but I've found that if I look at a possible side effect and say to myself "well I can't be doing with that. I'm not going to get that", then I don't. Since placebos apparently work even if the person is told about them "This pill contains nothing but sugar but many people with your condition have found it works for them", positive thinking has got to be worth a try!

PeachF · 14/08/2023 23:06

I take 40mg fluoxetine for exactly the same reason as you, and have been for 4 years. No side effects here either. Wishing you all the best, I know how awful emetophobia is to live with x

stargirl1701 · 14/08/2023 22:45

No side effects with me but it did stop working after 2 years.

19lottie82 · 14/08/2023 22:39

Another fluoxetine fan here. It helps so much with my anxiety. And no, it’s never made me sick, or feel sick.

Circe32 · 14/08/2023 22:13

I've been on fluoxetine for ages for OCD and depression and never had any side effects. In fact, I suffered from formication side effects with Sertraline but have never had any issues with F. Citalopram didn't work for me either. My advice is to trust your body and if it doesn't feel right, speak with your GP and ask to try a different medication.
Might also be worth trying different times of day and with/without food.
All the best,
Clare
PS don't look at other peoples reviews. just trust your own reactions.

mrwalkensir · 14/08/2023 21:55

I was queasy for the first two days (take it for hot flushes) - and I am if I take it a different time of day. But otherwise fine

Igotjelly · 14/08/2023 21:52

I take Fluoxetine. Only side effect I get is terrible indigestion which does sometimes make me feel quite sick (doctor says it’s something to do with the capsule).

FindingMeno · 14/08/2023 21:47

No side effects at all for me, and a game- changer for anxiety.

peachgreen · 14/08/2023 21:41

I had trouble sleeping for a bit and some crazy dreams, and I was a bit sweaty! And it took a couple of weeks for the positive effects to kick in. But honestly I’d put up with those side effects permanently if I needed to, my life is a million times better now.

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Whatintheworldgirl · 14/08/2023 21:39

peachgreen · 14/08/2023 21:36

Nope, not at all and it has been absolutely life-changing for my anxiety which was very severe. I am a different person, absolutely no exaggeration. Best of luck to you.

You're a peach! Just like your name says. Did you experience any noticeable side effects at all that you remember?

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