Im new so ill make this short first time out...i have complex ptsd from being in the service, i ve been this way a very long time and im not getting better only worse. im tired and no longer know what to do.
Hi fallenangel59,
Welcome. I am new here also as of today. I lost my cat this morning.
I am sorry that you are having problems with complex PTSD. I have herd that a very high percent of people returning from the service also have it. I think it was 40% if I remember correctly.
Have you got any counseling?
I also have PTSD. It is from going to NYC on 9-11. I was an emergency medical technician at the time. We were not offered counseling so I simply had to deal with it on my own because I could not afford it. It took me several years to start to feel normal again and not have anxiety attacks, insomnia, ect... There are still times that it will affect me but not as often as before.
Thank you for you service,
Ed
hi ed. i’m so sorry to hear about your cat. i am dreading the day ours will not be with us, he’s is our baby.
thank you also for your bravery in 9/11. my boyfriend is a firefighter and was there for 6 weeks.
i didn’t know him then, but he doesn’t like to talk about it. he told me a few things here and there, but tries so hard to forget it. said he had nightmares for months on end.
i’m glad you are doing better now.
Fallen, welcome!
First off, let me say thank you for serving your country!
I have the utmost reapect for military, thank you, it is an honor.
Two questions -
What is it that you are experiencing?
Are you seeing someone professionally?
no sleep…at all! still some flashbacks and i always feel feel like im 2 beats behind everyone…my temper is awful…i like to fight and still hurt people…I know im wrong for being this way… Ive seen several doctors, none have helped…I am on anti- deps. they dont help much either
i take over 350 mlgs of trazadone anight.. also im on effexor.it doesnt help much ive tried lots of things, so far nothing helps much. I wish it did cause im getting tired of trying. lol
Something you may want to read…
Interactions between your selected drugs
trazodone ↔ venlafaxine
Applies to: trazodone, Effexor (venlafaxine)
WARNING!
MONITOR CLOSELY: Concomitant use of agents with serotonergic activity such as serotonin reuptake inhibitors, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, 5-HT1 receptor agonists, ergot alkaloids, lithium, St. John’s wort, phenylpiperidine opioids, dextromethorphan, and tryptophan may potentiate the risk of serotonin syndrome, which is a rare but serious and potentially fatal condition thought to result from hyperstimulation of brainstem 5-HT1A and 2A receptors. Symptoms of the serotonin syndrome may include mental status changes such as irritability, altered consciousness, confusion, hallucinations, and coma; autonomic dysfunction such as tachycardia, hyperthermia, diaphoresis, shivering, blood pressure lability, and mydriasis; neuromuscular abnormalities such as hyperreflexia, myoclonus, tremor, rigidity, and ataxia; and gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
MANAGEMENT: In general, the concomitant use of multiple serotonergic agents should be avoided if possible, or otherwise approached with caution if potential benefit is deemed to outweigh the risk. Patients should be closely monitored for symptoms of the serotonin syndrome during treatment. Particular caution is advised when increasing the dosages of these agents. The potential risk for serotonin syndrome should be considered even when administering serotonergic agents sequentially, as some agents may demonstrate a prolonged elimination half-life. For example, a 5-week washout period is recommended following use of fluoxetine before administering another serotonergic agent. If serotonin syndrome develops or is suspected during the course of therapy, all serotonergic agents should be discontinued immediately and supportive care rendered as necessary. Moderately ill patients may also benefit from the administration of a serotonin antagonist (e.g., cyproheptadine, chlorpromazine). Severe cases should be managed under consultation with a toxicologist and may require sedation, neuromuscular paralysis, intubation, and mechanical ventilation in addition to the other measures.
Read more: Drug Interaction Report: trazodone, Effexor
thanks for the info.. i didnt know about the serotonin.. im not suspose to take it!! that explains alot..
well, i work in the medical field - it was just the first thing i thought of.
contact your doctor and let me know how it goes - okay?
thank you, i will let you know