Serzone User Reviews

Serzone User Reviews

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Comment from: Suzie, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 5-10 years (Patient)

I took Serzone for about 8 years until it was pulled off the market. About a year ago I had told the doctor I wished they still make and he told me they did but only the generic. I began to take it again and have been without any major depression since. I still get down but only for a day or two. I also like the fact that it has very few sexual side effects. Works great for me! Published: October 12, 2007 ::

Comment from: suzyq, 35-44 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

I used this medicine 12 years ago for approximately three years. It was very helpful. I have just been informed of its availability again and can't wait to get back on it. I have tried so many others with so many side effects. I am relieved. Published: October 19, 2008 ::

Comment from: 35-44 Female on Treatment for 1-2 years (Patient)

SERZONE HAS MADE MY MARRIAGE BETTER & treating deppression tolerable. My migraines have severely comprimised my depression treatments. Also being dissatisfied with the loss of sex drive with many of the SSRIs, I knew that my Dr. & I would have to try an older med. Migraines were our 1st concern when he put me on 100mg Serzone. Changing meds is old hat for me so I'm well aware it takes a good month to get used to a new on; I took this one at night 1hr before bed. MY DR. HAS BEEN BETTER THAN ANY I'VE SEEN IN THE LAST 20 YEARS! He wouldn't change the med or increase it at the first rough patch & encouraged me to continue to "Heal My Heart" with cognitive behavioral therapy. When I couldn't shake the "meanies", we added 20 mg of Celexa in the AM; low enough to still love my husband! I did go to 150mg of Serzone for a couple of months, but am back down to 100mg. REMEBER, TOO MUCH SERETONIN & THE LIKE WILL MAKE U JUST AS MOODY AS NOT ENOUGH! I'm well maintained enough to treat my migraines when I have to & can work on myself in a way that was too difficult between migraines & med changes before. Good luck & get those liver panels! Published: September 22, 2008 ::

Comment from: uno, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 2-5 years (Patient)

It was a little tough getting it into my system.. it made me feel uncontrollably tired and miserable. Once it was in my system it worked great and no sexual side effects. I do recommend getting your liver functions checked every six months through bloodwork though. Published: October 26, 2007 ::

Comment from: amandas mom, 35-44 Female on Treatment for 10+ years (Patient)

I had heard this med was "black boxed" and would no longer be available, but I have had no problems with availability and I live in a very rural area. Thank God, because I have been on the generic form of Serzone for more than 10 years with no side effects and great results. Published: December 07, 2008 ::

Comment from: 35-44 Female on Treatment for 10+ years (Patient)

I have been taking Serzone for 11 years now without any severe side effects. I get a bit dizzy sometimes & I have dry mouth but that's about it. I went off serzone for 4 months about five yrs. ago & I was a mess. I tried a few other medications but soon realized I needed the serzone ASAP. I got back on Serzone & have been feeling much better. Published: December 22, 2008 ::

Comment from: Wisdom, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 5-10 years (Patient)

I've been taking this for years and have never had side effects or any liver problems. It's much better than the seratonin reuptake inhibitors and has no effect on the libido. I won't switch. Published: October 10, 2008 ::

Comment from: lucy, 45-54 Female on Treatment for 5-10 years (Patient)

I take this for depression and post tramatic disorder. I have been on it for about 8 years. Having tried several other medication,I found that this is what works for me. Controls my depression and flashbacks. I haven't gain weight or have loss of sexual desire as I had from past medications. No liver problems. I take 3 tablets daily. It has been my wonder drug. Published: November 07, 2007 ::

Comment from: Glad to be here., 45-54 Male on Treatment for 5-10 years (Patient)

This medication helps me to be less irritable and more awake. I do an annual health screen and ask for liver panel to check for adverse effects as declared in warning by FDA. Published: November 07, 2007 ::


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