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Why Can't I Find A Doctor To Help With My Medication?

A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Livonia, MI

I have been struggling with depression for over 30 years. No medication works for me except Fluoxetine which has lost its effectiveness. I am at the highest dose and it is doing nothing
Every doctor I go to pushes me off to another doctor and no one will help me. They say when you're depressed to ask for help, we'll I've been SCREAMING for help and no one will help. I've been on a waiting list for a psychiatrist since February and I don't know how much longer I can wait. I can't even get… read more

July 2, 2023
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

@A MyDepressionTeam Member That must be really difficult for you! When I had trouble getting in to see a psychiatrist, I ended up (after bugging them a bunch) seeing a psychiatric nurse practitioner to manage my meds. Keep calling them and telling them you need help immediately! The squeaky wheel gets the most attention!

July 2, 2023
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Hi, I am on Busprione and it works for me. I am also on Abilify, Zoloft, and Lamictal. All these medications help me with my depression and anxiety. Plus I have bipolar 2 disorder. That’s what I am on and made suggestions for you. Hugs

July 2, 2023
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Doctors don't like to prescribe Xanax anymore. Why don't you ask for Busperone. That's not a narcotic. I hope things change for you soon. I hope you find someone.

July 2, 2023
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