So lethargic

[Deleted member 44517]

My ability to take medications has been spotty over the last week due to issues with my new health care coverage. I've been very busy over the last few weeks with work, kids and holidays but now I find that I can't stop sleeping. I came home from an 8 hour shift yesterday and passed out for 3 1/2 hours. Today, I'm struggling hard. It's been like this off and on. I know that I sleep too much when depressed. Is it possible that a few missed doses of welbutrin and cymbalta have plowed me under.
I keep having to apologize to my kids and husband for being absent.

 

[EveHarrington]

Hugs.

Yes, for some the effects of missing doses can be felt pretty quickly. At this point you probably have little in your bloodstream (given how half-lives work)

Can you start taking them again soon?

 

[Deleted member 44517]

Hoping to get my coverage tomorrow. Otherwise I will bite the bullet and pay full price. Sinking back into depression is a horrible feeling.

 

[ladee]

It is a horrible feeling, and we can feel it starting to take over... hope you get your meds and are feeling better soon... I've been sleepy a lot too... I think mine is weather related.. and boredom... so will go to sleep early and have some art work to do tomorrow... cleaned house today so tomorrow is free... maybe I can stay awake... wishing you to feel better soon...

 

[EveHarrington]

You can get a partial fill of just a few pills if it’s just a matter of waiting for your insurance to kick in.

Also, there are prescription discount cards you can find online that can help.

 

[Deleted member 28403]

The missed doses can be real shit

When I was on Zoloft, when I missed a dose I'd go under the next day

 

[Deleted member 44517]

Thank you for the support guys.
I paid out of pocket for my scripts today. I had some SI last night and I decided I couldn't wait anymore.

I admit that it's a kick in the gut to realize that my normalcy can be disrupted by a few missed doses. I used to have long remission of depression and PTSD symptoms when I was younger.

 

[ladee]

Very relieved to hear you got your meds... and you will have remission times again.... as we are doing the work to rewire our brains... things just fall into place... happy you reached out... and hope you are feeling better today and the next day, and the next day and so on!! Gentle hugs.

 

[joeylittle]

I paid out of pocket for my scripts today. I had some SI last night and I decided I couldn't wait anymore.

I've had to do this before, too. You really did make the right choice - and hopefully you can get reimbursed?

I admit that it's a kick in the gut to realize that my normalcy can be disrupted by a few missed doses.

I try and look at this as, at least I have confirmation that the meds are helping, still. I don't know if that gives you a useful reframe, just wanted to offer it.