Coming off of meds. Need advice

[Whitty1109]

So I am coming off a mix of Effexor and Celexa after 3 and a half years and I feel pretty bad. The first few days were okay, but it's not so great now at about 10 days. Just for reference, I was on the lowest dose of both and had been for about 8 months. My anxiety was mainly in the form of unrealistic fear after a massive panic attack. Also had mild OCD. To make a long story short, I no longer have that unrealistic fear but the OCD is insane since I completely came off of the meds. I also have this overwhelming sense of gloom which gets worse later in the day. I guess the reason I am here is to see if anyone else has had a similar experience. I am on the verge of just saying "screw it" and taking them. I would almost rather feel like a zombie again from taking them. It's what I'm used to. I just don't know if it would be a mistake since I've come this far. Also, forgive me if that was kinda all over the place. That's pretty much how my mind feels right now lol.

 

[Kaynil]

I think what you need to do is to go seek professional help about it. Maybe there are other options that don't involve medicine to help you cope with your OCD. Or at least a different medicament that won't be a strong but might help you deal better while you transition to being again medicament free.

If I knew more on medicaments or exactly what kind of professional I'd elaborate more, but I am pretty ignorant when it comes to this kind of thing. This is why I hesitated a bit before answering. I know you want to find people who can relate better, and I hope you get other replies from people with experience and better insight.