My name is Amber and I am 17 years old. I had a 12 hour panic attack about three-four weeks ago and my body slipped into shock. I couldn't eat, walk, or think clear at all. So my doctor put me on Seroquel. It slipped me back into a clear mind set but later when i went back to school, i have not felt my old self since. My mind is dizzy, my thought process is not the same, and my anxiety is still there. My mom said it was me just getting used to the Seroquel but for two days now I have fallen into a deep depression. I don't care about anything anymore and I want to get out of this. PLEASE, help me. I am not me, and i want me back. Is this the drug or just me getting used to it?
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I'm sorry you are having such difficulty. It's good that your mom is keeping tabs on this; be sure to continue to share how you are really feeling, and let her keep the doctor advised. Hopefully things will level out for you soon.
drjean
Seroquel can also make someone super tired, and make them sleep a lot...be sure to see the doc as soon as possible.
Best,
Clyde
my little sister took seoquel and it's horrible for you. It caused my sister to go into such a deep depression she had a mental break down. my little sister had panic attacks like you. It can work if you need it but depression is the first sign that you need to discuss with your doctor some alternitives that are safer for you.
It probably does have a lot to do with the drug. Sometimes people do have different interactions with different medications. However; it can also be that you have only been on it for 3-4 weeks.
The best bet is to see your T as soon as possible to talk to them about your issues with the Seroquel. They may change your meds, and they may not, but at least you will know where you stand with it.
Best,
Clyde