>>11177900Depression fag here. Any other side effects were temporary or could be ascribed to placebo. Sex drive was the only really noticeable side effect. I went from masturbating 3-4 times a week to maybe once every 2 weeks, and that was more done out of a sort of grudging sense of trying to keep being semi sexual. Sex with partners were no problem, just lasted way longer than normally, and one case of inability to ejaculate after 3 hours while very drunk.
The side effect lessened markedly after a period of 2-3 months which coincided with a marked lessening in tiredness and slight nervousness. It's most likely anhedonia is a side effect that is worsened by other side effects (tiredness, nervousness, anxiety).
The best thing you can do is just not stress about it. They prescribe these meds for a reason. Not that they'll magically fix everything without problems, but because they do more benefit than harm. Most medicine is a trade-off and in most cases when prescribed by a good psykiatrisk it's a good one.
Give your mind time to rest. Sleeping and eating is your friends right now. Don't sweat it. Take what time you need. Say no to that get-together with friends, take a nap, go for a walk, stargaze and cook. You're on the road to health, but right now you're just taking the first few steps.
If it helps you I'm now off my meds and have not had any problems. Lasting or otherwise. Found the energy to pursue my Ph.D, life is good.
Good luck pal.
