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Hey all!
Im relatively new to being on medication, having only started about six weeks ago, but I’ve had the same problem with two different SSRIs of having an irritated gag reflex. The first one was really bad, I always felt like I was about to gag or throw up, which was why I switched. This new one is definitely not as bad but still there and it’s very frustrating. Has anyone else experienced this side effect with any medications? How long did it take to go away if so? I’m highly considering not trying a third drug and going to therapy instead, as I feel I can’t cope with these side effects much longer, they’re impacting my quality of life. Someone suggested it might be the drug making my anxiety worse which is causing the gag response but I’ve never had this issue with my anxiety before these drugs
Any insight is much appreciated!
Thanks!
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Since being medicated with antipsychotics my throat restricts and I gag.... sometimes I even vomit.
I hate it. I've been gagging for about 2 years now on and off.
Y'day I gagged in public.
I did some research and it can be a symptom of medication.
Sorry you're also going through this.
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Hi monkey_magic,
Sorry to hear you have been going through this too!
Have you seen a mental health professional about this?
That sounds really difficult. Please know that you are not alone!
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Thx for caring. Yeah saw one today actually but I'm bound by a community treatment order to keep getting injected with meds/ drugs against my will until a tribunal in Oct. It's inhumane and unjust.
I'm screwed. Just have to have hope in the body's natural healing abilities.
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Hi Monkey_magic,
we really do care here on the forums! I think the body's natural healing abilities are amazing too. I think during this challenging time it will be important to take care and be kind to yourself.
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