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A 69-year-old female asked:
got mild depression + chest infection. taking doxycycline. is it normal to be exhausted. when will meds kick in. got them on friday...now sunday?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Lynne Weixel answered
Clinical Psychology 36 years experience
Infection: Our body responds to infection in ways that are intended to kill it. Feeling exhausted may be a way to make you rest and avoid spreading it. The antibiotic usually takes several days to help you feel better but even then, you need to complete the Rx and lay low. Call the Dr to get specific expectancies and a possible change in Tx if this is not working. They'll best know your illness.
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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered
Psychiatry 55 years experience
Medication effects: Doxycycline may cause common cold and influenza symptoms which may lead to feeling exhausted.
Thank you for informing about Sertraline
Side effect of Sertraline can be Fatigue.
Discuss with Psychiatrist
• Severity of symptoms now needing Sertraline
• Decrease dose
• Therapy for stresses in your life
• Breathing Relaxation
• Visual Imagery of National Parks
• Meditation
• Tai Chi
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Dr. Lynne Weixel commented
Clinical Psychology 36 years experience
Curious: How did you obtain the info on the Sertraline? I miss the info we once had about medications, conditions and treatments relevant for our inquiring patients. I'd love to get access too!
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