"cipralex seemed to be my lifeline for the first 4 yrs....the last 4 years was another story. it seemed to have really assisted with my sluggish, tired and empty feelings. i actually felt so consumed with depression and anxiety and stress over weight-gain this last year. now, against my doctors wishes i have weaned myself off 20mg in a month. i&#039;ve asked her to help wean me off numerous times. instead, i would be told its not the right time....ie: going through divorce, custody battle,  deaths in the family or financial hardships. so i put up my dukes and went for it. mind you, she added wellbutrin to my mornings 9 months ago. i am positive that it has helped with my withdrawal symptoms. a big cry baby...but i&#039;m sure that will settle itself."