Back on Prozac, little improvement so far

Treatment and medication
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I had panic attacks, anxiety and depression and recovered 3 years ago.
Last year I was on 20mg of Prozac for 8 months as a precaution for stress caused by upcoming surgery. It worked like magic and I was happy, calm, peaceful and enjoyed life like never before.
I stopped taking Prozac in June after the surgery and until September it was fine. I also see a therapist weekly. But my anxiety and depression returned and I restarted Prozac.
I’ve been on 20mg of Prozac for 6 weeks now. I had high hopes for week 3-4-5 but so far I had little improvement. I know recovery is a slow process but even I battle with this illness in all fronts, the results are discouraging. During this period I’ve read this forum and maintain hope. I have responsibilities and I know these also fuel my anxiety.

I fear what if Prozac does not do the trick for me anymore? Is it possible? I feel like no antidepressant will ever work for me anymore and hopeless. I feel like I never enjoy life again.

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How long did it take to kick in the 1st time? I have been 5 weeks on 20mg and Tues. will be 1 week on 30 mg. So 6 weeks total waiting for some relief from anxiety and obsessive behavior

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Actually pretty long. After 3 months I noticed slightly diminished anxiety (within normal range), increased tolerance of uncertainty, increased motivation and happiness. But in the beginning I wasn’t in a crisis and wasn’t waiting for a “kick in” moment. I guess it was gradual. Now just like you I wait for a “kick in” and probably my doc will up my dose. For me now every morning I open my eyes with lack of motivation, fear and restlessness, they improve slightly as the day progresses.

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I’m not quite sure my thoughts and anxiety are still there but I think it might not be bothering me as much but I’m talking a very tiny decrease,possibly.