Psychiatrist messed up

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So I've missed 2 doses of my AD and just managed to get an emergency refill from my pharmacist.
I have the prescription auto refilled but didn't realize I had no refills left. My pharmacy contacted my doctor and he denied it because I didn't have an appointment with him. I was supposed to see him in January but canceled and forgot to reschedule. No one at the doctors office contacted me to tell me I needed an appointment to get my medicine. When I called yesterday the front office staff said she'd put in a request to have it filled until I could see him. I called this morning and was told he denied the request.
I have an appointment with him tomorrow morning. I am pissed and don't feel like he took good care of me through this. But I need my prescription refilled. I definitely plan on putting in a complaint and finding a new doctor in another office. I'm not sure how to handle the appointment tomorrow though.
If anyone could offer advice or just hair pats I'd really appreciate it. I feel forgotten and unimportant by people who are supposed to be helping me.

[yoshijo28]

Wow sorry that happened @rocknrollfriend. I would let him know that you understand needing to have an apt with him to get refills, but in the meantime, wth for not okaying the refill? If he did, then you cancelled before you saw him, I'd understand him saying no the 2nd time. But come on. I don't remember what you take but isn't it dangerous to stop/ have withdrawal symptoms? I'm surprised he did this.

[yoshijo28]

Also ((hugs)) for feeling unimportant. It is definately not personal, just seems like a stupid decision on his part

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Thanks yoshijo28. I made the appointment for tomorrow when I called the office yesterday, and also made the refill request on the same call. That's what the office staff suggested. Then when I called them again this morning they told me he had denied it. Serious wtf.
I'm on escitalopram right now. I'm pretty sure you're not supposed to stop taking it cold turkey. 😕

[bocaburger]

How frustrating. I'm really sorry that happened to you and I hope tomorrow's appointment goes well.

Speaking as someone who missed a dose of her SSRI this week, my advice is to be gentle with yourself. Take it easy, reduce stress as much as possible, and take breaks for self care. If you feel increased symptoms, remind yourself that it is chemical and a direct result of the medication mix-up, and does not reflect poorly on your ability to manage your symptoms.

[mena]

WTF to that!!! I feel like that's rediculous for them to have denied it. It's not like you have a habit of doing this! I'm not sure what you should say at the appointment though as I am way non-confrontational however, I would probably be pissed off enough to really say something. I would maybe express how it made you feel and go from there? Sorry you've had to deal with this! I had a similar experience in the past and it made me switch practices. I'm really glad I did as the lady I see now is absolutely amazing! I hope your appointment goes ok and you can get your feelings across to them. Huge hugs and hair pats to you! I hope you are feeling ok missing those doses. I know if I miss more than one I start getting the dreaded brain zaps. No fun! GL!

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yoshijo28,bocaburger,mena, Thank you for affirming my feelings! I saw the doctor this morning. I didn't ask him about the interim refill because, well, I needed to get my long-term refill and figured I'm going to find another doc anyway. I don't trust him or his office to be looking out for me after this fiasco. SO. I feel much better today, I have my meds, and I'm not on the verge of tears.

[mena]

Feb 9, 2017 15:18:42 GMT -5 @rocknrollfriend said:

yoshijo28,bocaburger,mena, Thank you for affirming my feelings! I saw the doctor this morning. I didn't ask him about the interim refill because, well, I needed to get my long-term refill and figured I'm going to find another doc anyway. I don't trust him or his office to be looking out for me after this fiasco. SO. I feel much better today, I have my meds, and I'm not on the verge of tears.

Glad to hear you got your Meds! Phew! So sorry you had to go through that! So messed up! They should know how dangerous/awful the whole process is when you don't have them. Good luck finding a new doc! Hope you find a good one quickly! ☺️

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Feb 9, 2017 15:38:00 GMT -5 mena said:

Feb 9, 2017 15:18:42 GMT -5 @rocknrollfriend said:

yoshijo28,bocaburger,mena, Thank you for affirming my feelings! I saw the doctor this morning. I didn't ask him about the interim refill because, well, I needed to get my long-term refill and figured I'm going to find another doc anyway. I don't trust him or his office to be looking out for me after this fiasco. SO. I feel much better today, I have my meds, and I'm not on the verge of tears.

Glad to hear you got your Meds! Phew! So sorry you had to go through that! So messed up! They should know how dangerous/awful the whole process is when you don't have them. Good luck finding a new doc! Hope you find a good one quickly! ☺️

Oh, yeah, I will be making a complaint, by phone and in writing. I just couldn't bring myself to do it in person today, when I really just needed to get my prescription filled.
Thanks. I've been in this practice since I started seeking mental health care, so a new search does feel a bit daunting, but it'll be ok.