Anxiety Questions (Page 106)

Buspirone side effects? Low(er) heart rate and hot flashes / quick spike in body temp, sedative?

Today is my 3rd day of taking buspirone. I was originally supposed to take 5mg once a day “as needed” for anxiety. Took it 1st day after doc appointment (for severe anxiety) at 4pm fell asleep at5pm and stayed asleep until 730am the next morning. I felt so happy stress-free and amazing... read more

Did your Restless Leg Syndrome increase with Zoloft?

I have Restless Leg Syndrome/Limb Movement Disorder. Has anyone who has RLS or PLMD taken this medicine? Did you experience an increase in symptoms? I need relief from anxiety, but I'm afraid to go on an SSRI for this reason!

Does stopping Lexapro 5mg after 5 days cause side effects?

I have been prescribed escitalopram (Lexapro) 5mg a week ago for depression and anxiety. After four days I had worst side effects such as insomnia, feverish, and burning sensation. I called my doctor and he told me to discontinue the drug and we can find alternatives after two weeks (he is on... read more

I recently started 25mg valdoxan and also Ativan to help sleep. My face is breaking out...

... though. Has anyone experienced this? I also find i am waking at around 3am. Does this pass? Thanks all

If I take 0.125 mg (half of 0.25mg pill) of Xanax occasionally, will I become addicted to it?

Occasionally means sometimes twice a week

The safest way to wean off propranolol please?

I was put on propranolol (40mg x 2 a day) about 4 years ago for migraines I was badly suffering from for years with no luck from other medication. I also have anxiety so doctors thought it would be a double benefit. Initially I never noticed any obvious side effects but overall I just seem a bit... read more

Is it safe to take valerian root if I am take Zoloft 25mg?

started to take Zoloft about two weeks ago and I was wondering if I can take valerian to calm anxiety.

I am currently taking 20 mg daily of buspirone.

Will it be beneficial to me to take l-theanine daily also? Or will it just be a waste of money?

Klonopin withdrawal? After only 4 weeks?

Diagnosed with GAD several months back. Started on Lexapro and was put on Klonopin .5 2x daily. After 2 weeks dropped down to .5 1x per day. So after a month, went to .25 1x daily for a week, then .125 1x daily for a few days. Have been completely off for a week. Continuing on Lexapro. The odd... read more

Switching from Zoloft to Lexapro?

I have been on Zoloft for about five years and it is no longer working. My doctor switched me to Lexapro and recommended taking my 25 milligrams of Zoloft every other day and the start Lexapro. Has anyone ever switched between SSRI's? Is there any harm in swapping them right away to avoid... read more

What birth control pills have the least side effects for depression and anxiety?

After starting birth control pills I noticed I became irritable, had anxiety, sleeplessness and fatigue so I would like to know what birth control pill I should be taking to eliminate this side effect. I was on lo loestrin .

I am week 4 on valdoxan 25. My depression improved, but anxiety and panic can't control during...

... the daytime while I am at my work. Is it side effect of valdoxan? I also suffer insomnia. My doctor gives me lorazepam 2 mg but i know you can become dependant on benzos. Should I continue valdoxan or stop?

Has anyone ever lost weight while taking mirtazapine?

I recently started taking mirtazapine but people say it causes weight gain. I wanted to ask if anyone has experienced weightloss?

Extremely high dose of gabapentin give to dog?

My dog was booked in to be euthinased at the vet clinic. She was prescribed gabapentin for me to give to her 4 hours before the appt to help with her anxiety of vets. She weighs 22pounds and was given a dose of 1200mg (4x300mg capsules). This dose completely knocked her out and i was unable to take... read more

Does CBD Oil help with anxiety or depression?