Anxiety Questions (Page 111)

Mirtazapine - Are there any newer ways to combat anxiety other than the typical drugs. Nothing helps

... my nervous?

Sertraline - Will a can of Pepsi cause me to relaps?

Silly question but I have been off caffeine for almost a month and I have been really wanting a soda. But afraid it might cause anxiety. Any thoughts?

When does the sertraline side effects go away?

I'm 2.5 weeks into taking 25mg of sertraline and having a horrendous time. Each day I'm battling a range of side effects (nausea, loss of appetite, emotional, increased anxiety... ) and I'm wondering when it'll end?

Valium or lorazepam? Which is better for anxiety?

I’ve been on Valium for about 3 years now but still suffer really bad anxiety. My psychiatrist wants to put me on lorazepam. If anyone has some advice or have been on both what is best?

Has anyone been on mirtazapine and not gained weight?

Mirtazapine and weight gain/

Propranolol for migraine with aura?

Has any one taken this without getting side effects. I’m anxious about taking it after reading side effects?

Side effects for low dose Seroquel, what are your doctors saying?

I am taking Seroquel occasionally, 25 or 50 mg, for anxiety/sleep. Works good. I monitor my blood work and no weight gain at all. What are your doctors saying about other potential side effects (some horror stories) than weight gain at low doses? Recent reports say that link to bad blood levels is... read more

Xanax - Does this also help you to sleep better if taken at night before bedtime?

I am on Lorazepam for a number of years and it is not working as well as it was and I am thinking of changing but need something to also help me sleep too!

Anxiety medication suggestions and still allow me to focus at work?

I take 1 mg of Klonopin in the morning and 2 mg ‘s of Klonopin at night and my anxiety is through the roof. Any suggestions? I talk to my psychiatrist on Saturday.

Prozac - first time taking this antidepressant?

I have just started Prozac 20mg. Can anyone tell me about this antidepressant? I am getting anxiety. I can’t stay in bed and I feel restless. I don’t know if this is a side effect of Prozac or not? How long does Prozac take to work?

I am new here and need help?

Quick history is I was on Paxil for 20 years, decided to quit (I know not a smart decision). I have been suffering horribly the last several months and have visited the doctor several times and tried a variety of new medicines, currently on Lexapro 10mg that I take in once a day in the morning. I... read more

Safe dosage amounts for tramadol and Xanax?

I’m taking Xanax 2mg per day for anxiety. I have MDD, and have tried 20 different antidepressants. I want to ask my doctor to put me on tramadol to raise my dopamine, and I wonder how much I can take without a dangerous combination. Can I take 50 mg of Tramadol and 2 mg of Xanax without a... read more

Question about Lamictal?

I have been on Lamictal for a week now. My body reacts not so well to anything new so I have to start on half of the 25mg for a few days to introduce it. I didn't have any side effects but I took a 25mg today at 7am and just now at 530pm I'm feeling nauseous... is this normal? I'm... read more

Can I take gabapentin and Lexapro together or do they interact?

Lexapro - Increasing from 10mg to 20mg. Will this increase the anxiety again?

I will have been Lexapro four weeks tomorrow. It has definitely increased my anxiety. The first two and a half weeks were the absolute worst. Started seeing small improvements at week three. The doctor increased from 10mg to 20mg right at the end of week 4. Will the increase start make the anxiety... read more