Anxiety Questions (Page 43)

Does Klonopin treat OCD and depression as well as anxiety?

I have been separately diagnosed with OCD, depression and anxiety. I've been under alot of stress recently, and yesterday I had what I can only think was my first anxiety/panic attack. My doctor put me on Klonopin for my anxiety and future attacks. During ou visit I was so concerned bout the attack... read more

Whats a good alternative drug for Xanax to deal with Anxiety and panic attacks?

I'm taking Xanax, Adderall XR, Ambien, and Lamictal**

Klonopin/Diazepam?

Has anyone ever taken Diazepam in place of klonopin for anxiety/panic attacks, extreme anxious behavior? I am taking Celexa/Klonopin together for my condition however I have been given and kept to only 20/ .5mg per dose or as needed every month... The doctor seems to be so unbelievably concerned... read more

Cymbalta - anyone experiencing tiredness when starting this and does it go away?

My daughter just started on Cymbalta and is very tired/drowsy? She is on day 3 and the tiredness started on day 2. If you have had this doe it go away eventually? I know they say many side effects go away after a week or two.

Has anyone taken Trazadone for insomnia, and had it keep you wide awake the first 2 nights?

I took my last Tramadol today. Only had one left. I can't refill for another week?

I'm not looking forward to tonight. Any advise for getting by?

ADHD - Is my Adderall dosage is too high?

So I'm 25, I have SEVERE anxiety issues, panic attacks, and I was on anti depressants for 3 years. My doctor then decided I was "happy" enough to go off them and he began me on treatment for my ADHD. I am on Adderall XR 20mg a day, and Xanax .25 as needed (I have been on xanax for years). I... read more

Increasing zoloft... increase anxiety?

I am currently on 100mg of zoloft for my depression and although i do see signs of improvement im not 100%, my dr suggested to increase my dose to 150 and if it didnt work she will refer me to a psychiatrist, im on my 6 weeks on zoloft. Im scared of the anxiety and side effects it causes... URGH

Is Zoloft causing my dizziness?

I started taking a low dose of Zoloft 9 days ago. I was on 12.5 mg for 1 week, and I just upped my dosage last night to 25mg. I have some increased anxiety, a little shakiness, and slight nausea. I woke up yesterday morning and was EXTREMELY dizzy, like the room was moving under my feet and having... read more

Cymbalta - increased from 60 to 90 mgs - side effects?

Hi - My doc has increased my dosage from 60 to 90 mgs for my depression. I have started to become anxious/panicky - is this a side effect from the increase in dosage?

What type of anti anxiety medication is available that does not contain benzodiazepine?

I am in therapy for drug addition and need something to take the edge off but not zonk me out... I cannot take bensodiazepine because I am addicted to it... I am currently on vistaril but it makes me very tired.

How long will it take to get the maximum effect from Pristiq?

I've been on Pristiq for about three weeks. I am on 50mg. and so far have experienced dizziness. Will that go away in time? I have yet to see it affect my depression and anxiety. I am on Zydis or Zyprexa for anxiety which works pretty well. Betsy

Has anyone tried l-theanine at bedtime to counter bouts of restless legs syndrome (RLS)?

There have been some reports that it helps increase dopamine levels in the nervous system. Some of the medicines given to prevent RLS, like gabapentin, are thought to work by this mechanism. Conversely, some medications, such as certain antipsychotics, are dopamine antagonists and sometimes seem to... read more

How long before Paxil starts to fully work?

Week 3 of Paxil 20mg. My side effects at the beginning were awful, anxiety was worse and I couldn't sleep, sit still, racing thoughts.It's slowly progressing, very slowly. But I still have some side effects. I took it over 10 years ago and it worked wonders but I forget how long it took to work. I... read more

Has anyone found anything better than xanax-XR for panic attacks and anxiety? It works great for me?

I have been on quite a few benzos for aniety/ panic attacks but so far have found this to be the best one yet. An overall even feel all day as u only have to take 1 every 12 hours. However, i'm only being presribed 30 a month, what about the other 12 hours in the day? do they ever prescribe 60 a... read more