Anxiety Questions (Page 82)

Zoloft increasing dosage, is it the same side effects as starting the medication?

I’ve been on Zoloft before, 100mg and it worked really well for me. Eliminated my anxiety and depression. After two years the doctor decided to wean me of to 50mg and I’ve been on 50mg for six months. However I recently had a fall back and my anxiety and depression got really bad to the... read more

How do you wean yourself off buspirone without side effects?

Has anyone gained a lot of weight on Lexapro?

I have gained 45lbs in a year from lexapro. I tried to go to wellbutrin but experienced depression and irritability and irate moments. did anyone go from lexapro to another drug that helped them the same way without the weight gain ?

Is there a medication other than Lyrica and gabapentin for the treatment of peripheral neuropathy?

I wore my back out working in nursing homes and hospitals in several departments. Mainly as a nurse attendant therefore lifting and positioning patients as well as equipment. You get the picture I assume! After back surgery, etc., etc. I was finally forced to retire and have disability... read more

Blood pressure medication?

I'm 25 and I have severe health anxiety. I was recently diagnosed with hypertension and I was prescribed lisinopril but am super scared to take it. I guess what I'm asking is if this medication is safe or if it going to cause serious harm?

Diazepam for dental anxiety?

I have a terrible dental phobia and I'm due some fairly heavy work in a couple of week's time. I was meant to be going in today so the dentist prescribed me 5mg of diazepam to take the night before the appointment and another 5mg to take 2 hours before the appointment. I took the diazepam... read more

Sertraline - Does sertraline cause shaky limbs and weakness?

I recently started sertraline on an initial dosage of 25 mg and for first 5 days I had all the common side effects insomnia, heartburn, increased anxiety, burning skin sensations, but they started to subside. After 2 weeks on 25 mg I upped it to a full tablet of 50 mg and since then I have had zero... read more

How long does it take for Celexa to start working?

I was put on Celexa for my depression and anxiety and I wanted to know when I will start to feel better? And is there any long lasting affects on my brain?

Does anyone take Wellbutrin for an anxiety disorder?

My doctor wants to put me on Wellbutrin for anxiety and panic. I’m not so sure if this is smart?

Propranolol - What’s your experience with similar situation?

I have high blood pressure and my heart rate is always high every time I see a dr of any kind. I also have anxiety. I stress. The last couple days I’ve been having twitching on my upper lip & calves. Starting tomorrow I start propranolol. Hoping it helps. My anxiety also keeps me awake.... read more

Can hydroxyzine hcl be used as a sleep aid?

My doctor said that this is used to treat itching and anxiety. My rosacea got out of hand, caused me terrible itching. My doctor prescribed hydroxyzine hcl to combat the itching so that I can sleep. Is this a good sleep aid, for instance, when you start a new antidepressant that can cause insomnia,... read more

Buspar versus Ativan-do they have the potential to act in the same manner?

Hi all... I have lots of issues... OCD, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I also suffer from an autoimmune disease that causes me great distress and will most likely shorten my life. I am 63 and currently take .5 mg of Ativan as needed. When I take it, I feel somewhat ‘normal’ and am able... read more

Clonazepam oral wafers for insomnia?

My doctor is putting me on clonazepam wafers because they switched brands on the pills to Solco. Solco brand is awful. My doctor said generics are 80% or less effective, so am anxious to see if the wafers works better. I’ve a question is: Are the wafers also made by Solco? Do you take them... read more

Anxiety, depression, pain and RLS?

I suffer from severe anxiety, depression and all over body pain. Also RLS. My Dr won't give me anything to help. I'm going to try a rhuematologist. I've heard good things about Lyrica and Ketamine. Would you recommend either of those or something else that I can get the relief I... read more

Generalized anxiety disorder - does anxiety cause itching?

Does GAD cause itching and other skin issues like redness / warmth? My GAD is really bad right now due to the pandemic and other issues I’ve noticed more itching overall lately. I used some lotion that I have used for along time after a shower and my arms went crazy. They started itching and... read more