Anxiety Questions (Page 9)

Is diazepam better than clonazepam?

Diazepam seems like a much more calmer drug for anxiety/panic disorder than clonazepam since 0.5mg of clonazepam equals10mg of diazepam. Am I correct?

I take 10mg lexapro in the morning, can I have a beer tonight?

I'm going to the races tonight, wondering if I could have a beer? Thank you!

What happens with abrupt stop of Lamictal (Lamotrigine)?

Does anyone ever get anxiety over taking meds?

I am always afraid to take new meds that the doctor prescribes me. I know certain meds and my body just do not work well

How long does it take for Klonopin to start working?

I have severe anxiety and panic attacks. I feel like I'm going to freak out. My skin is crawling and my chest is tight. I have no patience and am in desperate need of something to calm me down. I have general anxiety, but this is different. I can't function when I have one of these attacks. It is... read more

Has anyone on Klonopin had marked weight gain while taking it?

I've had panic disorder (along with depression, OCD, PTSD, major anxiety... ) since childhood. I'm on an anti-depressant now. I've been on most all of the anti-depressants out there and my dr. has now told me that I'm resistant to the anti-depressants. I was on Klonopin years ago (at two different... read more

How do you wean yourself off clonazepam?

I am on clonazepam 0.5mg 2x day. I am weaning myself off and would like to ask if anyone knows how to? My pharmacist said they are fast acting so if I have a panic or anxiety attack then take one. Please help someone because I started cutting the one I take during the day 1/2. The reason why I am... read more

Cymbalta - Is it common to experiance hair loss? Will it stop and will the hair grow back?

I've been taking Cymbalta for 5-6 months. First 30 mg then increased to60mg. I had to divide it to am and pm because of tiredness. It was working great and then my hairdresser after not seeing her for 10 weeks said my hair was a lot thinner. It's been another 3 weeks and now I'm really noticing it... read more

Has anyone ever used valerian root for anxiety or pain? does it work or a waste of money?

How do you stop itching from trintellix?

Hello all. My doctor put me on Trintellix 10 mg about 3 weeks ago for my anxiety and depression. I had been doing well on it until a couple of days ago when I started itching all over. It is driving me up the wall! The itch is extreme and it is all over. I have an appointment with her this... read more

Mirtazapine - Does anybody have tight stiff legs, feel swollen , heavy and sore knees?

Does anybody have these side effects on 45 mg of Mirtazapine?. my legs feel so heavy, tight, swollen, and my knees are sore in the joints. it gets this bad that I am unable to walk as normal and I have to sit down. I feel like my legs are going to give in on me. my toes feel cold and numb,... read more

How long does it take for escitalopram to get in my system?

Escitalopram 10 mg. I am 20 years old

How can I get my doctor to prescribe me Xanax?

dont rant to me how addictive it is, ok i know i need it i get severe panic attacks i heard it works i tried something else thats for anxiety and depression it dont work just tell me what to say to my doc i am goin to a new one tomorrow what do i say cant just be like yo doc i need xanax i get... read more

I have very bad insomnia, ambien doesnt work, can anyone help me?

My doctor recentally perscribed me to 10mg ambien to go with my .5mg klonopins and 20mg celexa. Originally he said the klonopins would knock me out. They dont. Called him, he called the pharm and gave me 10mg ambien, doesnt work either. I took tylenol pm and benedryl for a long time up to 5 tablets... read more

Did increasing Lexapro to 20 mg help with anxiety?

I have been on Lexapro for 6 weeks now and although it has helped quite a bit with the depression I am still experiencing anxiety, especially in the morning. I shake like crazy and the only thing that helps is xanax. Of course I don't want to continue taking that! My doctor has suggested upping to... read more