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Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questions (Page 12)

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Does buspar make panic attacks worse!?

I just started buspar a few days ago, since then my anxiety/panics attacks feel worse. I am not sure if this is because of stress at home or the medication. Has this happen to any ody else. I hav also noticed that my chest feels like it is racing/pounding and have gotten very nervous just thinking... read more

Has anyone switched from Effexor XR to Luvox/Lexapro/Zoloft, how did you find it?

Has anyone switched from Effexor to any of these three other meds? If yes, what did you experience? How are you doing now? I was diagnosed with GAD, but my new doctor believes OCD is really the cause most of my issues. Thanks!!

What are the affects of very long term use of Klonopin?

I have been taking Klonopin for 20 years for panic attacks and anxiety. The dosage has steadily increased to 2mg three to four times daily. I am going to be admitted into a hospital in the next day or so to be weaned off this drug as my doctor feels this is dangerous, and my anxiety has returned... read more

Gabapentin Experience?

I am have bad anxiety, panic attacks and depression and have tried 3 different SSRIs, all of which made me feel MORE anxious and crazy. My doctor suggested this med. Can anyone tell me the difference in the experience of taking this vs. an SSRI? I am hoping it has an immediate calming affect with... read more

When is the best time of day to take paxil?

I'm a 36 single mother of 2 teenagers. I've suffered from anxiety most of my life. Went to my Dr today and gave me 20 mg paxil.honesty I'm afraid to start it. Any advice would be greatly appreciated! !

Lexapro - Increased heart rate elevated blood pressure first time taking?

Has anyone experienced increased heart rate and high blood pressure first time taking this med. I felt like I was having a heart attack 45 minutes after taking. Ended up at the ER.

Is Wellbutrin making me sad?

I am taking meds for sleep Amitriptyline 25 mg and Buspar 20 mg 2x day for anxiety. But needed something for depression and motivation. I decided to take Generic Wellbutrin instant release 75 mg. It has been 4 days, it does ramp up my anxiety but my doc gave me xanax to get me past the transition.... read more

Is hydroxyzine not working?

I've been taking hydroxyzine for 4 days now & even if I take 100mg at once I get no effect what so ever. Was prescribed it for anxiety & nausea but it hasn't helped with either what so ever, doesn't even make me sleepy. Should I give up on it or does it take a while to build... read more

Shaking on the inside?

anyone every get the feeling like you insides are shaking... seems like when my anxiety is up i get that feeling. its weird but i just try and tell myself its normal for anxiety

Paxil~ is it worth it - weight gain and sexual side effects?

I’m 30 years old and have been dealing with social anxiety, worry, and fear and being so timid all my life. It’s gotten worse lately along w depression and suicidal thoughts. Just yesterday I went to see a very reputable psychologist and after hearing my story he recommended Paxil. I... read more

Menopause - how long does it take for estradiol to start working?

Was just put on Estradiol today for menopause. Had partcial hysterectomy in 1996. Terrible mood swings,irritability, anxiety and sleep deprivation. How long before I should feel medicine start too work?

Seroquel - to scared to swallow pills, any advice?

I am new to this amazing group. My psychiatrist has prescribed me "Pms? Quetiapine 50 mg", (exactly as it is stated on the prescripton) for the first time. I am to be on the 50 mg's for week one and have been directed to start on 100 mg's the week after. I have to be honest my... read more

Why is cymbalta causing me more anxiety?

I was taking 90 mg of Cymbalta started having severe anxiety so I cut back to 60 mg. I still suffered. I cut back to 30 mg and it's subsided but it's still there. I wake up absolutely emotionally and physically drained. What is going on?!

Effexor XR - How is Effexor better then Lexapro or Zoloft?

Im a 25 year old male and iv taken Zoloft about two years ago for my social anxiety and it worked for about a month then did the complete opposite and made me more nervous then before. Also i recently tried Lexapro and the first day i took it, it was unbearable for me, it made me extremely nervous... read more

Anxiety - I have been taking .25 mg of Xanax per day for almost two months but I want to stop cold?

i have been taking .25 mg of Xanax per day for almost two months but I want to stop cold turkey. Does anyone think I will have a problem. I have not taken one for almost 24 hours not and have not had a bad experience yet... turkey. Does anyone think I will have a problem. I have not taken one for... read more

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