Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questions (Page 8)

Trazodone - does trazadone stop anxiety and panic attacks?

I started taking Lexapro and I’m having burning sensations. Is this normal?

Hi, I was put on 10 mg of Lexapro and 5 mg of Buspar Thursday. Made me feel off so I took 5 mg of Lexapro and 2.5 of Buspar Friday and Saturday... It was/is causing burning sensations throughout my body. Legs cramp. I feel lightheaded and very anxious. Chest feels heavy at times. Has anyone... read more

My daughter is 14 and was prescribed zoloft for anxiety and post tramatic stress disorder?

I was asking for peoples opinions about it. Do any of you have or know anybody with kids that are on it? I am worried about the side effects.

Which is better for anxiety: diazepam or lorazepam?

These drugs seem so similar. I've been given diazepam by one doctor and previously given lorazepam by another; both for anxiety. What's the basic difference in the outcome?

Why is Xanax NOT taking away my anxiety?

Okay I start having another panic attack about 45 minutes ago, I took a xanax and let it melt under my tongue and then drank some water, I am still panicky... something just does not seem right, when do you go to the hospital and just say, there is something really wrong with me, I can not get over... read more

Gabapentin for anxiety : How long for it to start relieving anxiety?

I am currently in the process of trying to figure out if I have Severe Anxiety, Mood Disorder or Bipolar Disorder. The psychiatrist prescribed me gabapentin 100mg 3x daily. I stopped taking my Ativan b/c I didn't know if it was safe to mix and now my anxiety is through the roof. HOW LONG DOES... read more

Can Buspar cause Brain Zaps?

I ve been taking Buspar (10mg 3x a day) for about 3 months now for anxiety. It took the medication a few weeks before it started working and it gave me headaches for a few weeks but after that I thought everything was fine. Now, in the last week I ve been experiencing these "brain zaps"... read more

How fast does Valium start working compared to Xanax?

I am on Klonopin for anxiety and panic attacks and it does not work. Trying to find out whether Xanax or Valium will be the best for me? I thank you for any help.

Did anybody take paxil during pregnancy? Is this OK?

I'm pregnant and I want to know if taking paxil is safe for me to take... thanks!

Clonazepam 1 mg nightly, 12 yrs, Withdrawal, symptoms advice please!?

I have been on clonazepam for 12 yrs. I have been taking 1mg. at night to help with sleep and anxiety related thoughts. I am now trying to stop because I think it was causing more harm than good, and it's been too long. I tapered from 1mg. nightly to .5 mg for a week, then tapered down to 1/4... read more

How do I know if the Wellbutrin is working?

I am starting my 5th week of Wellbutrin XL (150 mg). Generally, I am opposed to taking medications but my depression has really knocked me off my feet- crying, sadness, anxiety. I feel a little better but not sure if it's the weather or the drug. I had a lot of nausea, still some anxiety but... read more

Zoloft isn't working PLZ HELP!! I have OCD, BPD, Situat/General Anxiety, Claustrophob, Depression?

I am new to this support group but not to the? sight, I usually come here to compare meds and do some of my research, however I NEED to reach out and get answers (I just hope there are answers for me). At any rate, this is very long but I would greatly appreciate it if someone or ones can please... read more

Anxiety-DP cause by depo provera shot?

I'm 20 almst 21. I was on depo provera on and off for 2 years, I was supposed to take my last shot in May but, I decided not to go on with the depo so I didnt go. About couple months later I had my first panic attack and then the anxiety slowly creeped up on me. Since then I have been... read more

Is Long term diazepam use safe?

I am planning on taking diazepam on a daily basis as i have had enough of my anxiety (have had it for 10 years) I have read a lot of things online advising against taking benzos long term but it seems like the only effective treatment. Can someone please tell me if it is ok to take diazepam daily... read more

Has anyone come off of 10mg amitriptyline after experiencing hightened anxiety whilst on it?

Ive been on 10mg amitriptyline once a night for about 5 months for ibs symptoms while ive been on this medication ive found myself feeling very low very tired and started getting anxiety and panic attacks from bowhere which id never ever experienced before and I heard and read online that... read more