Medication Questions (Page 20)

I am having Lexapro withdrawal symptoms 3 months after terminating - will it get better?

I was on Lexapro for 1.5 years at 10mg. Upon discontinuing the medication I entered a state of constant dysphoria and brain fog. I also have the classic brain zaps and excessive sweating but I can live with those. It has been three months and I have slowly been getting better, but still suffering... read more

Does anyone taking Vyvanse for BED have difficulty at night once the medication wears off? Tips?

I am a 59 year old female, & I've been taking 60mg of Vyvanse (for BED) for approx. one year. It helps tremendously during the day; however, when it wears off (at nighttime - my most challenging time), I struggle with overeating/snacking on sweets. I usually take my vyvanse at 8:00 AM. If... read more

Does anyone have shortness of breath blamed on the high blood pressure medication lisinopril?

When did you start to feel better on Lexapro? Pls positive stories. I feel very awful?

Anyone have positive encouraging stories being on Lexapro? I'm so worried and scared to start medication but it's really hurting my children and husband. Is like I'm not the same person. I really wish to meet here anyone that felt they would never feel the same again but did. Please... read more

Is anyone currently taking Prozac, with positive results?

I have never taken this particular antidepressant. I need positive input on this medication please?

Was phenobarbital used in the 1960's for anxiety?

My mother told me throughout my life that when I was young she gave me phenobarbital to "make me go to school". I have no memory of being given medication. Was she putting it in my food? Was she lying? I wonder if this was something routinely given to children with school anxiety?

Sudafed versus Bendryl when is it used and what is the diference?

Hello, I have trouble with pain in my sinus when I have a cold. what medication is most effective, Bendryl or Sudafed? Please explain the effectiveness of both. Also, if I have a bee sting and do not have an allergy to bee stings, what medication, Bendryl or Sudafed is most effective to take away... read more

Does anyone feel sick when drinking alcohol on Wellbutrin?

I know you're not supposed to be drinking any alcohol on this medication, I normally don't however I had a small lightly mixed drink with alcohol today and I was super nauseous and ready to vomit. Is this a common symptom with this drug? Has anyone felt like this after drinking on... read more

Can ADHD be treated with the medication Seroquel? Male 20 years old?

Current situation: My son is in State Jail and "they" are treating him with Seroquel. He has struggled with ADHD since he was 3 yr old. Started school at the age of 3 to start his care plan. He was not medicated until the age of 5. He has struggled his entire life. (As so have I, his... read more

Flagging at CVS Pharmacy?

I'll keep this brief. My psychiatrist is trying to find the right medications for my severe anxiety. I am currently prescribed clonazepam in the day and alprazolam at night, but the low-dose of alprazolam wasn't helping with my sleep. So my doctor prescribed me temazepam for sleep.... read more

Olanzapine - how long did it take to see results with Zyprexa?

My 20 year old son is schitzoeffective with hallucinations, delusions, anxiety. He has been on so many medications with no results. He was recently put on 30 mg Zyprexa. I was hoping someone could tell me how long until he will notice positive results with this medication.

Clindamycin - Can this medication be taken while taken amoxicillin?

How do I safely change from taking Lexapro at noon to taking it before bed?

I was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder not too long ago, and I’ve been taking Lexapro. This is my first time ever taking a medication for anxiety, and it’s been helping out a lot. I believe I shouldn’t be taking it at noon. When I take it at noon, I feel very tired for a few... read more

How can one reasonably taper off Abilify?

Let me preface this by saying, I was never schizophrenic in my life, and I was put on the medication as an adjunct to resistant depression in 2004. The important facts are as follows: I've been taking 5 mg of Abilify since July 17th , was at 7.5 mg for prior two months (May 24 - July 17),... read more

High Blood Pressure - I started having severe leg and foot cramps about 10 days after I started...

... my BP medication. At first it was only in the evening, and now it is 24/7 of constant cramping of every muscle below my knees! I've tried several medications, losartan, metoprolol, and lisinopril. Once I go off the medication, the cramping immediately stops. My doctor does not believe it... read more