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Which generic versions of Lexapro (escitalopram) are closest to the real thing?
Hello everyone, I recently took generic Lexapro (escitalopram) for 3 1/2 weeks in an effort to deal with panic attacks and overall anxiety. Even though I started off at a very small dose (5 mg moving up to 10 after the first week) I still had increased anxiety to the point where I was visibly... read more
If I take a low dose of Buspar in the morning will it still cause insomnia?
I just got prescribed Buspar for anxiety. I take Wellbutrin for depression because it has the least side effects. Unfortunately does nothing for my anxiety. I am supposed to take Buspar twice a day I took my first one around 6 pm ... only half. I haven't slept all night, not one minute. Now my... read more
How should you feel when taking 40mg of fluoxetine (Prozac)?
I've been on generic Prozac for around 4-5 months I started with 10mg and slowly moved up to 40mg. I take it for anxiety and panic attacks yet I don't know if it's really helping. I guess my mood has gotten a bit better but still I get anxious over nothing. There's a very little... read more
Switching from Paxil to Viibryd?
Hello, First I apologize for the short story I'm about to right I'm hoping to get some peace of mind from this. The last few months have been very difficult. I have been dealing with panic/ anxiety attacks off and on for many years as a child they just went untreated then went away for... read more
Having shortness of breath on Effexor XR should I continue on?
I've been taking generic Effexor XR 75 mg for about 3 or 4 weeks now for anxiety/depression and I've been noticing that I'm having a sensation of feeling short of breath after taking my medicines in the afternoon. Obviously, it isn't fun to feel like there are issues with your... read more
Buspar worse before getting better?
I just started Buspirone on Monday. it is now Thursday. I started taking it for panic attacks. but now I feel like after starting Buspirone my anxiety has gotten worse. I called my Dr yesterday and she told me that the effects of Buspirone take about a week, so to go through the weekend and see how... read more
Accidentally taking 2 pills of Klonopin (0.5mg)?
I am currently taking Klonopin(0.5mg) twice a day as needed and Lexapro (20mg). i always worry that i might forget if i took my Klonopin once already and take a 2nd one shortly after on accident. is that something i could overdose on and go to the hospital immediately if i realize what I’ve... read more
I’m weaning off of Cymbalta; at the same time, I’m going off of Xanax and Klonopin?
I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Acute Anxiety, Major Depressive Disorder, and ADHD in 2005, re-evaluated and diagnosed with the same in 2010, and re-evaluated and diagnosed with the same in 2018. I began with 120 mg of Cymbalta at night (2 60 mg capsules). I’m... read more
Could effexor xr cause me to have extreme hunger and to gain weight?
I know the side affects say weight loss and loss of appetite. But it seems to be working opposite for me. I can't seem to stop eating. I am always hungry and I wasn't like that before I started on the medication. I just worked hard to lose 40 lbs and getting heavy caused alot of my... read more
Klonopin/Diazepam?
Has anyone ever taken Diazepam in place of klonopin for anxiety/panic attacks, extreme anxious behavior? I am taking Celexa/Klonopin together for my condition however I have been given and kept to only 20/ .5mg per dose or as needed every month... The doctor seems to be so unbelievably concerned... read more
ADHD - Is my Adderall dosage is too high?
So I'm 25, I have SEVERE anxiety issues, panic attacks, and I was on anti depressants for 3 years. My doctor then decided I was "happy" enough to go off them and he began me on treatment for my ADHD. I am on Adderall XR 20mg a day, and Xanax .25 as needed (I have been on xanax for... read more
Is Zoloft causing my dizziness?
I started taking a low dose of Zoloft 9 days ago. I was on 12.5 mg for 1 week, and I just upped my dosage last night to 25mg. I have some increased anxiety, a little shakiness, and slight nausea. I woke up yesterday morning and was EXTREMELY dizzy, like the room was moving under my feet and having... read more
How long will it take to get the maximum effect from Pristiq?
I've been on Pristiq for about three weeks. I am on 50mg. and so far have experienced dizziness. Will that go away in time? I have yet to see it affect my depression and anxiety. I am on Zydis or Zyprexa for anxiety which works pretty well. Betsy
Has anyone found anything better than xanax-XR for panic attacks and anxiety? It works great for me?
I have been on quite a few benzos for aniety/ panic attacks but so far have found this to be the best one yet. An overall even feel all day as u only have to take 1 every 12 hours. However, i'm only being presribed 30 a month, what about the other 12 hours in the day? do they ever prescribe 60... read more
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