Panic Disorder Questions (Page 30)

Clonazepam - Replacing Xanax With Klonopin?

Will I go through withdrawal symptoms from long-term Xanax use while i start Klonopin? Or will replacing 1 benzo with another take care of withdrawal? I was taking 1mg of Xanax 3 times daily, and just switched to 1mg Klonopin 3 times daily, and wondering if/what the withdrawal symptoms be, or will... read more

Mirena IUD & anxiety/panic attacks?

Hello! I am 21 years old and I got a Mirena IUD just about a year ago. I have had great experience with it so far, I got my period regularly every month. Recently, within the last three months my periods have stopped (There is no chance of me being pregnant). So I figured it was just due to... read more

Does taking 0.5mg clonazepam for 3 months require a taper?

If I’ve taken 0.5mg once daily for 3 months. Will I experience withdrawal from suddenly stopping? And if it requires a taper, can someone give me an idea of how to go about doing so?

What is the best generic manufacturer of diazepam?

Hi everyone, I’m currently taking generic Valium, the Mylan 10 mg tablets. I still have quite a bit of anxiety so I’m wondering if these are not from a good manufacturer. I was also recently given diazepam made by Mayne to try instead, it felt as if there was no medication in it at all. I called ... read more

What is the best antidepressant for anxiety and panic attacks, that does not cause weight gain?

Is there such a medication as an antidepressant for anxiety and panic that does not cause weight gain? Anyone know?

Can you use Buspar to get off Klonopin?

I have been on Klonopin since 2005 and lately it just makes me more nervous. I recently started taking trazodone 150mg to sleep. Could it be the trazodone? And again can I take Buspar to get off Konopin? Please help.

Buspirone side effects? Low(er) heart rate and hot flashes / quick spike in body temp, sedative?

Today is my 3rd day of taking buspirone. I was originally supposed to take 5mg once a day “as needed” for anxiety. Took it 1st day after doc appointment (for severe anxiety) at 4pm fell asleep at5pm and stayed asleep until 730am the next morning. I felt so happy stress-free and amazing when I woke u... read more

Prescribed buspirone on an 'as needed' basis?

Today my psychiatrist prescribed me buspirone after we tried propranolol for my panic attacks. She is adamant on me not being prescribed Xanax or any benzos again and I'm okay with that as long as we can find something to help. When I asked her about how to take it, she informed me i could take it... read more

I have been taking Xanax 1mg two times a day for 25 years. Has anyone successfully quit?

I've been taking Xanax 1 mg twice a day for 25 years or anxiety panic attacks post-traumatic stress syndrome has anybody successfully got off of Xanax? The reason I ask they want to get me off of Xanax but I' have taken 2 milligrams per day and it helps me with everyday life. I don't abuse it. Do... read more

Hydroxyzine - Help me with my anxiety and panic attacks?

So I been having anxiety and panic attacks for the last 10yrs I have never taking anything for it I'm really scared to take meds period I just really don't think I can do this on my own I wanting to try something but just dont know what I just dont wanna take anything that's gonna make me feel like... read more

Zoloft increasing dosage, is it the same side effects as starting the medication?

I’ve been on Zoloft before, 100mg and it worked really well for me. Eliminated my anxiety and depression. After two years the doctor decided to wean me of to 50mg and I’ve been on 50mg for six months. However I recently had a fall back and my anxiety and depression got really bad to the point were I... read more

Zoloft - how do I know when it’s working?

I was wondering how I would know when Zoloft is starting to work? I’m new to meds and it can be really confusing.

How do you wean yourself off buspirone without side effects?

Sertraline - Does sertraline cause shaky limbs and weakness?

I recently started sertraline on an initial dosage of 25 mg and for first 5 days I had all the common side effects insomnia, heartburn, increased anxiety, burning skin sensations, but they started to subside. After 2 weeks on 25 mg I upped it to a full tablet of 50 mg and since then I have had zero... read more

Does anyone take Wellbutrin for an anxiety disorder?

My doctor wants to put me on Wellbutrin for anxiety and panic. I’m not so sure if this is smart?