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Does anyone know of the new benzo, cloxazolam?
I was prescribed with it by my new psychiatrist for my anxiety and depression, together with the strongest SSRI Paroxetine. But my neurologist prescribed me Valporate Sodium for my nocturnal seizures that were being controlled with Clobazam that is sold out on a national level here in Portugal !... read more
Why isn't Adderall and Vyvanse working for me?
I got diagnosed with ADHD when i was in 4th grade. I didn't start taking medication for it till now (i'm a freshman in college now). I went to a Psychiatrist for it and he started me off with Vyvanse 20mg. He graduatlly gave me a higher dosage such as 40mg, 60mg, and 70mg within a month.... read more
Early Adderall refill request twice; pharmacist to make note/contact doctor?
So I've had ADHD since I was 7 just never took medication for it. But about a month ago I decided with starting a new job I should be on my best game so I went to a psychiatrist and we started testing out different doses. First we tried taking one 10mg two times a day (didn't help) went... read more
Quetiapine - Do you take seroquel during the day to calm anxiety?
I'm currently detoxing from my Ativan/lorazepam and am down to .5 mg for the day and I am also on gabapentin three times a day to help with anxiety/agoraphobia. My psychiatrist told me to take seroquel at night for racing thoughts which I'm taking to mean anxiety. He also said I could... read more
Is Dexedrine better for ADHD when Adderall causes anxiety and ED?
I was finally diagnosed with adult ADHD 2 months ago at the age of 30. My psychiatrist put me on Adderall, XR which has allowed me to focus on one thing until it's done (instead of getting sidetracked a dozen times) for the first time in my life. It's really been great, being able to... read more
How long does levothyroxine stay in your system after overdose?
Background: Until a month ago I took 10 mg Zyprexa, 40 mg Celexa, and 50 mg levothyroxine. My psychiatrist switched my 10 mg Zyprexa to 10 mg Abilify. I started to feel restless and anxious so my psychiatrist told me to reduce to 20 mg Celexa few days ago. Now for the levothyroxine issue: Few... read more
Is 1000mg of Seroquel a safe dose?
My psychiatrist just put me on 1000mg of Seroquel daily at nighttime. I was on 600, is this a safe dose to take all at once? I take this medication for psychosis.
Increased vivid nightmares on Lexapro — should I stop taking it?
I have been on Lexapro (5mg) for I believe 11 or 12 days now for anxiety and depression. I was previously on Zoloft for only 10 days and my psychiatrist had me switch due to some nasty side effects (I actually posted a question on here about that at the time too). Anyway, I’m on the Lexapro... read more
Switching from Lexapro to Paxil for anxiety?
So I had been on Lexapro 20mg for 5+ years and last summer I was weened off the medication because my psychiatrist and myself thought I no longer needed it due to the lack of anxiety symptoms. Last fall the symptoms returned and were overwhelming causing me to withdraw and isolate myself in my... read more
Trying to come off Paxil switching to Viibryd per primary doctor?
I've been on Paxil 80mg a day for panic, depression, and anxiety for about 4 years. Went to the psychiatrist because I think it has ran it's course. She switched me to 20mg of Viibryd and reduced the Paxil to 60mg daily. Not having much luck at all. Severe anxiety, no appetite, lost... read more
Bipolar Disorder - I have bipolar and I am feeling so hopeless.
My psychiatrist just changed my meds and I will be starting Lamictal and Viibryd. I am already taking Lithium and several vitamins. I’m at my lowest ever. Does it get better or am I destined to always feel this way?
What to expect at a sleep study?
Hello!! It has been a journey trying loads of sleep aids with little-to-no benefits. So my psychiatrist recommended me back to my medical doctor to make an appointment to a sleep study. I just received my referral and appointment will be scheduled soon. I am very excited to find what’s... read more
Pristiq for anxiety and vestibular migraine?
I suffer from Vestibular migraines and anxiety. I am on 25 mg of Pristiq. Both my neurologist and psychiatrist have said to start low and cut the pill. It definitely says you are not to crush or cut the pill. My question is that I have been on it for two weeks and I am experiencing blurry vision,... read more
Buspar, is the first week the easy one?
I started taking Buspar about 1 week ago today. My psychiatrist said I am very sensitive to medications so she started me on a very low dose. I started taking 2.5 mg once in the mornings, the first 5 days I felt on top of the world! Then she told me I could add a second dose in the afternoon.... read more
Is is OK to take atomoxetine 18mg with Vraylar 3mg?
I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder 1 on August 2020. I am taken Vraylar 3mg but I can't concentrate in school or work and my psychiatrist prescribed atomoxetine 18mg to help with my concentration and complete my work, but I read in an article that atomoxetine is not good for bipolar... read more
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