titansmvcIve been on klonopin for almost 2 years at .05 2x a day. It makes me so sleepy I have to cut them in half and take a half 4x a day. They seem to make me nervous until they get in my system then good to go for about 4 hours. I still have nervous bouts and my blood pressure has been high every since Ive been on them.. Im thinking about a yoga class and of course I know you are what you eat so I try to eat better but Im not sure about the klonopin amymore. My phamacist suggested vistaril since its not a benzo and says its an older drug and might help. I was just seeing if you could give me some advice about these medicines. I will be making an appointment with my pyschatrist in the next day or two. The psych says im just a worrier and a anxious person. Sorry for the long post but would just like an opinion since my blood pressure is up and have been on several H>B> medicines that dont work because its all anxiety. I can make it go down 10 points in the drs. office just my telling myself what is going on being anxious. Thanks for your time.
Klonopin or vistaril?
Added 14 Feb 2011:
I do know if I get changed I will have to go slowly with the klonopin maybe about 3 months to get off of it. I just want to be myself again and have joy in my life:)
Added 14 Feb 2011:
So my question is about the vistaril. I have never heard of it but will try it if its a better medicine. thank you all and have a Blessed Day:)
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LaurieShay14 Feb 2011
Hey titansmvc,
Vistral is an antihistamine used to treat runny nose, etc and is sometimes used to treat anxiety and tension. You may not be a canidate for it because of your high blood pressure, the doctor will have to make that decision. It will cause sedation, so be cautious.
Coming off the klonipin will have to be done gradually though you are on a low dose so shouldn't take more than a month. Your doctor will advise you the best way to taper.
Hope this helps,
Laurie
caringsonbj27 Mar 2012
I apologize if I misunderstood your question your pharmacist is right Klonopin is one of the drugs that you don't stop with weaning off, I have taken Vistaril I didn't find it to be a big help to me but it might work fine for you and as far as I know its very safe and can also help other varous problems as well and he is right it's not an addictive medication, but I would not discourage you from giving it a try and just see how you seem to feel, and what works for one person can sometimes do the opposite for another person, I just hope that it does work for you and if it doesn't I hope that they find a medication that makes you feel a lot better! with best wishes, Caringsonbj (Billy)
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Laurie is right you should come down off the Klonopin slowly but being that you are not on a high dose as she said it should be easier, I at one time used Vistaril is something I used I was really fond of (but you have to remember every person is different, hydroxzine hydrochloride (atarax) is closely related if memory serves me correctly Atarax tends to make you sleepy, they are sometimes used for naseau and being sick to your stomach Vomiting, as she said you need to discuss this with the doctor, he will be able to answr any questions you have I hope that this has been of some help and that I have not confused you let us know how you are doing
Thanks for you answers but my blood pressure was always 100/70 until I started taking the klonopin. I know the klonopin is supposed to calm you but it is the only thing that could raise my blood pressure, no sex life, very nervous. I have even been on bp medication that doesnt work, I had a thorough exam last year from a cardiologist and he says my heart is fine, it is anxiety. I made appointment with my psche for the end of Feb to ask him about the vistaril because my pharmacist says its a good medicine and not addicted. He also said I would have to wing off my klonopin too. My question was your opinion on this vistaril, is it worth the try?
Sorry for talking so much but ssri or whatever there called Ive tried so so many and they always make me have thought of hurting myself so the dr, now knows its all anxiety . thanks
Yep, give it a try. Just be aware of the side effects and follow your doctor's instructions carefully.
The pharmacist printed me out a form and the side effects were dry mouth and that was it. Are there more I should know about before requesting this med. Thanks and God Bless!
Drugs.com list the following side effects:
Vistaril side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using Vistaril and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck;
tremor (uncontrolled shaking);
confusion; or
seizure (convulsions).
Less serious Vistaril side effects may include:
dizziness, drowsiness;
blurred vision, dry mouth; or
headache.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Laurie
Hey! I have dealt with anxiety issues on and off for a few years now. I used to be on 3 anti-depressants, which i never felt depressed, just anxious a lot for no known reason most of the time. After years of experiementing with several anti-depressants, n being on 3 at a time, going to a psychiatris, counseling, and doctors, wore heart monitors and had stress test... everything was good, I finally, 2 years ago, started getting off the meds one at a time. The only thing they kept me on was diazepam 5mg, but only as needed for anxiety attacks. I was always afraid of getting hooked on them so i would never take them every day. Finally, the doctor told me about hydroxyzine. I actually makes me a lil more drowsy than the other, but I'd much rather have something that isnt habit forming. And I alternate, sometimes I will take one, and another day I'll take the other. The hydroxyzine I do cut in half with a pill cutter, cause a whole one makes me really drowzy.
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That way I'm not taking any one certain medicine every day. Plus, anti depressants cause a lot of fatigue, weight gain, and even anxiety! Best thing to do is find a friend or family member you can open up n talk to. And start exercising to burn all that extra adrenaline that comes with anxiety. I did insanity last summer and felt great!! just doing any exercise at home or out walking, etc, helps a lot! Hope all this will help you. I struggled for a few years, before figuring some of this out. God Bless!!!