Anxiety and Stress Questions (Page 12)

I took Luvox for the first time last night and I got absolutely no sleep ! What do I do ?

Need help weaning off Generic Prozac?

Have been taking Prozac for about 3 months now and due to the fact that I want to become pregnant, my LPN has decided to take me off my medications. She told me to just stop cold turkey taking the Prozac but I dont really feel this is the right thing to do. Months ago I was taking Cymbalta and... read more

Paxil or Paxil CR for OCD?

I was prescribed Paxil CR while in the Psych Ward 4 weeks ago. It has yet to help my anxiety and OCD. I know that regular Paxil is FDA approved for the treatment of OCD, however I noticed that Paxil CR isn't approved for OCD by the FDA. Is there a big difference between Paxil and Paxil CR for OCD... read more

Are there any issues ussing these 2 together (Zoloft & Metoprolol). Thanks?

I understand Metoprolol slows your heart rate down and 1 of the side effects can be depression. Can this be counter productive when using Zoloft? Thanks

Effexor XR - Is it worth stopping Adderall for?

I have adult ADD and take Adderall. It's helped with my attention span, motivation and focus and as an added bonus my social anxiety too. On the other hand it wears off and I still feel like I deal with depression and anxiety and have now for years when I'm honest with myself. I am wondering if... read more

Will doxepin, clonazapam, or zoloft show positive on a drug screening, and under what category?

My 23 year old son has been in rehab twice in the past two years and was released from the last treatment center 3 months ago. His drugs of choice were hydrocodone, oxycontin, methamphetamine, and marijuana. He has started to fall into old patterns that make his wife and I concerned that he may be... read more

Should I wait for the full 3 months for Luvox to work or switch to another antidepressant?

To anyone who knows about these meds (especially those who know Luvox/fluvoxamine), 29 year old male here w/ severe and chronic anxiety & OCD. Been taking 200mg of luvox for 8 weeks (started on a low dose of course). 8 weeks and Im still depressed, anxious, my OCD hasn't improved, fustrated... read more

Hand tremors - Prozac related?

Hi. I've had tremors in my hands for about 7 or 8 years now. I saw a neurologist and he said it's "essential tremors". I'm 45 and took Anafranil for 10 years and then started on Prozac after that; have been taking Prozac for about 10 years also. In between, I took some Mellaril and Xyperxa. Later,... read more

Anxiety attack as a result of starting Prednisone and Albuterol for my asthma?

I have had asthma all my life, and came off my inhaler 10 years ago. Yesterday, I saw the doctor for asthma, and he put me back on an inhaler (Albuterol, 2 puffs every 4 hours), as well as Prednisone 15mg/twice per day. I am also taking Concerta 54mg, Lexapro 20mg, Claritin, Singulair 10mg,... read more

Citalopram - side effect; memory loss, not sure if this is worth it?

I take 10mg daily and it helps me i have noticed the past 4months it is affecting my memory i don't have insurance anymore and Im not sure what to do. it helps me just not sure if its worth the side effect

What do you do when SSRI's do not work for you?

I have PTDS, anxiety,nocturnal wake up anxiety and depression.They have tried Celexa, Lexapro, Zoloft, Effexor, Wellbutrin but no combo's. I had the worst side effects with all of them unable to function or eat. Do not want to take Paxil as I heard its very hard to come off of. Have not tried... read more

My dr. told me that Valerian root would help me with my benzos withdarwls & not having my meds?

I was told to go to a pharamacy and ask for valerian root which Dr. Mattewson said it would help me about my xanax situation. I've been on xaxax for 20 yrs and that's the only meds that help me with my bipolar & epilisey and he aint helped me out any all in the way i know whats best for me. I need... read more

What are the pro's and con's to prozac vs. zoloft for teen girls with family mental health issues?

Can going from 20mg of Paxil to 10mg cause increased anxiety?

About 6 weeks ago I went from 20mg of Paxil to 10mg. I was fine until about a week ago I got increased anxiety and my mind kept thinking weird thoughts and images. Now I just feel sad all the time and my appetite is almost nonexistent. Could this be from going down? Would it take 6 weeks to effect... read more

I have been on citalopram 20mg,I feel high and so sleepy.It's only been 2 days?