Anxiety Questions (Page 142)

Is 5 mg lexapro enough for an adult?

My dr gave me Lexapro 5 mg once a day plus Xanax XR .5 mg twice a day. After 5 days with lexapro I felt better than I have in years for 4 days. Then came back to nothing great. I told the dr. She said that happens sometimes and it will get better. She continued me on the 5 mg lexapro still. Does it... read more

How long does it take for clomipramine to work for anxiety?

i am diagnosed with GAD, panic disorder and OCD. i started on a low dose of clomipramine in mid november at 25 mg. currently i am taking 150 mg (for one week so far). my panic attacks are gone, my ocd is mild, but i still struggle with anxiety upon waking and lasting nearly all day. is that typical?

Propranolol and mild asthma.

Anyone have mild asthma that doesn’t require daily inhaler and take propranolol? I have mild asthma, mainly my asthma when triggered is coughing. I’m concerned about taking this med as the pamphlet said do not take if you have asthma, but my doctor prescribed it, 10 mg twice a day. I have only tak... read more

Anyone with severe GAD who can’t tolerate any psych meds?

I’ve had severe GAD and depression for years. My depression is decently controlled, but my GAD is getting worse and out of control. My heart rate is now staying elevated. I’m super sensitive to meds and their side effects and over the years have tried several. So far the only medicine I have ever be... read more

Is it okay to take Vistaril, cetirizine, and Klonopin?

I take cetirizine for allergies Klonopin for anxiety and was prescribed the Vistaril for anxiety too.

What is the difference between a Xanax and Klonopin?

I am more forgetful with the Klonopin?

Can one reduce the anxiety that comes with 20mg of Prozac daily?

Is hydroxyzine safe to take??

I have severe GAD and depression and take Wellbutrin XL. I was given metoprolol succinate ER to help calm my system down and lower heart rate and BP. I have lorazepam for bad anxiety/panic attacks only, and was recently given hydroxyzine 25 mg, 1-2 tablets, to take as needed to hopefully cut down... read more

Wellbutrin SR or XL? Which one is better over all? Thank you!?

I have been on bupropion SR 150 mg for 10 days, and ringing on the ears has not subsided, and my sleep is terrible, even taking Xanax at night, only get 4 hours of sleep. Also my anxiety is a little worst. Will I be able to sleep? Will these side effects go away?

When will you know Prozac is working?

I’m at day 12 on Prozac 20mg. I awake feeling jittery still. I usually take .5mg clonazepam about an hour after taking Prozac. During the day, it feels like the nervousness is always present. Will calm ever return?

How long does Lexapro take to fully kick in?

I’m going into week 6 on Tuesday of taking 20mg Lexapro which I just started last Monday on the highest dose. I have anxiety and panic disorder. How long does it take to fully kick in so the anxiety goes away?

I have had severe anxiety for about a week. I take 200mg of Zoloft and 0.5mg Ativan as needed.

Well, I have had to take 1 mg for 3 days now. I’m not sure if my Zoloft has not been working? Or it has just been extra stress on my mind. But I’m ready to give up. The anxiety seems to last forever. Please any advice would be greatly appreciated

Does Valerian Root help with panic attacks?

I have IBS and Panic attacks that are often triggered by my pain. These attacks often leave me on the way to the ER or convinced I’m dying. My doctor did not prescribe me Xanax and wanted me to try a daily medicine but I want to try something else.

Will anxiety last indefinitely?

I’m taking 0.5mg of clonazepam (Teva,USA). Even though I’m on Prozac 20mg now for 15 days, and able to function a little better, Anxiety builds up every 5-6 hours. Will there come a time when I can reduce the clonazepam? How to do that safely? Or will there always be a need to use it?

Generalized Anxiety Disorder - I am on 400 mgs of Lithium and noticed that my urine has a really...

... horrible smell. Is this a side effect? It is making me feel really down, and I am constantly washing and checking. Thank you