Anxiety Questions (Page 153)

Can just 5 mgs of Lexapro be an effective dose?

Has anyone here found just 5 mgs of Lexapro to be an effective dose? If yes, how long did it take to work for you and what condition did you start taking it for? Thanks--

What to expect with Zoloft?

I had a trigger a couple months ago. Since then, I’ve had high anxiety, intrusive thoughts and a bit of loss of self. I voluntarily admitted myself into the ED. They prescribed me Zoloft. Never liked nor have I believed in medication. But to be there for myself and my daughter until I can more n... read more

What to do if I can't take a propranolol until more than 6 hours before my presentation?

I have reasons for which I cannot take the medicine in time.. what should I do? Does the effect of the propranolol last for a long time during the day?

Panic Disorder - I need to try a Rx medication?

What is the best long-term Rx medication to take for anxiety, panic disorder, and cardiophobia in your opinion? What has worked for you personally? I have tried all the non-drug approaches and they help but are not enough like CBT, exercise, healthy diet, and meditation. Thanks for any replies in... read more

What is the maximum dose of propranolol that can be taken before my event?

I usually only take 10mg of the drug an hour before events; But this time I don't know the exact date of the event. It may be between 4-12 hours from the time you take the drug; I learned that the drug has a half-life that lasts for several hours; Can I increase the dose so that it remains 10mg... read more

Does sertraline cause ups and downs in the beginning?

I started 25 mg 9 days ago and noticed that most days my anxiety was decreased. Some days are better than others anxiety wise on day 10 my anxiety seems to have gotten worse. Is this yo-yo effect normal? Could this mean I need a different dose? How long does this usually last? Thank you

Paxil not working anymore?

I have been on Paxil for 2 years and it worked great, however just recently my anxiety has returned, brain zaps, heat intolerance, and so forth and I have never missed a dose! It is like I am having withdrawal symptoms when I'm not withdrawing anything! Has this happened to anybody and what do you... read more

Diazepam actavis 10mg that say “D 10” on them real or fake?

I have got some 10mg diazepam pills that are actavis brand, the imprint says D 10 with a break line in the middle between the D and 10, now the reason I’m suspicious is because I’ve had actavis 10mgs before and these are different to ones I’ve had in the past, they’re abnormally thin and very easy t... read more

How long does the drowsiness take to where off when taking 0.5mg lorazepam?

On lorazepam 0.5mg second day and it has actually calmed my anxiety and anxiousness and tension..making me feel calm. Just feel drossy how long does it take to disappear?

Side effects of Wellbutrin - Lexapro combo?

I have been on Lexapro for like 2 years. Last year Dr. added Wellbutrin to help with depression. Since taking this combo along with meds for bp, pregabalin, magnesium. I'm having a weird side effect. Told Dr. about it 7 months ago. I have been talking in my sleep. I can hear the tv, but not quite... read more

Should I give up on Zoloft?

Started 25mg, now at 150 mg , five months in and severe panic and anxiety , feels like I drank fifty cups of coffee , had a few good days on 100mg… I feel like five months is long enough .. my adrenaline is so high .. shakes , headaches nausea … any help would be appreciated .. is this what the res... read more

Alprazolam dose safe too take for my anxiety?

I took 2 2 milligrams of alprazolam cause my anxiety was feeling very bad..than I waited a while and took a piece a .5 milligram. Is that too much.

How long does it take for clonazepam to fully restore to your system?

I had been prescribed clonazepam for 20 years and I recently changed to a new mental health nurse who wanted to switch me to Xanax XR. I read articles and was reassured by her that I would have no withdrawals because it's extended release. I switched 9 days ago and on the 5th day I felt absolutely... read more

Amlodipine - anxiety, when does it stop?

How long does the anxiety last when stopping. It's really bad... heart rate stays at 95. Stopped 4days ago.

Can you take topiramate 25mg in the morning with buspirone 15mg?