Anxiety Questions (Page 179)

Drug interactions with Wellbutrin XL?

I had been taking Wellbutrin in conjunction with Lexapro for help with depression, anxiety, and nicotine cravings, and some other medicines for sleep apnea, transition related HRT, and seasonal allergies (Spironolactone, Estradiol Valerate, Montelukast, Loratadine). I had been taking ambien 10mg... read more

Can you take Xanax with propranolol ?

I'm on 10 mg of propranolol for palpitations can I take half Xanax if it don't help

Lamictal for severe anxiety?

I am really struggling right now w severe anxiety. I have had bad experiences with ssriSSRI's amping me up so I’m really not looking to go down that avenue right now. I have a great experience with Lamictal and has to stop taking it when I got pregant about 9 or so years ago. I have had meds work ... read more

How to reduce clonazepam dose?

It’s been almost 14 weeks now, since end of January. My first attempt with Prozac led to higher anxiety and higher dosage of daily clonazepam, up to 1-1.5mg daily. Then, thankfully my GP put me on mirtazapine taking gradually up to 30mg/night. I’m trying to reduce the clonazepam and now take on ave... read more

Switch from 1mg 3x daily of Klonopin to Xanax XR?

Hey everyone! unfortunately I have been prescribed Benzodiazepines since 2010. Today my doc called, and I explained to her im not doing so well and feeling anxious having panic attacks in between doses. So I told her Xanax IR and Klonopin have been the only ones that worked. I then asked her about... read more

Can any of you compare a difference between Nexplanon and Kyleena?

I am currently on Nexplanon and my depression, anxiety, and mood swings are so out of control. I am looking to get the IUD, but am not sure if it will only increase my symptoms or maybe even better them. Please let me know if you have had a better experience switching to the IUD and whether I... read more

Who experienced bad side effects from escitalopram?

I have started the drug escitalopram 3 weeks ago and had huge amounts of side effects like skin burning sensations, numbness and a feeling of being too high. Sometime the feeling is too much. Did anyone have that and how long does it take to go away? I had started feeling some of the benefits... read more

How long does it take to notice a change on anxiety and bipolar II disorder with Lamictal?

I have been on Lexapro, desvenlafaxine and am now on Prozac for anxiety and recently discovered I have bipolar II disorder. None of the antidepressants have worked and I am wondering if I should be hopeful in trusting lamictal and risperidone to work for my anxiety and mood swings? I am feeling... read more

Is Lexapro safe with low blood pressure?

I have had severe anxiety panic attacks since my early twenties. I've tried other depression meds only to have severe reactions. So I am very afraid to start new meds. My BP goes low at night and I'm not sure if this want stop my heart or give me adverse reactions. Any advice? I'm in bad shape.... read more

Bupropion - How to remain calm while having an anxiety attack type thing?

I’ve been taking Wellbutrin for a few days now. I woke up one morning and was instantly having an anxiety attack. It kept me from going to work. As I’m currently typing this, I am having another one I believe. It feels like when you had a bad nightmare and just can’t shake the feeling. That’s what I... read more

Lamotrigine - how long does it take to see a difference on anxiety with Lamictal?

Anxiety caused by urge incontinence - how can I stop it?

I'm a 23 year old woman and for years now I've been struggling with overactive bladder disorder. When I was first diagnosed by a doctor he told me to try bladder training, which I did, and my symptoms improved to a somewhat more manageable state, but never truly went away. Now, over the last couple... read more

Citalopram - How long does it take for sleep issues to resolve when taking citalopram?

Have been taking citalopram for 6 days for anxiety. How long does it take before the insomnia of taking this drug stops and you can get back a normal sleep pattern.

Can nortriptyline cause IBS-D to be worse until your body adjusts?

I have horrible IBS-D and anxiety. I started nortriptyline 3 days ago and I have had some side effects such as: headache, nausea, numbness, chills, and the main one being worse diarrhea. Will the diarrhea improve as my body adjusts or is this a side effect that I should stop taking it? I called the... read more

Metoprolol tartrate for heart palpitations due to anxiety?

Can I stop taking metoprolol cold turkey after 3 days or should i taper off? I have been taking one 12.5mg tablet in the evening.