Anxiety Questions (Page 185)

Switching to escitalopram from Paxil?

So here is a bit of history. I have been on Paxil for over 20 years and last fall I tried to come of of it and my anxiety and depression came back so I got back on it. However after months it does not seem to work anymore. So my doctor switched me to Cipralex (escitalopram). I have now been on 10mg... read more

BuSpar - I am having bad leg cramps as a side effect?

This medicine has help me get my life back. Now I can think work and not get panic attacks or even depression. However, I get horrible leg cramps. I need help. I need suggestions because is the only medication that has help me.

How long after taking prednisone will my anxiety attacks stop. I can’t take this anymore?

Escitalopram - does the fact that I was taking half dose of 5mg at first mean that I have not...

... seen any improvement?

Buspirone - Buspar and sleep twitches?

I’ve been on this medication for two weeks it has caused some sleep issues after the first week as far as every time I’m nodding out or waking up I have constant body jerks or movements such as grabbing a tool using a tool facial expressions etc. Anyone experiencing any issues of the sort? Tha... read more

Cymbalta 40-60 mgs better?

I am currently on 40 mgs of Cymbalta per day 2.00am and 2.00pm. I am feeling OK just so exhausted. Will going up in dosage make me feel better or worse?

When will I improve? I am feeling awful. I am taking Celexa 20 mg and HRT?

I have anxiety. I started on 10mg of citalopram three weeks ago, but upped it to 20mg 6 days ago. I take it in the morning. I know it’s not long. The anxiety during the day is generally a lot better but my sleep is awful, so I feel hideous during the day with tiredness and a thick foggy head. Do w... read more

Is desvenlafaxine safe to cut?

I've started taking this medication this week, but I have dysphagia so I asked my psychiatrist if I can cut it or split it to swallow it since I struggle, he said it was safe. But when I Googled details about the medication people say it's not recommended to do so, and that it's a risky procedure.... read more

Mirtazapine - Hello,has anyone else had chronic anxiety headaches?

Doctor has upped my dose to 45mg of Mirtazapine and I am getting horrible headaches been told to keep on this dose and to keep doing deep breathing when anxiety starts as its the anxiety causing the headaches,it;s a catch 22 as the headaches make me more anxious.Any advice would be... read more

How long does Effexor XR take to work?

I’ve been on Effexor XR 150mg for a little over 4 weeks. I’ve lost a lot of weight and everyday I wake up anxious. Doc prescribed it for anxiety/depression/ocd/panic attacks. I also take Ativan a couple of times a day. After 4 weeks I still have anxiety most of the day and some crying spells every f... read more

Can citalopram help feeling of lump in throat?

I started citalopram 5 days ago for GAD and my anxiety has got worse I have been getting very bad sweats too and tingling in my hands Just wanted to know how long these side effects will last and how long before it starts working I take 20mg in the morning Have also been given Lanzoprasole because... read more

How do you know when you need a higher dosage of Zoloft?

I've been taking Zoloft/Sertraline, for 11 weeks now. Started out on 25mg and then 50mg. I've been on 50mg for 6 weeks. I'm still having minor anxiety here and there but even that is bothersome. Anyone had the same question? My doctor will probably say try a higher dose. Any advice would be greatly... read more

Has anyone experienced a racing heart with Lexapro and Zoloft?

I’m terrified to try another anti depressant after having the racing heart with both that I’ve tried. Has anyone tried one that doesn’t cause a racing heart?

Propranolol - My thyroid hormone is a little high and its increasing my heart rate and all of that…

... kind of stuff. Will propranolol help?

Celexa for mood/ bipolar?

I am borderline bipolar 2 I was taking some bipolar mood medication‘s but they were not working out so I was already on 10 mg of Celexa for anxiety which seem to help somewhat but I’m wondering if Celexa helps mood disorders and I’m not talking about mood disorder meaning depression and anxiety I’m ... read more