Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questions (Page 20)

Anxiety - I normally take 1-2 1mg klonopin and they dont help with panic attack, what about xanax?

I was given a few 1mg of xanax so I am wondering how long until they kick in? I'd like to not be anxious and go to sleep... any advise?

Switching from Effexor to Prozac?

My doctor decided to wean off Effexor and increase Prozac at the same time for anxiety and decrease withdrawal symptoms. Any success stories out there?

Abilify side effects - dizziness, headaches, stomach issues, will these effects last or fade away?

I have been on 2mg abilify for almost 2 weeks for depression and anxiety. I have tried every other medication out there and either was allergic to them or couldn't handle the side effects. My psych doc put me on abilify. I have dizziness, headaches, and stomach issues. If this is related to... read more

Is buspar effective if you also take Xanax?

I have been taking Xanax 1mg 2 or 3 times a day for years..it is great for preventing panic attacks. I am back on Buspar 15 mg twice a day..I think it helps some for generalized anxiety disorder.Anyone else taking buspar and Xanax together? I read one helpful post where a person was taking valium... read more

Can I take more than 1 Ativan for anxiety?

My Dr prescribed 1 mg of Lorazepam to help me on an upcoming flight from Atlanta to London (in 5 days). I have taken Xanax in the past, but never Lorazepam. I tried it last Sunday night at bedtime (a week ago), and within the hour, I was out like a light. I didn't wake up during the night like I... read more

Did anyone experience vivid disturbing dreams while on paxil or another ssri?

Does this pass why is this

Wellbutrin causing increased anxiety?

Hi, I'm currently taking 300 mg of Wellbutrin (Not SR, though) for depression. I have been on this? for about a month, but in the last week have increased my dose from 200mg to 300mg as recommended by my doctor. I take one in the morning, one in the afternoon, and one at night. I also take... read more

What's the Difference Between Diverticulitis, Diverticulosis & Diverticula?

I recently went for a colonoscopy, and an upper endoscopy. My PCP panicked, and I went to a different gastro Doc than I usually do. I've been going for these for about 36 years and they always find a small polyp and remove it. I also have IBS and in me it takes the form of spasms of diarrhea. But... read more

Best anti depressant to control anxiety?

PLEASE can someone tell me what they have found to be the best antidepessant to control or lessen constant anxiety. The anxiety is worse than the depression. Thank you so much for any replies I may get. I am desperate and cannot function because of the anxiety.

New to sertraline, 50mg in the am with food. Severe stomach pain for 3-4hrs in the evening. ADVICE??

I started taking sertraline 3 weeks ago at 25mg , have been on 50mg for a week now. There are minor uncomfortable side effects, but a big change in my anxiety, so that's alright! However, I've been experiencing severe stomach pain in the early evening that lasts for 3-4 hours. No vomiting/diarrhea,... read more

Does seroquel makes me get anxiety or more angry or more sensitive? I took first half tablet and?

... now 1 tablet from seroquel quetiapine 200mg Am using it from 3 weeks ago

Can I take Venlafaxine and Wellbutrin together? I have taken these drugs at different in the past?

I read a review on this site from someone who found that adding wellbutrin to venlafaxine was helpful. I've been extremely depressed, as in doing nothing, even activities that are extremely enjoyable to me. Years ago wellbutrin seemed to help me get up and go. effexor (also taken in the past, but... read more

I am trying to switch from 20 mg of Lexapro to Effexor. How Should I cross taper?

I have been on Lexapro for over 15 years and I feel it is no longer helping me at all with my Anxiety and Depression. How should I cross taper this. I already started on Effexor at 37.5 mg and I am going to double that starting tomorrow. I am doing this while still on 20 mg of Lexapro.Should I... read more

Has anyone had success with upping dose to 20mg Lexapro for anxiety and depression?

My main issue is GAD, with some depression. I was a long-timer on Zoloft but it stopped working for me. I've was on Lexapro 5mg for 4 weeks, 10mg for 4 weeks and now have been on 15mg for 4+ weeks. Things have gotten a little better, I've had a couple stretches of 4-7 days where I felt awesome and... read more

What are best alternatives to Lorazepam for long term treatment of anxiety?