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07-27-2011, 03:49 AM | #1 | ||
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are you saying, xanax is very addictive and *helped* you?!?
I guess, I'm not understanding, how it helped you, if, it made you so anxious, you weren't able to do anything?? I mean, I'm having enough, issues, without, taking something that will give me panic attacks, when, I have anxiety, already??? Phyllis
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07-28-2011, 07:27 AM | #2 | |||
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Hello Phyllis
I think you misread Leesa's post She said Xanax was addictive but that it *helped* her anxiety and panic attacks, not that it made them worse. Quote:
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07-31-2011, 03:00 AM | #3 | ||
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But, I *really* *don't* want to take *anything*, addictive, since, I
have an addiction to food, already! Yes, I need to get rid of these thoughts, *but*, I *don't* want it replaced by addiction!! Phyllis
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09-13-2011, 05:16 PM | #4 | |||
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Low dose Ativan worked wonders for me, but docs are hesitant to perscribe because it is addictive. Klonopin made me really sleepy. I cut it in half and it still made me sleepy.
Other people I know love Klonopin....but not me. I have gotten some relief from the antidepressant Celexa. Paxil did not work for me for anxiety but the Celexa I like. I also lost some weight with Celexa.
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09-15-2011, 08:30 AM | #5 | |||
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I meant that I was having panic attacks BEFORE I started taking the Xanax. After I was on it for awhile, it worked so well that I took more than I should and became addicted. I guess I was searching for that initial "high" --- I weaned off it when I realized what I was doing.
The Xanax DID work for anxiety -- and very well I might add. Sorry for the confusion. Hugs, Lee
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10-18-2011, 05:29 PM | #6 | ||
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I've taken Ativan as well as Xanax but I have not taken Klonopin. I've had good luck with both Ativan and Xanax. The Xanax definitely seemed stronger to me so I starting using Ativan instead. I take it occasionally for panic attacks, anxiety and trouble sleeping. The only issue I've had is that I seem to be developing a tolerance to it. Its been taking much longer for it to work and it doesn't keep me asleep for the entire night anymore. I take it so infrequently though so it doesn't bother me too much. If i needed to take it more often, I'd probably speak with my doctor about possibly upping my dosage. Ativan and Klonopin are addictive, so I would talk to your doctor about your feelings on that matter if you are seriously considering taking something like this.
I hope this is of some help to you. |
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10-19-2011, 01:07 AM | #7 | ||
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Karilann, my constant thought is that I *don't* want to die, but, one day, it
*will* happen and I can't stop/ control it. I don't want to not, be here, anymore. So, to answer your question, no, I'm not worrying, needlessly. It's something, which, one day, *will*, happen. Phyllis
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11-12-2011, 09:44 AM | #8 | ||
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The addictive part is this. My MD told me that Xanax is the "crack" of anxiety medications. I was on it for six years. I found that over time my anxiety was spiking for no reason at all. I was perplexed. My MD told me that my body is craving more Xanax. I could do two things. Take more and more or stop. I decided to wean myself off. I will say that it was the hardest thing I ever did. It was harder than quitting smoking after twenty years. I couldn't sleep, I was a wreck. I had multiple panic attacks. But after a few weeks of dealing with it I leveled out. So now I dont take any anxiety medications. I do take an antidepressent due to post concussion disorder. That I will discontinue when and if my brain heals. I am now walking to ease any anxiety I have. Not only do I feel better, I look better. I hope this helps. My anxiety is off the charts since my injury. Getting hit in the frontal part of your head can reek havok on your emotions. I have increased depression, anger and anxiety. I have just started my walks this week. My MD said to rest if my head hurt but after four months of resting I was getting very depressed. So head pain or not I go...one foot in front of the other is my motto. I hope this helped. Good luck... |
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"Thanks for this!" says: | Lara (11-13-2011) |
11-13-2011, 05:26 AM | #9 | ||
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wow... well done, crystal!
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11-13-2011, 07:39 AM | #10 | |||
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Yes, crystal... you managed a very difficult task well!
There is something you might like to try, that will help ease anxiety some without the habituation risk. It is called theanine. It is not expensive, and is from green tea. Taken in large dose, it calms the receptors like Xanax etc, without side effects. Some of us on PN forum are using it and like it. It is supposed to have some effect on healing peripheral nerve damage, but I can't vouch for that aspect yet. It may be slow. http://web-us.com/l-theanine_anxiety_reducer.htm I've used two brands, Doctor's Best, and Swanson's form. SunTheanine is the one to choose. http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supple...tName=THEANINE I could not find interactions with drugs and theanine either. I use 300mg at bedtime. I have not noticed an tolerance with it.
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"Thanks for this!" says: | Lara (11-17-2011), xxxxcrystalxxxx (11-14-2011) |
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