I just started taking meds for my anxiety 2 months ago after a bad panic attack that sent me to the hospital. Doc put me on buspar and gave me xanax for breakthrough issues. Was doing ok for a while. Still anxious a lot and was having lots of bothersome side effects from the buspar. Then this past week it all got worse. Had a panic attack Saturday, yesterday and tonight. I did go to my doc this morning and he's changed me over to paxil and upped my dose of xanax for now. Anyone have any history with constant panic attacks? Or can offer some general support?
Hi sorry to hear your news.Anxiety is different for everyone.I use natural things as much as possible. I use rescue remedy,Kalms,& also have Reflexology as much as possible. Holland & Barrett healthful shops are amazing. Lavender oil is very calming on your pillow.regards Amanda
Hi Tiffany.
I am sorry to hear you are having more traumatic panic attacks, is the xanax working better for you than the buspar medication ?
Neil.
I have had the Xanax to take as needed for 2 months. It works ok. But I'm still having lots of anxiety. Since yesterday evening what led to that panic attack was a constant yawning/feeling like I can't get a full breath. Thing is i know I'm getting plenty of air. However, I'm still having this issue and it is causing more anxiety and leads to panic. I have taken my first dose of paxil today, so I'm hoping that eventually that will be a good long term solution.
I just started on Paxil today, dr prescribed it to me last night. I've never been on anything daily. Always had lorazepam on hand since Oct 2009 but last I popped it was Feb 2010 before last Wed when I took 1/2 a pill
Since 2009 I've had 2 major attacks - one led me in the ER and the one last Wed I called 911 for them to come to me.
I've always been able to calm myself by drinking chamomile tea, deep breathing or just drinking water so I've never had to take the lorazepam.
I took the Paxil 10mg this morning and felt fine up till 1:00 after lunch I felt my anxiety come on, I was able to calm myself down.
I know the meds will not work right away but I hope it will help me.