Break up anxiety and stress

2025-02-06 15:54:19
Hi recently had a break up and am having anxiety and overall stress and depression. My heart feels heavy and hot and heart races fast . Wake up with palpitations sometimes. And entire day my chest feels suffocated and heavy. 2 different doctors recommended me different medication so am confused Petril beta 10 Panazep ls Escitolapem + clozepam Which should I take . I took Inderal 10 for 3 days but I saw no difference . Which will give me a fast relief. Or should I stick with something that will give me a long term relief.
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Answered2025-02-11 07:25:34

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I’m really sorry you’re going through this—it sounds incredibly overwhelming. Breakups can trigger intense emotional and physical responses, including anxiety and panic-like symptoms. The heaviness in your chest, palpitations, and racing heart can be distressing, but you’re not alone in this. Regarding medication, both Petril Beta 10 and Panazep LS (Escitalopram + Clonazepam) are prescribed for anxiety, but they work differently. Petril Beta (which contains Propranolol and Clonazepam) provides faster relief for physical symptoms like palpitations and chest tightness, while Panazep LS is an antidepressant that takes longer to show effects but helps with long-term emotional well-being.
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It’s important to follow up with your doctor to decide the best course of treatment. If you’re looking for quick relief, your doctor might suggest a short-term option like Clonazepam, but for long-term recovery, an SSRI like Escitalopram (Panazep LS) could be more effective. Don’t stop or switch medication without consulting your doctor.
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Medication can help, but therapy and self-care are equally important. Consider speaking to a therapist to process your emotions and manage stress in a healthy way. Also, focus on lifestyle changes like deep breathing, gentle exercise, and maintaining a support system. If symptoms worsen (e.g., intense panic, difficulty breathing, or thoughts of self-harm), seek medical help immediately.

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Answered2025-02-10 06:46:54

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Above medicines may give you a temporary relief. It needs to be treated in a holistic approach for complete recovery otherwise it may get complicated. It can be treated well with counseling sessions and homeopathic medicine effectively. It needs to be treated asap. You need an expert psychologist who is a good homeopathic physician.
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I have been working as a Homeopathic Psychiatrist and Counseling Psychologist for the last 17 years. You can contact me through an online appointment for further assistance

Answered2025-02-09 11:24:33

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Stick with therapy sessions for long term solution

Answered2025-02-08 10:39:30

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Consult a psychiatrist.

Answered2025-02-07 13:29:50

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Hi Thanks for reaching out. It is tough to cope with breakup. You must be feeling upset and disappointed. Going through break up is a part of life. If the break up is making you feel extremely upset consult a psychologist for counselling sessions. Consult a psychiatrist about medication. Based on what you have mentioned it seems like you are feeling anxious and upset. Talking to a psychologist will help you feel better. Consult a psychiatrist about medication and consult a psychologist for counselling sessions.
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Contact me for counselling sessions. Along with counselling I can suggest natural foods to calm the mind.

Answered2025-02-07 11:26:00

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Please consult a psychologist for counseling to resolve inner conflicts.for medicine consult psychiatrist
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Answered2025-02-07 10:53:58

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Hi, I'm sorry to hear that you're going through such a difficult time. It's important to prioritize your mental health during this period of distress. From a psychological perspective, the symptoms you're experiencing—anxiety, racing heart, and feelings of heaviness—can be common responses to significant life changes such as a breakup. While medication can provide relief, it's also crucial to consider therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), which can help you develop coping strategies and process your emotions. Regarding the medications you've been prescribed, each serves different purposes. **Petril (a benzodiazepine) can provide quick relief for acute anxiety but is generally recommended for short-term use due to potential dependency. **Panazep LS** (also a benzodiazepine) offers similar effects. **Escitalopram** is an SSRI that is more suited for long-term management of anxiety and depression, but it may take several weeks to notice its full effects. It’s important to have a detailed discussion with your healthcare provider about your specific symptoms and concerns. They can help you weigh the benefits and risks of each medication, considering both short-term and long-term relief. In addition, integrating self-care strategies, such as mindfulness, exercise, and social support, can be beneficial as you navigate this challenging time.
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Answered2025-02-07 10:48:52

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Answered2025-03-03 04:23:08

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I would suggest you to consult a psychological Counselor for a therapy to overcome this issue permanently without depending on medicines..
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Answered2025-02-08 08:26:38

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Hi... Please understand this, each brain is unique and it reacts differently to different amount, combination and dosage of medications. So, it takes time for any Psychiatrist to understand how a particular amount, combination and dosage of medications are impacting a particular patient. Only after few days/weeks they get a real picture of how effective their prescribed medications are and what changes they need to make. But if you keep switching between medications and Psychiatrists. No treatment will be effective. You need to first boil down to one Psychiatrist and a Psychologist. Ecitalopram is an antidepressant (SSRI) and clonazepam is a benzodiazepine medication. Both are very common medications and they both work well in different amounts, dosage, and combinations in different patients. You need to stick to one doctor first to see any improvement. Please do not make combinations on your own or consume any other substance (alcohol, tobacco, weed, etc.) while being on your medications, as it may react. All medications are to be administered under strict medical supervision.
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Consult one Psychiatrist. For Medical Diagnosis and Medications. Consult one Psychologist. For Psychotherapy/ Counselling. CBT along with Interpersonal Guidance and Relationship Counselling is required.
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Answered2025-02-07 11:56:12

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