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Side effects of anxiety medication

Have read multiple articles stating that anxiety medications do have side effects. So is it possible to treat anxiety without any medication?

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Yes there are options available. Various forms of psychotherapy like Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy are available through which the treatment of your anxiety can be attempted ...  Read More

My sibling has been prescribed medication for anxiety (Feliz S 10 and Ciplar LA 20). Are there any side effects? What are the interactions with other medications/foods?

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These medicine are safe with no side effects & no drug interactions with other medicines or foods. Thanks & Regards Dr.Kamal Kishore Verma NeuroPsychiatrist, Sexologist & De-Addiction S ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, I have been diagnosed with Anxiety disorder and prescribed Nexito 10 and clonazepam 0.5mg which I am taking from around more than 2weeks(22days exactly)and sometimes, I saw that sweat is coming all over my face and body even though outside temprature is pleasant and I feel anxious and feel different like fear whether the medication is

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In initial stages of treatment combination of above medication increases anxiety transiently and it usually settles. If frequency of your symptoms increases then dose reduction or change of medicatio ...  Read More

Hello Doctor. I have had anxiety since one year and I didn't wanted to take medication because I felt it can give lot of side effects. I used to get muscle twitching, spasms, buzzing sensation, tremors in head etc. So I spoke about this with my family doctor finally and he suggested me two tablets. 1) libotryp - Amitriptyline and chlordiazepoxide

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First of all have u taken dis medicine from GP or any psychiatrist second thing it's not gud to take dis combination which ur taking the is not the correct way of treatment second consult the psychiat ...  Read More

Hi, I am 25 years old introvert with low Confidence have been suffering from Overthinking, general anxiety, Performance anxiety (Suffering from Premature Ejaculation) all day from last 5-6 Months, Sexual Thoughts all day, Thinking All Day what is happening with me and what will i do now, Due to this I am facing lot of problems in daily life, no moo

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Go and visit Psychiatrist near you. ...  Read More

Hello......I am on anxiety medications .. Can i take neuherb mulvitamins and deep fish oil ?? ???mm

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I suppose there should not be any interactions with these combinations. However, after taking those medicines if you feel any allergic reaction, stop taking it immediately and consult a nearby physici ...  Read More

Hello sir.. I have anxiety.. I am on axepine 50 and escigress 5 mg for 4 week... I feel better after started this medication for 2 week ... But then my anxiety come back ... Why this happened. .. Plz help me Plz reply

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Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help here. Just be aware that medicine are one part of any psychic treatment like anxiety. In addition you need follow certain non medicine treatment plan li ...  Read More

Doctor has prescribed me Stalopam 5 mg and Clonotril 0.50 mg. i hv stopped medication after 1.5 month. Almost after 1.5 months after stopping medication anxiety relapsed...again i had taken same medication. after 2 months with tapering the dosage, i had stopped medication. Now again anxiety relapsing . I would like to know how long i should take

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Hi The anxiety medication needs to be taken for minimum one year or more. Antidepressant anti anxiety drug need to be taken regularly while clonotril can be taken as on when required basis. So consul ...  Read More

I have started new medication based on a genetic test I took.. I started taking pristiq and vyvanse for ADHD and anxiety/depression, and abruptly stopped zoloft. I have been experiencing the worst paranoia I ever have before after five days into it, mostly in public and in transition at work. I have read that these combinations together can be prob

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Consult good psychiatrist and seek help feom him.Keep touch with him.Good follow up is very necessary. Whatever dr s advice plz follow it. Along with this u Consult a good homoeopathic doctor and a go ...  Read More

Hi I have panic disorder i visited pschyiatrist he prescribed Zoloft 25 mg 1st 10 days 1st 5 days are severe anxiety then 50 mg Zoloft for 20 days same the 5 days awful and quite now day before yesterday he prescribed 75 mg Zoloft(for 1 month) morning 25 night 50mg Zoloft today 3 day still I feel anxious unwanted thought fear of losing control etc

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Sometimes in the beginning certain antidepressants may cause anxiety in some patients. It usually wanted off in 1 week. Please take some time and observe. If it doesn't go down then consult your Psych ...  Read More

Hi doctor, I have taken 15 bandy plus tablets and many antibiotics in 3 months, I am having extreme weakness and anxiety, and diarrhea sometimes I have taken probiotics too but still have weakness and anxiety how many days do this side effects takes to solve and what I do now please help

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Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine ...  Read More

Hi doctor, I have taken 15 bandy plus tablets and many antibiotics in 3 months, I am having extreme weakness and anxiety, and diarrhea sometimes I have taken probiotics too but still have weakness and anxiety how many days do this side effects takes to solve and what I do now please help

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See ,the question is that why have you taken this much of Albandazole . What were the symptoms earlier. Or the symptoms are persistent even before taking the medicines .A detailed history is needed ,t ...  Read More

Hi doctor, I have taken 15 bandy plus tablets and many antibiotics in 3 months, I am having extreme weakness and anxiety, and diarrhea sometimes I have taken probiotics too but still have weakness and anxiety how many days do this side effects takes to solve and what I do now please help

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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

Hi doctor, I have taken 15 bandy plus tablets and many antibiotics in 3 months, I am having extreme weakness and anxiety, and diarrhea sometimes I have taken probiotics too but still have weakness and anxiety how many days do this side effects takes to solve and what I do now please help

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It sounds like your body is reacting to excessive use of medicines, especially deworming and antibiotics. Taking 15 doses of Bandy Plus in a short time can disturb the gut lining and destroy good bact ...  Read More

I need to come out from anxiety and sleeping pills.Is it possible? I am on medication from time and now want to come out.

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Hi I can really understand how much u are suffering and now want to be off medication. First of all what u need to know is yes it is possible to get rid of anxiety and subsequently the medicines. How ...  Read More

I m suffering from ocd. Doctor prescribed me flufem, clonil, and sizodon. Now I m facing problem of decreased libido and ejaculation issues. I m on these medications (flufem more than 20 days, sizodon more than 20 days and clonil 13 days. Though I m noticing improvements these side effects are bothering me. I want to know when this issue will subsi

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Kindly take a proper consultation ...  Read More

Hi doctors, I am taking sertraline 25 mg night with clonazepam .25 at night for anxiety and tranxiety 50 mg in morning for the past two days..and I am having more panic feelings, anxiety in the morning. Is this a side effects..when will it subside..please help

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Hi.. medicines take sometime to work. Consult online for counseling ...  Read More

Hi docter I have been on medications for anxiety and depression. I have been given the medicines bupron xl 500 and escitalopalm 20 mg. It worked well in the beginning but my hands would always shiver after i started this medications. Its been a month I am not taking them regularly.. as I am feeling really demotivated and feeling helpless. But I fe

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Hi.. maybe you need an adjustment of your medicines. You need to take medicines for a few days for symptoms to go away. Consult online for further evaluation and management ...  Read More

I've been advised to take daxid 50 mg Does it have any side effects? Drowsiness? Stomach issues? How long will it take to work

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Daxid can cause sedation initially, can lead to gastrointestinal symptoms like bloating acidity diarrhea. These are usually transient. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I’ve been taking Paxitor 12.5 for the past 5 months for anxiety, but I experienced strong withdrawal symptoms when I tried to stop it. Even after restarting it 7 days ago, I still feel mild, unclear headaches. Could you please suggest a substitute with lower dependency and easier tapering?

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I was on anxiety medication(nexito 5mg & Clonazepam 0.5mg)from last 15 days and i am feeling good. But i still feel symptoms like tingling hands, weakness in neck and getting sweat behind ears and feeling some low confidence in doing the things. I have consulted my psychiatrist yesterday and he suggested me Pramper forte(escitalopram 10mg and Clo

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Hi.. its better to continue medicines and also practice relaxation techniques. Consult online for further questions ...  Read More

I m suffering from anxiety due to some health issues like recurrent UTI and Less Appetite, Performance Anxiety and general anxiety, my family doctor advised me to not take anxiety medicines as you will get dependent on medications, is homeopathy medicine good for anxiety without side effects or any other solution for anxiety

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Hi Practo user A homoeopathic treatment will give you a permanent cure naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Or click on the calling option over my pro ...  Read More

I am suffering from nxiety and panic attacks doctor pescribed me some medicines so i am worried about side effects Pari cr 12.5 mg in night for 5 days and 25 mg for 15 days Melzap md 0.25 in evening and night Tryptomer 10mg 2 tablets in night Zolfresh 10 in night

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Hi.. the side-effects like excessive drowsiness could be there as there are 2 benzodiazepines. Observe for any other side-effects and discuss with ur doctor. ...  Read More

I was taking anxiety and OCD medication .Before medication I was taking Ashwagandha powder 1 spoon before Bed. Can i take it along medication as the medication is going on? Kindly tell me.

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Hi.. need further details regarding your medicines to advise appropriately. Usually taking antidepressants along with ashwagandha raises serotonin levels. ...  Read More

Hi, I'm a 21y old with Generalized anxiety disorder. I've taken consultation with a psychiatrist and been prescribed medication for 6 weeks - Serta 50 (first 10 days) followed by Serta 100 for the rest. Just wanted to know if this medication has any negative effects on concentration and the ability to memorise and learn. I have very important exam

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It won't have any negative effect on your concentration or memory rather it will help you after around 2 weeks of use. So, you should start it right now without waiting. ...  Read More

I am on Anxiety treatment for past 1.5 years. My medicines were tapered as my condition improved .. I was taking 1.Dvenlor 25mg 0-0-1 2.Clonazapem 0.25 0-0-1 for past two months Yesterday my doctor further tapered and stopped clonaza0em 0.25 completely.Now iam taking 1.Zolpiedem 5mg. 0-0-1 2.Delvenlor 25mg 0-0-1 (on alternate days) Now I am feelin

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Hello Sir There are occasional chances of dizziness feeling when Clonazepam is stopped and other medication is started Need not worry, it settles in a few days ...  Read More

I am 4 month pregnant and suffering from anxiety of death . Could you please let me know if there are any medication for this.

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Hi.. usually counseling will be the first line of management in pregnancy. Medicines will be given only if absolutely necessary. ...  Read More

I m suffering from anxiety so i am prescrined thses tablets venlife d50 and nortrop 25 for anxiety and headaches and thses doese i take in night So yersterdta night i missed a dose so waht shoukd i do noe can i take it noe or directly tonight Pls reply fast

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If you have missed one dose there is nothing to worry at all. You can take the routine dose as usual from tonight. ...  Read More

I was feeling sad and depressed from almost 2 months. From 2-3 days I'm expirenicing anxiety type attacks , last for some minutes. Right now I'm not on any anti anxiety medications. However doctor advised me to take amytryptilline and clonazepam sos. Is it necessary for me to take psychological counselling..

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It’s a good thought if you can seek for professional support taking counselling.See When dealing with sadness or anxiety attacks, it's important to have strategies that can help manage and alleviate s ...  Read More

Atomoxetine was prescribed to me to treat adhd. I took it along with fludac and it caused various side effects like high bp, pulse rate change, anger, aggression and irritability. Can the side effects of atomoxetine be nullified or stabilized by combining it with another ssri like sertraline or fluvoxamine ? Or even desvenlafaxine/venlafaxine? Plea

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Fluoxetine increases levels of atomoxetine by reducing its metabolism. So there are higher chances of side effects of atomoxetine. You should reduce the dose of atomoxetine in consultation with your P ...  Read More

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