Posted by Aubs on January 3, 2001, at 20:40:27
In reply to Fear of taking medication, posted by Bruce on January 1, 2001, at 13:59:13
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> Now I'm afraid to try anything else!I certainly understand!! Panic attacks are AWFUL!!! That feeling that won't go away andgets worse the more you think about it.....I tried many things....including good ole fashioned slow breathing (whichmade things worse in times of panic) Everyone is different with meds and reactions. I also did not do well on Paxil. Tried adding buspar which didnot help. Here's what worked for me. Effexor XR!!! The wonder drug:) There are side effects....annoying but not nearly as bad a panic!!! A little upset stomach...loss of appetite....vivid dreams. But those went away as time went on. I also have alprazolam (generic Xanax) as my rescue medicine. In case things get bad. But never rely on it. Anyway, that worked for me...Hope youfind the right thing.
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