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Daisy, I have been in your shoes many times. Anxious, afraid of my anxiety medication, trying to rationalize whether or not need I need to take medication. If your doctor feels that something is in your best interest than I’m sure that is why it was prescribed to you. It is a conversation I have had with my doctor many times, over many years. I definitely recommend speaking to your doctor about your concerns.
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Use it daisy. It will help
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If it’s Vistiril you should take it.It might help and it’s not addictive
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Hi Everyone! Thank you soo much for your replies! It means the world. mvp, thanks so much :) that was really helpful! My medication is called Seroquel, I think the active ingredient is called Quetiapine. Hope you all have a wonderful day! d a i s y
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Daisy, I would definitely suggest having a conversation with your doctor. I know doctors sometimes add this as an adjunct to antidepressants for anxiety and depression. Give your doctor a call today and share your concerns. Hopefully they can set your mind at ease. Ask them why they prescribed it for you, potential side effects, and does this drug have the ability to become habit forming. Hope this helps!
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Hi mvp :) I think I’ll do that, thanks so much for your kindness and care! You’re so wonderful! I hope I can help you like you’ve helped me some day. d a i s y
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:) happy to help! Keep us updated!
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Ooh... I don’t do well on seroquel.
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Hi Karma! What do you mean?
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I took too much one time n passed out while standing at a dentists office. Years later took a lil bit n felt really awful... overly sedated but still anxious.. went to ER. Feel bad I sed take it ... thought it was probably klonopin or attavan... only ever had good experiences with them.
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Hey Daisy were you ever able to get in touch with your doctor? Everyone reacts differently to medication! I take seroquel and have had great results.
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Hi mvp! I called my doctor and made an appointment for Wednesday :) I tried the Seroquel, and it certainly helped with the anxiety and insomnia! We’ve decided though, that I need to switch from fluoxetine to another medication. I’m a bit scared at how bad I am at the moment. I can’t live like this forever! How are you? Thanks for being so awesome :)) d a i s y
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Daisy I’m so glad to hear you are going to see your doctor! I know how awful it can be especially when your anxiety is really out of control. I’m sure your doctor will help you figure out what medications will give you relief and you will start feeling better soon. Hang in there!
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And to answer you question: I’m doing pretty good. I’m having a lot of success with ERP. It is so empowering to realize it works and we can beat this!
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