Anyone ever use any type of anxiety med that held fight impulsivity or urges compulsions that helped immediately?something that makes u not care or feel like doing them giving in!?! I just need something to help till my ssri meds start working?? Please options please
It’s possible that the SSRIs are making those urges feel more intense because they can sometimes increase anxiety before they start working. It might help to talk to your prescriber, whether it’s your psychiatrist or doctor, about the possibility of adding something you can take as needed to manage the high anxiety you’re experiencing. The only thing that worked for me was clonidine because it helped slow down my thoughts and made them feel less urgent, but that’s also because I have ADHD, so it worked for me in that context. There are also medications like hydroxyzine or propranolol that can help with anxiety, but remember that most of these urges or impulses are just distorted perceptions of anxiety. It’s really just anxiety that feels incredibly strong and overwhelming. I know it feels so real, and I’m so sorry you’re going through this, but I promise it’s just anxiety. You are in control, even though it might not feel that way right now. I know the thought of losing control might make you feel scared, but that’s just your OCD trying to get to you. I completely understand how intense this all feels. It’s like a form of hell, and I’m truly sorry you’re experiencing it. It might help to talk to your prescriber about what could work for you, what helps one person might not help another. For me, magnesium glycinate made a big difference. After a few weeks, I noticed my anxiety felt more manageable, and my thoughts weren’t as intense. It’s not a medication, though, more of a supplement, and it can’t replace antidepressants or as-needed medications, but it did help calm my brain down. Also, make sure your vitamin levels are in check, things like vitamin D, B12, or iron can affect your anxiety, making it feel worse if they’re low. It’s important to remember that antidepressants can take some time to work and may actually make you feel worse before they get better. I would recommend bringing this up with your psychiatrist or doctor. They should be able to provide more specific advice and may be open to trying different options with you. Keep in mind that if one medication doesn’t work, there are others they can try. You’ve got this.
It’s not medication, but high dose inositol can help drastically. I’m taking 4 grams right now and I tell a difference. It’s vitamin b8. https://gabapsychiatrist.com/inositol-for-ocd/
Yes. I have a prescription for an anti-anxiety medication that’s for emergencies only. It’s meant for major anxiety and/or panic attacks. Those are the medicines that help in minutes, but people have to be careful using them because of the possibility of dependency. That’s why I only take mine when I really, really need it.
I started Prozac a few days ago and going through the same thing. I’m waiting for this rough patch with the meds to be over! I want my mind to be peaceful
(25f) Before I was diagnosed with OCD I tried Lexapro (wasn’t bad but wasn’t great) and Citalopram (partially think it was a part of what caused me to develop severe anxiety that ignited my once not so active OCD.) After diagnosis tried Effexor and didn’t see an improvement. Was on Adderall for a good amount of my life and mentally did good on it, stopped about 2 years ago because the physical side effects started to become more noticeable. Maybe I go back on Adderall? Maybe SSRI’s and I aren’t a great fit? Anyone taking other medications that helped?
Hiii - hope everyone is having a good day! Has anyone found any type of medication or supplements helpful with thinking sooo deeply about everything and intrusive thoughts? I’m in therapy + doing erp but my brain in this relapse of ocd just thinks sooo deep into my brain and i can’t seem to not to do it pull myself out. Like I’m just paranoid. An example would be if i simply look at my arm I’ll think so deeply about it like what’s under my arm what’s it look like inside etc. but if anyone not in this cycle looks at their arm they’ll be like hmm ok cool my arm and move on w their day. Just looking to see if anyone has had a similar experience of what I’m feeling rn.
Hey what’s up y’all Does anyone else have generalized anxiety along with OCD and is taking a low dose medication? I wanted to try something I’m not big on meidcation but it’s getting to a point that it’s really affecting my day to day even though I’ve been dealing with it for years and years
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