Posted by KathrynLex on February 9, 2004, at 17:11:47
In reply to Klonopin, Xanax and Prozac - HELP, posted by tsmed on February 9, 2004, at 15:58:06
Hi TSMed,
I'm sorry you're having such a difficult time right now. I know anxiety and panic attacks are awful...I wouldn't wish them on my worst enemy.
> I have been on Prozac 10 mg. and Klonopin .5 mg. for about three years. About a month ago my doctor decided to switch me to Lexapro. I had to wait 2 weeks to start it.
Can I ask why she had you wait 2 weeks before starting Lexapro?
>By the time I did I was having severe panic attacks and anxiety.
It's worth knowing that Lexapro can actually cause anxiety the first few weeks that you take it.
>The Klonopin was not helping at all. So... she then switched me to Zoloft and XanaxXR. NO HELP... the anxiety stayed the same but I was also groggy!! Now (on my own) I have switched back to the Prozac at 5 mg. and the .5 Klonopin at night. I am also taking a very small dose of Xanax during the day if needed for panic.
I would encourage you to keep your doctor involved in your meds. If you aren't happy with the person you're seeing now, go to another doc. Find someone who has a reputation for being very knowledgeable about meds.
> Has anyone had some of these same reactions? I wanted to change medications because I felt so numb and sleepy. However, I would gladly trade that feeling back to get rid of this panic and anxiety.
It's interesting that you were feeling sleepy on Prozac. When I took it (40 mg) Prozac caused horrible insomnia. But Klonopin makes me tired. Maybe you should look in to combining your Prozac with something else. Xanax or Lorazepam come to mind. Also, I've heard that adding Wellbutrin to your drug cocktail can help you feel more energized.
>Do you guys think I will level back out if I stay on the prozac/klonopin mixture.
It sounds like your body has been through quite a lot in the past little while. You probably just need time to readjust to the prozac/klonopin combo. If it worked in the past, it will probably work again. However, if this mixture made you tired it's worth looking in to other meds. This is why I recommend involving your doctor with your medication choices, so you'll be aware of all the options available to you.
> OH - forgot to mention. I also have Epilepsy and take Phenobarbital 120 mg. for that. Just an added bonus. HELP HELP HELP - I feel like I'm losing my mind with all this and am so confused.I'm sure you're not loosing your mind. Like I said, your body needs a little bit of time. Take it easy for the next few weeks, and try to schedule some time to go talk to a therapist. That can be very helpful.
I hope you start feeling better! Take care.
K.
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