Posted by SLS on February 12, 2012, at 19:28:52
In reply to Long-term anxiolytics with no tolerance?, posted by ta5 on February 12, 2012, at 13:40:13
> Are there any effective anxiolytics (for social anxiety) that can be taken daily long-term that will not result in tolerance and require dose-escalation and eventually stopping?
You want everything!
> If so, which ones?
Someone mentioned Gabitril. I think this drug is worth trying, but be aware that some people experience agitation as a side effect. If agitation does appear, I wouldn't wait too long to see if it disappears. My impression of Gabitril is that it is unpredictable.
Topamax has also been mentioned. This drug has potential to be helpful according to a few studies. I think lower dosages are recommended for social anxiety. The lower you start and the more gradually you increase the dosage, the better are your chances of avoiding cognitive side effects. You may not need any more than 100 mg/day.
The combination of Nardil and Klonopin is probably the most potent treatment for social phobia/anxiety. It doesn't seem to lose efficacy or require escalating dosages.
- Scott
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