Xanax and Paxil

Thank you. I have a bad habit of oversharing these things with people in my life (coworkers, friends and family). I always feel so down on myself afterwards, because I realize that they probably all think I'm either an attention-seeking hypochondriac or a nutcase because none of them truly understand. It's really nice to be able to share with people who really know what I'm talking about and understand where I'm coming from, but it's hard to break the habit of feeling as if I'm being a bother or coming across as whiney. Y'all have helped me feel as if I can open up without feeling guilty. I really appreciate all of the support. :) I had to leave work two hours early today because I'm still messed up from the Paxil (nauseated, depressed, still haven't eaten more than a few snacks a day that I had to force down). I think it really did a number on my brain chemistry. I'm not going to let it deter me from continuing to try, though. I'll let you all know how the next med goes. For now, Xanax is my best friend. ;)

Thank you, Larry. You always have such positive, wise responses. I appreciate you. :) Thank you, also, for the offer to email you. I'll take you up on that.

The Xanax is great, but it only seems to be effective for panic for three or four hours and then I'm wanting to take it again. I'd also like to be anxiety-free without the use of controlled substances. I've had problems with drug dependence in the past (well, it's been many years and I was a stupid kid trying to self-medicate, but I know that these addictive drugs are nothing to take lightly) and am currently still hopelessly addicted to cigarettes. I know that the Xanax is prescribed by my doctor and that I am not going to abuse it as that part of my life and mentality is long gone. I know I really do need it and it's ok to take it. It's just that my panic is quite constant and in order for it to really control it I would have to be on it 24/7 and anyone's brain could easily become addicted. It's just not a logical long-term solution.

Did you end up with any dependence issues or have trouble getting off of it?

Jo Erin I haven't used xanax in two years now, I have replaced it with benadryl and I love it. Peace

Larry ***