How to stop dizziness/lightheadedness caused by anxiety?

how do i stop this
my panic is under control with my celexa but when i sit down
i feel like i am gonna fall off a chair like lightheaded
but standing i am fine

 

I am glad to hear that you are not having panic attacks and that you medication seems to be working out!

As far as the dizziness, it could be a side effect of the medication, so I don't know if you want to up your dose at this time or not.

It could just as well be from the anxiety. If that is the case, the best thing I can recommend is to practice breathing exercises regularly, 10 min at least, twice a day. If this helps, then you'll know what the cause was.

Good luck and let us know how you are feeling soon,
S.C.

well i was having it before the celexa and any of my mediciation so im guessing its axiety
can i take mclizie for dizzyness with celxa
i take celexa at night before bed 10mg

I am not sure what 'mclizie' is. Is this a medication? If so, I don't know of it or if you can mix it with Celexa...I would check with your doctor or pharmacist. There is also a website that you can look at for possible drug interactions.

http://www.healthline.com/druginteractions


As far as the pain in the head, it could just be caused by tension. Improper breathing can cause a whole list of symptoms because if your blood PH is thrown off (imbalance of O2/Co2) it is then being circulated to all systems and parts of your body, affecting how you feel everywhere. That is why breathing exercises are key in anxiety/panic relief!

S.C.

Oh okay...check with your doctor for this, it could be something that could help as long as it is interaction safe.:)

Yes, many people hyperventilate without even realizing it. I have to consciously breathe properly and train myself not to over/shallow breathe...it is not my natural state to breathe in a deep/relaxed manner...shocking I know, Lol! Well that's anxiety for you!

Oh of course! I forgot that you take BP meds...that could certainly be the cause. Definitely check in with your doctor about that, you could be getting too low (hypertensive) as this is known to cause dizziness.

It is frustrating, I know, to try to determine what is anxiety and what could be something else such as a medication s/e!!! Hang in there, and keep checking in with your doctor until you get an answer.:)

S.C.