DOCTOR AND MY MEDS

My doc yesterday said he would not refill my xananx script. Gave no reason. What do I do

.5MG TAKE AS NEEDED

Hi brett,

I am sorry that you are having a change in your options at this time.

Did you ask your doctor specifically why he is making this move?

I would ask, and also want to inquire about an alternative plan...as you are now left without your Rx that was helping you through your anxiety issues.

For now, I would lean on your coping skills to help with any rough spots that come up. If you need ideas, here are some great links.

Self Help sites with breathing/relaxation exercises instructions

Panic attack relief exercises:

http://www.healthyplace.com/

http://www.stress-relief-exercises.com/

http://www.ehow.com/video_4405003_breathing-exercises-panic-attacks.html

http://www.psybersquare.com/anxiety/panic_relax_I

 

I hope that you get your questions answered by your doctor, and come to an agreement on a treatment plan that will work for you.

S.C.

I am a suspicious person, sounds to me like your doctor has had his hands slapped over the way he prescribes
I would get a different doctor, Peace.

Larry ***

Xanax dosages are 0.25 mg, 0.5 mg, 1 mg, and 2 mg.

I think you were right when you posted .5mg was your dose.

Larry has a very good point.  Xanax is a schedule IV drug and the Dr. must write his DEA number on the RX.  The state is usually the enforcement authority re tracking how many RX for controlled substances are prescribed by physician.

I have seen many doctors acting in good faith get snagged by the laws and others that are afraid to order any controlled substances at all.

If your Dr. is retiring you should choose a new one or perhaps even a psychiatrist who usually know the mental health drugs better than a PCP.

Take care,

Kitt