I'm nervous about getting off because of the horror stories. my doc is going to tapper me off but i heard you still go through withdrawl. what are the symptoms? and what can be done to ease your symptoms?
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The only withdrawal symptom from a prescripton dosage is a day or two of tiredness and return to depression if that was what you were trying to overcome. You might switch to \nTofranil (which I would prefer)or an SSRI antidepressant if you are afraid you will get depressed off it. Fear not. No illness or death will occur if you stop it cold turkey.
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There are a couple things you can do that will help you with withdrawal and the urge to smoke.\n\n1. Work out alot, run eat healthy, don't drink alcohol, cut down on coffee, for me all those things make me want to smoke, don't watch movies with the main actors lighting up or x-files. Nor hang out with friends that smoke.\n\n2. Withdrawal symptoms go away but we just have to remember to take a deep breath and not to punch that guy in the face because he's taking too long at the register and it's not his fault he's a dumb ass. Just remember, it's because we've been smoking for X number of years.\n\n3. Also becareful when in stressful situations, you'll definately want to light up. Death or breakups, or getting fired etc.\n\n4. It all comes down to your personal choice, and giving in or being in control of your decision\n\n5. Anthony robbins says to imagine how happy you are be healthy and living longer, your children etc. Instead of imagining how good that five minutes will be after lighting up because that doesnt last.\n\n6. Or just look at this link: \n\nhttp://whyquit.com/whyquit/BryanLeeCurtis.html
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I draw blood a lot and the best way to get over it is to lay down if possible. Try to relax it doesn't hurt that much it's like a quick poke and it goes really fast. Tell the doctor office that you are scared and they will get the best person to do it.It's important to try to relax and it's important to let them no that you feel faint so that they can make appropriate arrangements which is you laying down. If you get to worked up some people can constrict there veins and no blood can come out. It's not so bad it's just the idea that gets people worked up. I had a patient one time who had a needle phobia and was trying to overcome it and I talked her right through everything but we discussed thing that didn't pertain to what I was doing and it was over before she new it. just discuss everything with the doctor or nurse ahead of time and they will make you comfortable. If you are getting it done at a lab be aware that this is all these people do all day long and they are experts. Good luck
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Hello..I was on Seroxat( contains Paroxetin),it's a SSRI antidepressants which generally is well tolerated ,but as others has multiple possible side effects like constipation,headache(at the beginning of the treatment),dizziness,sometimes causes apathy etc. As to the withdrawal symptoms they are comparatively light and within days the unpleasant feelings stopped.(May cause sleepless nights)..If you need any other information on the topic contact me..Best of luck!!
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just because your panic attacks have stopped, it doesn't mean that you are "cured" of your anxiety. It means that the meds are simply working. You are putting yourself at risk of getting your anxiety attacks again if you decide to come off of your pills. If you do, however, talk to your doctor first. It is not as simple as stopping taking your meds. You need to taper off of them slowly to avoid withdrawl symptoms, such as the ones you are experiencing. Your DR might place you on lower doses for a while to help your body adjust. \nIt is also an option to stay on a small dose of lexapro just so you have a bit of reins over future anxiety problems. just make sure to talk to your doctor, he/she will know the best thing to advise you.
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Nervousness, sometimes diarrhea, nagging headache, drymouth, shakes.  Like previous answer do NOT quit suddenly, ask your doctor for a reduction schedule and expect to feel anxious for a while.  Percs are narcotics and there are always some withdrawal symptoms.  I cut out caffeine when I was reducing them and this helped.
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Going cold turkey in NOT a good idea. You could begin to experience a lot of bad side effects like dizzyness, nausea, headaches- to the point of being incapacitated. I would have to know what type of Effexor you are taking to know how long the withdrawl will continue- extended release, or regular?\n\nPlease talk to your doctor and tell him/her that you want to stop taking the Effexor- and find a way to gradually wean your body off the medicine.\n\nThere are tons of forums and Q&A sites on the web you might want to check out. Here are 2 to start with. Hope this helps!\n\nhttp://www.thedoctorslounge.net/psychiatry/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1013\n\nhttp://www.medhelp.org/HealthTopics/Effexor.html
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if it`s been for while tell dr. do not drink or self medicate you`ll dig that hole deeper. cymbalta is GREAT paxil has some bad withdrawal.the others didn`t work for me exercise is really good also
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i have to take it when i have an allergic reaction and every time i take it i go crazy. i can't stand the way i feel. i am aggressive and have the most horrible thoughts. i so do not feel myself and i even scare myself. not to mention the increased appetite and weight gain. the only suggustion i have is it just has to run it's course which feels never ending.  sorry i don't think there is anything that helps. \n\nthey should build you up to a higher dosage and then taper you off with lower dosages.\n\nI do promise it is temporary. Good Luck!!! I am with you and understand completely.
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I quit smoking back in February.  I smoked about a pack a day for years.  During the withdraw I had a headache for 3 days, and I was grouchy for about 2 weeks.  They say you have to replace one habbit with another.  What I did was started sucking on jolly ranchers and chewing bubble gum.  I also started exercising.  I have never felt better.  I noticed a difference in my breathing after only 2 weeks!!  Just hang in there, and the days will pass and you won't even think about it anymore.  It's also great to go someplace and not worry about being looked down on because of being a smoker.
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OH can I answer this! I have been on "that medication" for quite some time also..but there is hope...go to walgreens and get Valerian Root...it is the natural ingredient found in Valium. It is totally safe. I am a medical Asst for a doctor, who is really into herbs etc. I promise you will feel great and the withdrawls you are experiencing will stop. you do not need a prescription, it is over the counter. look it up online you will see
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Well, I'm not middle aged, but i am on Lexapro 10mg.  Some spaciness is normal for the first couple of weeks, it will taper off.  There are some sexual side affects that i have as well, but nothing like the ones i was having on other anti depressants.  Those too should taper off the longer you are on the Lexapro.
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It is unlikely that your feeling awful is due to withdrawing from trileptal. \n\nIt is much more likely side effects from the keppra and klonopin.  \n\nAlthough, you might feel "awful" if you have really low sodium!  Perhaps something else is causing your sodium to stay low, or it is taking awhile for your body sodium to come back to normal after taking the trileptal. \n\nI would talk to your doctor about what specific symptoms you are having.\n\nHope this helps some...and that you feel better soon!
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I believe the doctor was referring to what could happen to your mental status should you discontinue the drug.  There are some situations that it would be dangerous because of what would happen without a Rx like this, if it is something your body requires to maintain a healthy life.\n\nIt might be good to check directly with the manufacturer of the pharmaceutical, and even give them a call.  They could tell you the exact instance of similar complications, if they exist.\n\nAlso, there may be a support group where someone has already gone through this, and could tell you what good results they got.
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Hello, I am a pharmacist from Oklahoma.\n\nFirst of all, he should definitely NOT stop the drug without seeking his doctor's instructions. This is very critical, despite how others have responded to this question. The withdrawal from discontinuing anti-depressants can be worse than the problems he is currently experiencing. \n\nSecond, yes, sexual side-effects of anti-depressant medications are some of the most common and troublesome known. It is possible that he has difficulty with ejaculation even if he is not experiencing erectile dysfunction. If it is troublesome, have him discuss his options with his doctor. There may be alternate therapies that could reduce the side-effects that he is experiencing.
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Well you're gonna be cross, you're getting one mean monkey off your back!\nTry some relaxation excercises, or go to the store and buy some Celestial Seasons Tension Tamer tea and sip on that. Will help improve your mood and make you less tense.\nThe overall withdrawl symptoms will last around 2 weeks, so bear with it and keep up the good work! You may be a bit grumpy but you have MY admiration for having the balls to even try. \nIf someone says something to you, just make sure you let them all know that you are trying to quit smoking and apologize for your testy behavior. They will  understand and support you during this time......be patient with yourself and cut yourself a little slack because you will get past it!
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I can tell you my experience & opinions, but please make your own decision about taking it. \nI'm taking Paxil right now for the 2nd time. I took it about 5 years ago and could really tell a big difference when I was on it. I had to stop taking it for insurance reasons. The withdrawals were difficult, but not unbearable. I fainted twice & was told that was normal!\nI have seen things in the news about it. I saw one news article where a woman couldn't tolerate the withdrawals of getting off of it so she stayed on it & said she'd be on it for the rest of her life.\nHaving gone on and off of several different medications over the years I can tell you that for me personally I'd rather have a week of bad withdrawls (anything from violent vomiting to headaches so bad you feel like you should go to the emergency room) than live a life time on a medication that I don't want to take.\nDifferent drugs affect people differently. Paxil may or may not be right for you. You should discuss any concerns about it with your doctor. He/she can tell you what to expect.