Is anyone taking buspar for anxiety?
89191
I have been taking it for over two years now...I don't really think it helps with my anxiety, however it works wonders on my stress level and what I am able to deal with.
176565
Depends.  If you have generalized anxiety...like just being worried all the time, therapy should help...and you won't need medication. \nIf you have what I have, which is anxiety disorder w/panic attacks...see a psyc who can give you meds in conjunction with therapy.  I've always been a worry wart...but over the past year I've had quite a few actual panic attacks...that are very scary when you first have them.  I can be sitting, doing absolutely nothing...not worrying about anything..and withing 5 mins be shaking, feel like I can't breath, lightheaded, dizzy, a absolutely terrified...for No reason.  That's a true panic attack.  Of course, stressful situations don't help...but usually I don't even have attacks in those situations.  At this point...I can feel when one is coming on, know I'm not dying, and pop 1/2 a xanax.  It's so helpful when you have the true attacks.  If I didn't have meds, I would sometimes pass out from the fear of the attack itself.  Get some help accordingly :)  Good luck!
450799
You may feel that you are compleatly alone in your anxiety, but you really are not!  It actually gave me chills to read your question... It was an exact picture of me a few years ago.  My attcks got so bad that I had to leave a nice job at the radio station I was working at. I got to the point that I could not even get into a car.  I spent most of my time in my bedroom basically afraid to go out for fear that something else bad would happen to me.  I finally got to the point where I was going to end my own life.  Well, Oviously, I did not do it!  The next day I made an appointment with a theripist and reached out for help.  I would have never seen myself sitting on the "shrinks couch" bearing my dark inner thoughts, but there I was... And I am glad I did.  I learned that my attacks were being triggered by Post Traumatic Stress.  I had been in a terrible auto accident a number of years ago, but I fully recovered from my injuries, and never gave it another thought.  But apperently the memories of the accident lingered in the deep recesses of my mind, and would come back to me every once and a while in the form of a pannic attack.  It took me some time in theropy to actually see that not everything in my life was negitive.  I learned to look at the positive side of every sitation, instead of sitting back and waiting for the worst to happen.  I was also given Zoloft to help with lingering depression.  It has helped, sure I still get "down" from time to time, but nothing compaired to how things used to be.  It all takes time, and you have to be willing to compleatly change your way of thinking.  If you ever have any other questions about this situation, you can feel free to email me at jam961@yahoo.com  I am not a theripist, but I have been exactly where you are now, and I was able to fight back... If I could do it, I just know you can too!  Just stay strong!
632876
There are a number of anti-anxiety medications that you can try. Often people have to try more than one to get to the one that works best. Examples are Ativan, Xanax, Buspar, etc. Ask your doctor!!!
782221
It sounds like anxiety and/or depression. Every symptom you've described points to it.\nI suffer from both. Definitely make an appointment with your family doctor and he'll either try an anti depressant or refer you to another doctor, depending on what he finds. I'm pretty sure he'll find that it is nerves. \nThe type of anti depressant is hard to determine, sometimes it takes a while to find the right one for you. For anxiety, Buspar works really well.\nDon't be discouraged if in fact it is from depression, everyone suffers from that at some point in their lives. \nCheck out the link below and read about it, see if it fits your situation.\n\nGood luck.
987526
I have anxiety and take Xanax when I believe the anxiety will be too much for me to handle.  I force myself to face my anxiety because i don't want to depend on a drug and xanax is highly additive.  So i treat the drug with respect so to speak.  I was on Paxil and it worked very well besides the side effect of weight gain. Once i stopped taking Paxil the weight came off. I didn't have to do anything to lose the weight besides stop taking the pill. By the time i stopped taking the pill i made great strides in therapy to get through my depression and now work on the anxiety. I had a bad side effects with Zoloft. Each persons body chemistry is different so it is a good idea to find one that works best for the individual. I also recommend working with a therapist, if at all possible, combined with medication.  When taking medication alone i believe it doesn't fix the problem it just masks it.
559562
Yes I have been going through the same thing. I bought an antihistimane and some generic claritan I am starting to feel better.
596227
I know of two who have taken it, and they both seem pretty happy with it. But remember everyone reacts diferently to BC, so if your moods are noticably changing for the worse, you may want to try another form.
504516
Over the years I have taken Prozac; within several weeks(long enough for it to kick in my body) I developed that problem you mentions.\nMore recently I was given Paxil; and yes the same thing happened.So there is a good chance that all the meds in this class does that.But they do help with anxiety and such very well.Also it MIGHT go away as your body gets used to having the drug in your system;how long I dunno,I'm sorry to say.I could say more on the topic but I think you get the picture.....bye..
1064651
As Dr lentfer said it is now off the market and largely unavailable. I have taken it in the past for weight loss and alertness and found it to definitely reduce my appetite and also improve my alertness, but I also felt very nervous, had "palpitations" and had trouble sleeping even up to 16 hours after taking it! I do not recommend it, I feel the ill effects are worse than the benefits.
410108
Try going to a herbalist. My son suffered from panic attacks and was given some drops to place on your tongue. It worked, but I am sorry, I can't remember the name, but someone else I know took it before their driving test and it calmed them down. Consult the herbalist is allI can advise. Good Luck!
821843
the first question would be, why was he prescribed these in the first place. xanax, or Alprazolam, a very addictive benzodiazipine, which is used to treat long term anxiety, should really have not have been preacribed. my advice is to go back to your GP and ask about a anti anxiolytic (just like benzodiazipines) but not addictive called Buspirone. If declines, he is not acting in your best interests, as benzos are addictive, be synical and think about the money your Dr is getting. if so see another GP. he may well forward you to a mental health practioner. with regards to the tramadol, im afraid there is nothing better to be on for that type of pain. codiene possibly, again , you would have tyo speake to your prescriber.
21942
i personally have panic disorder. i've been told...get help from a mental health professional first and possibly medication. i've tried the medication, but i'm not one for pills. and honestly, talking to someone...doesn't make it go away! i've had to teach myself relaxation techniques. first and foremost, i repeat to myself over and over, "i'm okay, i'm fine, i'm not hurt, and this too shall pass". but it has affected me in everyday life, even when i'm not having an attack. truly it is all about your mind set. changing your way of thinking, and that can be the hardest part. i haven't found a concrete solution, i just take it day by day.
1175320
I take paxil CR...it helps big time...good luck...
66146
I have suffered with panic attacks for a long time, and have finally gotten a prescription that has helped.  If you ask a doc for meds, ask for an anxiety med specifically.  They tried anti-depressants with me that didn't work (Paxil, Zoloft, etc.)  BuSpar works great, but nothing beats Ativan.  The downside of Ativan is the addictive properties, so don't misuse it if you get it.  You'll be sorry.  Anyway, there is also a great book called The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook that can help you to discover your anxiety triggers and ways to cope.  (But good old-fashioned therapy is invaluable if you can afford it)  When panic overcomes you try to take a deep breath and hold it for a few seconds, then let it out slowly.  Focus on your breathing, and do this several times.  Have a trusted friend you can call if your anxiety attack gets unbearable, but try to tell yourself that it will pass.
434912
I've tried zoloft but I can't take that because I stay in bed all day and I naturally have a temper but have learned to control it. But when I take zoloft I stay grouchy and on the edge. I've also tried Wellbutrin-XL. And the Wellbutrin works for me. It doesn't make me sleep all day or grouchy. I'm always in a good mood and can deal with everyday life and problems. I'm not as stressed for no reason. I'm more sociable. One of my friends was taking paxil for years. And the last year he took the paxil it didn't help out any so his doctor switched him to Cymbalta. And I tell you what he's like a whole new person. Cymbalta is a antidepressant and pain killer combined. He says it works he's not depressed lately or grouchy he's more open minded to things again and it also got rid of his pain from being depressed. You might have to try 1 antidepressant or you might have to try 3 or 4 different kinds until you find the one that's rite for you.
530287
There's prozac for depression which is what paxil is for. If no physical illness is found, you may be referred to a psychiatrist or psychologist, mental health professionals who are specially trained to diagnose and treat mental illnesses. Treatment for GAD most often includes a combination of medication and cognitive-behavioral therapy.\n\nMedication: Medicines are available to treat GAD and may be especially helpful for people whose anxiety is interfering with daily functioning. The medications most often used to treat GAD are from a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. These medications are sometimes referred to as "tranquilizers," because they leave you feeling calm and relaxed. They work by decreasing the physical symptoms of GAD, such as muscle tension and restlessness. Common benzodiazepines include Xanax, Librium, Valium and Ativan. Another medicine, BuSpar, also may be used to treat chronic anxiety. BuSpar works by affecting the activity of certain neurotransmitters, including serotonin. Unlike the benzodiazepines, BuSpar does not cause sedation (sleepiness) or lead to dependency. Antidepressants, such as Paxil and Effexor, are also being used to treat GAD. Best of Luck to you & God Speed!