I was prescribed Lexapro and Klonopin along with Xanax. The Klonopin is the one I read the horror stories on. I think it did really well last night. I slept like a baby. I actually slept in, but, I felt like I was reliving my early 20s with a hangover when I awoke. I'm sure that will go away as I adjust to it.
Your post is so upbeat and positive. Congratulations on your success. How did you get cured from panic disorder?
I want to be cured from this but have been told I will have it forever,
but can manage it with CBT and medications, then CBT alone.
Have you ever considered helping or inspiring others with a panic disorder and/or agoraphobia? You'd be such a great help to all of us in the other sections on this site.
Thank you so much for sharing such a impressionable and inspirational post.
Just dropping in to say hello. Out of the three medications I started, I had to go off of one of them. I was not with it for several days until I stopped taking it and then it had to wear off. I'm doing better with the other two medications. I still think I would be fine on just one medication as I am continuing with the CBT. It was a setback for me on the medication that was causing me problems as I wasn't able to drive for exposure therapy or do much of anything except sleep and be a zoned out couch potato. Trial and error until Dr and my body gets it all together.
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I challenged mine with the tests results from my Doctors office. Part of panic attacks is the fear of dying, fear of losing control, etc..
While doing your relaxation breathing reaffirm yourself there is nothing wrong with yourself health wise. It helped for me.
I read your introduction as well and I started off this program without medication and it does work that way. Just know that there could be a time when medications would be helpful and don't feel opposed to trying a different medication or a lower dose.
I too have a fear of driving. This program and the people here have helped me get back behind the wheel of a car. I have been involved in several car accidents and driving was one of my biggest fears. I had a set back on the 25th of September but have been able to drive to the grocery store since then and am still making progress. Good luck and we are looking forward to hearing about your accomplishments.
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