anxiety vs ativan

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Registered: 04-18-2003
anxiety vs ativan
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Tue, 06-21-2005 - 11:56am

Has anyone tried both? If so, could you tell me your experiences with them? I looked over the old posts - besides making you tired, I haven't seen much more mentioned. I'm wondering about the long term effect on anxiety/pa.

TIA.

Sheri Ann

The title should have read xanax vs. ativan! lol




Edited 6/22/2005 9:56 am ET ET by sheriann8

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 01-26-2005
Tue, 06-21-2005 - 8:38pm

Hi Sheri Ann,

I use Ativan. But, I don't understand your question of anxiety vs. ativan. I'd be happy to help, when I understand exactly what your asking. :o)

Renee

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Tue, 06-21-2005 - 9:09pm

I'm sorry - I meant xanax vs ativan!! I would like to hear from someone that either uses ativan or someone who has tried both for anxiety/panic attacks.

Sheri Ann

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 01-26-2005
Tue, 06-21-2005 - 11:01pm

Sheri Ann,

I used to use some of my mom's Ativan now and then, before I was prescribed Xanax, and I think the Ativan is stronger, and make me more tired. The Xanax is enough for me, but it may be different for everyone. I also hear that Xanax is quick-acting, but I am not sure if Ativan is, too. What do you take now for anxiety?

Renee




Edited 6/21/2005 11:04 pm ET ET by snickybun
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Tue, 06-21-2005 - 11:08pm

right now i take the xanax.

sheri ann

Sheri Ann