Scared of Paxil

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Registered: 08-02-2006
Scared of Paxil
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Wed, 08-02-2006 - 3:26pm
Hi everyone. I am new to the board. I have been dealing with anxiety I guess all of my life but it wasn't until I had my first surgery this past May at the age of 36 that my anxiety sort of "took control" of my life. I have had 2 anxiety attacks that have sent me to the hospital and my doctor put me on Paxil, 10 mg. as well as Tranxene, 7.5 mg. I have been taking the Tranxene to take the edge off of the anxiety but I am scared to stay on the Paxil. I started it this past Saturday, the 29th and have felt "funky" ever since. Has anyone used Paxil with great success? What symptons were experienced? Is it safe? I have taken it for 3 days and notice somewhat of a change but still get anxious, esecially in the mornings. I felt really "weighed down" yesterday so I didn't take it last night and WHEW! Today has been rough. I majored in psychology in college and graudated this past May just right before my surgery, and I think my education is working against me. All I can think is, "OMG, I'm on an SSRI" and I don't understand how Paxil being an anti-depressent is going to help with anxiety. I have a lot on my plate, but I am not depressed. Could anyone share some thoughts on this? I really want to conquer this monster that has a hold of me!!

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Registered: 03-22-2003
Thu, 08-03-2006 - 9:31pm

LOL!!!!

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 08-29-2003
Fri, 08-04-2006 - 6:24am
Heather, do you take the meds during pregnancy? I see you're pregnant and already have a baby boy so just wondering...

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