Wow, Withdrawal Symptoms
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Wow, Withdrawal Symptoms
| Mon, 10-16-2006 - 12:49pm |
Well, today is the second day without Ativan. For the past 2 weeks, I was taking half the dose and now I'm not taking it. Now I'm feeling the effects. My tounge is kinda numb and I feel "strange" overall. Really, its the same symptoms as starting the paxil. Hopefully it will not last long. Good thing is that so far, no added anxiety. Can anyone relate? How long did you experience withdrawal symptoms?
Candace

hi candace,
wow, you are doing really well!
i've never come off of a benzo, but from what i understand the physical withdrawl should go away in a week or so.
Sheri Ann
Amy
Thanks for the info. I did end up taking 1/2 dose on Friday morning. The anxiety was getting too uncomfortable. Most of the time I feel fine, but now and then, I do get anxious. Geez, why can't there be a "perfect pill?" One that would work on every one of us and completely take away the anxiety, panic and depression with zero side effects. I would jump on that in a rapid heartbeat. But, until then, I'll continue to try breathing exercises and prayer and use ativan as needed. Thanks all, again, for the comfort.
Candace
I had withdrawal symptoms from Cymbalta. I had severe nausea, headaches, and "zaps" in my head. I felt bad for a little over a week, now I'm doing fine and very glad I quit that evil drug.
Cheryl