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Opiate User, Anxiety. How To Remove Anxiety?
hello,
I have my Dr.'s appt tomorrow for my suboxone. I was an opiate user for 2 to 3 years... My family Dr prescribed me 2mg of ativan 3 times a day. i am larger in size...dont know it that matters, but the ativan doesnt curb my anxiety. I know all about the resp depression. I dont abuse suboxone nor do I abuse ativan. I have taken xanax in the past and it has worked way better at the same dosage. My opiate cravings are almost non existant, but I have struggled with anxiety my whole life. I am 34 and I cannot go on living in the fear. I go on a job interview and I tense up and it feels like the walls are sinking in on me, my mouth gets dry and it ends up awful and Im sick of hearing "thanks, you will be called in considered for the position" My question is, with my addictive past with opiates, I am scared my Dr will think I am just trying to get more Rx out of him. The ativan is a joke. it just doest do the job. I have tried anti-depressents, which dont do a thing. I am not chemically depressed...its just the anxiety that paralyzes me. Ive tried the yoga, excersize, the breathing...I just cant go on anymore. I pay out of pocket, 200 each visit, we talk for 10 to 20 minutes and he gives me my suboxone script. I am in AA, have worked a 5th step...felt better, but this is more than that. Its neurological. How do I approach my Dr asking for xanax? It seems Dr shoppers have ruined it for the people who need it. I dont know whats worse...living this way or breaking down and finding a xanax dealer on the streets. I am just being honest. Help me. I am 34 as I have said and cant live in fear anymore....I wont...but dont want to come across aggresive. I am at a dead end. Its like no one understands how anxiety makes my life hell. help me please with a good way to approach this situation.
Thanks
D
I have my Dr.'s appt tomorrow for my suboxone. I was an opiate user for 2 to 3 years... My family Dr prescribed me 2mg of ativan 3 times a day. i am larger in size...dont know it that matters, but the ativan doesnt curb my anxiety. I know all about the resp depression. I dont abuse suboxone nor do I abuse ativan. I have taken xanax in the past and it has worked way better at the same dosage. My opiate cravings are almost non existant, but I have struggled with anxiety my whole life. I am 34 and I cannot go on living in the fear. I go on a job interview and I tense up and it feels like the walls are sinking in on me, my mouth gets dry and it ends up awful and Im sick of hearing "thanks, you will be called in considered for the position" My question is, with my addictive past with opiates, I am scared my Dr will think I am just trying to get more Rx out of him. The ativan is a joke. it just doest do the job. I have tried anti-depressents, which dont do a thing. I am not chemically depressed...its just the anxiety that paralyzes me. Ive tried the yoga, excersize, the breathing...I just cant go on anymore. I pay out of pocket, 200 each visit, we talk for 10 to 20 minutes and he gives me my suboxone script. I am in AA, have worked a 5th step...felt better, but this is more than that. Its neurological. How do I approach my Dr asking for xanax? It seems Dr shoppers have ruined it for the people who need it. I dont know whats worse...living this way or breaking down and finding a xanax dealer on the streets. I am just being honest. Help me. I am 34 as I have said and cant live in fear anymore....I wont...but dont want to come across aggresive. I am at a dead end. Its like no one understands how anxiety makes my life hell. help me please with a good way to approach this situation.
Thanks
D
Sat, 28 Sep 2013
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1. going by your Drug History, you were taking XANAX (alprazolam) and then shifted to Ativan (Lorazepam) by your doctor, one Adverse side effect of XANAX is: Psychological/physical dependence and withdrawal syndromes [like in your case: breakdown,feeling of sinking] and probably abrupt switching of the drug has resulted in the same.
2. Suboxone apart from naloxone contains Buprenorphine whose major Adverse Reaction is Dry mouth and along with anxiolytics (xanax/Ativan) has enhanced CNS depressant effects.
3. It seems that due to Drug Interactions, they have resulted in loss of concentration (Psychosomatic Illnesses), thus apart from medicines you require Psycotherapy to identify and relieve the underlying tension and anxiety.
4. In Ayurveda we have a separate branch for the same called as "Bhoot vidya" you can consult an Ayurveda physician regarding the same.
1. going by your Drug History, you were taking XANAX (alprazolam) and then shifted to Ativan (Lorazepam) by your doctor, one Adverse side effect of XANAX is: Psychological/physical dependence and withdrawal syndromes [like in your case: breakdown,feeling of sinking] and probably abrupt switching of the drug has resulted in the same.
2. Suboxone apart from naloxone contains Buprenorphine whose major Adverse Reaction is Dry mouth and along with anxiolytics (xanax/Ativan) has enhanced CNS depressant effects.
3. It seems that due to Drug Interactions, they have resulted in loss of concentration (Psychosomatic Illnesses), thus apart from medicines you require Psycotherapy to identify and relieve the underlying tension and anxiety.
4. In Ayurveda we have a separate branch for the same called as "Bhoot vidya" you can consult an Ayurveda physician regarding the same.
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Hello D,
Thank you for the query. I understand your situation and really want to help you.
I am a Homoeopath and so cannot prescribe a remedy without getting the details from you. Once I get the whole history, I can prescribe for you your curative genetic and constitutional remedy.
If you are interested to get cured permanently through Homoeopathy, please get back to me with your detailed case. I can even assist you to prepare a case by sending a case taking format in which you shall elaborate your life situations and your mental and physical reactions.
You can also approach an expert Homoeopath and give him your detailed case. Only a genetic constitutional remedy will cure you. Any number of such drugs as you are trying now will only make your problems worse in the long run.
Wishing you better health through Homoeopathy,
Dr. C. J. Varghese, Homoeopath,
Thank you for the query. I understand your situation and really want to help you.
I am a Homoeopath and so cannot prescribe a remedy without getting the details from you. Once I get the whole history, I can prescribe for you your curative genetic and constitutional remedy.
If you are interested to get cured permanently through Homoeopathy, please get back to me with your detailed case. I can even assist you to prepare a case by sending a case taking format in which you shall elaborate your life situations and your mental and physical reactions.
You can also approach an expert Homoeopath and give him your detailed case. Only a genetic constitutional remedy will cure you. Any number of such drugs as you are trying now will only make your problems worse in the long run.
Wishing you better health through Homoeopathy,
Dr. C. J. Varghese, Homoeopath,
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hi i had gone through your query and understand your concerns.
i see similar cases who visit my clinic and responds very well within short period of time.
i advise you taking Homeopathic medicines gives safe and permanent cure for your complaints without any side effects.
Usually in such cases I will give treatment for my patients in the following manner
opium 200 potency bd before food/week and
piscida Q 15 drops with lukewarm water at bed time usually get better result.
but it is advised for the selection of constitutional similimum for complete cure you shhould consult consult your local homeopathic physician for correct diagnosis of the case and remedy to fit your complaints. or mail me at drravib4u@yahoo.co.in
I hope this is helpful for you, thank you
i see similar cases who visit my clinic and responds very well within short period of time.
i advise you taking Homeopathic medicines gives safe and permanent cure for your complaints without any side effects.
Usually in such cases I will give treatment for my patients in the following manner
opium 200 potency bd before food/week and
piscida Q 15 drops with lukewarm water at bed time usually get better result.
but it is advised for the selection of constitutional similimum for complete cure you shhould consult consult your local homeopathic physician for correct diagnosis of the case and remedy to fit your complaints. or mail me at drravib4u@yahoo.co.in
I hope this is helpful for you, thank you
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