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What Is An Alternative Of Gabapentin For The Treatment Of Anxiety?

one of my current doctors, prescribes gabapentin for my anxiety & panic disorder. I m on a small dose of only 200mg twice daily , due to insomnia, I find that I cannot take after 3pm or it adds to my insomnia problems. my dr. continues to tell me it should be helping with my anxiety, which it is not! she s always wanting to up my dose, but I ve had bad side affects with higher doses. so I tell her no. Getting very frustrated! & looking for other medications that can be used to help with anxiety & panic disorder. Without feeling drugged like most anxiety medication do. Such as benzodiazepines & other tranquilizers. I also have some sensitive & opposite reactions to some anxiety medications!!!!!! Lost & hiding out to avoid my triggers, which has been taking over my life for some time. Wanting to get out & live my life. only 52 years old & been dealing with this issue for many years & really tired of being told the same thing over & over. And still doesn t work!!!! VERY FRUSTRATED
Tue, 11 Apr 2017
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gabapentineis indicated for treatment of epilepsy. and some nerve pain and pain on herpisitmay helpyou to treat anxiety and insomnea.. yoga and meditation may helpyou. can consult naturopath expert for examination and advise on treatment. life style change may help you. develop reading habit before going to bed and increase socialization.
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What Is An Alternative Of Gabapentin For The Treatment Of Anxiety?

gabapentineis indicated for treatment of epilepsy. and some nerve pain and pain on herpisitmay helpyou to treat anxiety and insomnea.. yoga and meditation may helpyou. can consult naturopath expert for examination and advise on treatment. life style change may help you. develop reading habit before going to bed and increase socialization.