Posted by Viridis on November 14, 2003, at 0:15:56
In reply to Re: what meds work best for Anxiety? » sandoz-pharm, posted by Holly747 on November 13, 2003, at 22:06:51
Benzodiazepines are still the "gold standard" for anxiety disorders, and are very safe. Klonopin (clonazepam) is probably the easiest to get a prescription for, and is extremely effective. It has low abuse potential, the side effects (usually mild) generally wear off quickly, and for most people the same dose remains effective for anxiety relief indefinitely.
If you haven't tried it, I'd recommend it -- you just have to find a non-benzophobic doctor. The main caution is that if you decide to discontinue it, you'll need to do so gradually, as it's likely to induce dependency. But then, so are most antidepressants and other psychiatric meds.
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