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Multiple Sclerosis and Anti Anxiety Medication

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In the ever increasing fast paced world in which we live, more and more people are succumbing to the effects of what was once a little talked about subject – severe stress and uncontrollable anxiety. As technology makes the world move faster each and every day, more among us are beginning to feel the effects of both . The good news is that over the past decade remarkable strides have been made in the development of anti anxiety medication. These are drugs specifically targeted to those who suffer the most from anxiety’s grip.

When considering an approach to dealing with anxiety and its symptoms many people choose herbal remedies over prescription medications. There are many options that are available to sufferers of all degrees, however, some choose the natural approach as they feel it is best suited for them. Many people feel that natural or herbal anxiety remedies are non-addictive and therefore are the safer way to fight any type of illness whether it is real or perceived. To some degree most herbal are able to naturally restore the neurotransmitter loss normally associated with severe anxiety. For those who suffer from extreme and debilitating anxiety symptoms there is often no other choice than prescription anti anxiety medication. In cases where the patient also is taking medication for depression, these anxiety medications help as the brain’s neurotransmitters are further depleted by the taking of benzodiazepines.

The most common signs of anxiety disorders are general nervousness, rapid heartbeat, light headedness, sweating, and a terrible sense of dread or fear. can stop these feelings very convincingly and help make the patient much more comfortable in a very short period of time, depending on the medication used. At present, the most commonly prescribed drugs for anxiety are Xanax, Lorazepam, Diazepam, Paxil, Alprazolam, and Buspar. While generally effective for all it sometimes takes a few weeks of trial and error before finding the one that is most effective for you. The most common side effects of all of these medications are drowsiness and blurred vision. Patients must be certain as to how they will react to the drugs before attempting things such as driving a car or operating machinery. The upside of all of this is a genuine feeling of relaxation and focus. It is what every person who suffers from this disease wishes for when considering an anti anxiety medication.

Another approach to coping with the numerous symptoms of anxiety is to seek out peer groups and local counseling centers that specialize in mental health problems. Sometimes merely realizing that you are not alone in your battle is the first step in overcoming it. With many techniques and approaches available other than only taking an anti anxiety medication, success can easily be yours to find.

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5 Responses to “Multiple Sclerosis and Anti Anxiety Medication”

  1. Diana on May 29th, 2007 8:49 pm

    This is definitely good advice, as a woman with RR MS, I finally had to give in to the fact that I was anxious and depressed. Better living through chemistry. Nice post.

  2. Vincent Moore on May 29th, 2007 11:00 pm

    Hi Diana! I also have RRMS and I also had to give in to the fact that I just couldn’t fight it. Currently on 100mg of Zoloft, 150mg Welbutrin twice daily, and good old .5mg Xanax twice daily for anxiety. I call them my “I don’t give a s*** pills”!!

    Some days I feel totally invincible and nothing upsets me! :-) As you said, better living through chemistry!

    Vince

  3. Julie on June 6th, 2007 11:21 am

    Thanks so much for this advice, and for this great site! I have RRMS, and have struggled on and off with anxiety issues for years. My anxiety has gotten progressively worse after my MS diagnosis, so I always wonder if/how they are related (other than just feeling anxious b/c I have MS)! Keep up the good work!

  4. Vincent Moore on June 6th, 2007 11:46 am

    Thanks for stopping by Julie! I’ve not been updating as much as I should lately. I’m going through a divorce and the fatigue is getting me too. I guess my heart just hasn’t been in it recently! Thanks for visiting though!

  5. sandra on March 4th, 2008 3:16 pm

    I have RRMS dx 2 years ago I am 60. The shrink wants me off of Librium cold turkey and start Klonopin, is this safe?

    To my understand drs will not prescribe Librium because it is addicting and old.

    sandra (email me)

    thanks

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