I take ativan , and right now I am having a bad cold or sinus infection I need a decongestant what would you recommend to me to take if you have panic attacks and your on ativan?thakyou Kelly
2006-07-05 11:37:51 · 8 answers · asked by Kelly B 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
I need medicine for a cold or sinus infection but I take ativan so I am wanting to know is there anybody who knows what medicines are ok to take with ativan over the counter?
2006-07-05 11:44:01 · update #1
From a Drug Guide website:
"Lorazepam (Ativan) may increase the effects of other drugs that cause drowsiness, including antidepressants, alcohol, antihistamines, sedatives (used to treat insomnia), pain relievers, anxiety medicines, seizure medicines, and muscle relaxants."
So basically, Ativan may increase the drowsiness of another medicine that ALSO causes drowsiness.
Based on that, I would look for an OTC that contains little or no alcohol OR look for "non-drowsy" formulas of an over-the-counter med that looks like it fits your symptoms.
Also, you may want to start with 1/2 of the recommended dosage of the cold meds.
I wouldn't worry too much. Just don't over-do it with the OTC meds until you see how it will interact with your Ativan.
Hope you feel better soon!
2006-07-05 12:22:37 · answer #1 · answered by OceanGirl99 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know this sounds crazy but I learned how to reduce panic when I was in an outpatient therapy group. Take your right hand and place it on the left side of your upper chest. Now you are going to move your hand in a circular motion and this should help. I now it looks weird even if someone see's you doing it, be prepared they might come up to you and ask if your ok. Just say I'm having a panic attack and I'm doing relaxation therapy.
2016-03-27 05:16:17 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing you can do is eat as much garlic as you can stand.Raw is best.It will kill the infection.Also mix some salt(Sea Salt if you have it) with warm water and spray or put some drops in your nose.I know it sound bad but it really works great.Don't use the over the counter stuff it just makes it worse.Good luck and Feel better!
2006-07-05 11:45:48 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My daughter takes Ativan on occasion and she won't take anything over the counter unless she speaks to her doctor or pharmacist.
2006-07-05 12:33:17 · answer #4 · answered by I love winter 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beer
2006-07-05 11:41:05 · answer #5 · answered by Christopher B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a nasal decongestant. It doesn't interfere with palpitations or anxiety medications.
2006-07-05 11:49:38 · answer #6 · answered by Cool1ness 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as far as i know there is no over the counter meds for panic attacks
2006-07-05 11:42:10 · answer #7 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call your doctor
2006-07-05 11:41:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋