I've been on Ativan for about 1 and a 1/2 months now for Panic Attacks and have taken about 4 doses ( so about 8 pills) but when taking them ive been very drowsey( which is a side effect on the bottle) but have been also dizzy when taking them. Should i go to the doctors and talk to her about this and see if theres anything she can do ... because the majority of these attacks happen at school and work so the dizziness comes at the worse timing! Please let me know what I should do
Thanks Kindly In Advance
KIM
2006-12-16 13:14:34 · 11 answers · asked by Kimberly 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
YES!!!! immediately talk to your doctor. my daughter was on ativan and experienced the very same symptoms as you. the doctor took her off the ativan. she is now on prozac and that has helped with her panic attacks....but everyone is different...good luck hun!
2006-12-16 13:21:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ativan is a medication commonly prescribed to people with anxiety. The problem is these people do not understand that the medication is only one method of coping with their problem.
It is not necessary to take the medication when you do not feel anxious. You feel drowsy and dizzy because that's what the medication does to your system.
You wouldn't drink cough syrup if you didn't have a cough....and the same is true for many other medications.
When you feel an anxiety attack approaching, take the medication. If you're not feeling anxious, don't take it.
You can also try taking it with meals or snacks and plenty of water.
If you're still not comfortable and have more questions, it is perfectly fine to see your regular doctor or even consult your local pharmacist.
My question to you is....does you work know that you take this medication frequently while on the job? I don't know what your job is, but that's not something most employers allow due to the side effects of the drug.
Hope this helps! Good luck!
2006-12-16 21:46:41 · answer #2 · answered by Toybear_mav 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you fear that the dizziness may interfere with your life you should definitely talk to your doctor about it. There are other medications they can try which may prove more successful for you. You need to find the medication that works best with your body.
2006-12-16 21:18:55 · answer #3 · answered by saturnfairy1982 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How much ativan? What dose, how many pills at a time? Please see your prescribing doctor about this. You may be taking too much. If you take too much it can be dangerous, you could stop breathing or have other problems.
2006-12-16 21:23:42 · answer #4 · answered by minidoc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely see your doctor - you can't live like that indefinitely.
2006-12-17 01:08:11 · answer #5 · answered by Liberty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely go, if you even have a question about going, you should go. Better safe than sorry.
2006-12-16 21:17:52 · answer #6 · answered by amanda308 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes. not all meds are made for everyone. it sounds like it is affecting your everyday process. see if there is another alternative
2006-12-16 21:37:45 · answer #7 · answered by gtoritto00 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes..talk to your doctor..if there are any side effects that concern you it's good to talk to your doctor.
2006-12-16 21:19:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sounds like it may be too strong... ask about lower dosage.
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2006-12-16 21:17:21 · answer #9 · answered by ramzee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please do, that could be something really serious or something very minor, but you never know until you see your doctor.
2006-12-16 21:24:56 · answer #10 · answered by Shelby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋