I am Having axiety problems. And I don't want to take too "happy pill" kind of stuff. as matter of fact I don't want anti-depressive, because I can't take them, and at the same time I don't want to get too addicted with antianxiwty stuff. Wikipedia:" the most addictive of the benzodiazepines are clonazepam, bromazepam, alprazolam, and particularily, temazepam, nitrazepam, and nimetazepam" But also the most affective. Anybody knows more about alprazolam and clonazepam? Which one gives more euphoria?I have enough of that, I don't need a pill that gives me more and make me addicted.
2007-04-02 13:07:52 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
That will depend onyopur own chemistry. EVERY pill affects EVERY person slightly different. Sorry I can;t be of better help.
2007-04-02 13:11:07 · answer #1 · answered by Betsy 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Unfortunately, although all of these do help anxiety they are extremely addictive. There are other medications out there for anxiety....many. If you truly need the medication it will not cause that state of "euphoria" but your body will become chemically dependent upon the drugs anyway. I am practically confined to my house and I made the decision to start taking benzos about 6 years ago after nothing else seemed to work and now I am having to figure out how I am going to get off of them even though I have always taken them as prescribed. Ultimately, you need to do whatever is best for you and what your Dr. recommends even if you need a second opinion. It may only be short term that you need them. Good luck and I hope your anxiety decreases ~
2007-04-03 04:22:50 · answer #2 · answered by Hopeful 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I';ve taken both clonazepam and alprazolam ; found the first to be mostly effective for "taking the edge off," that is, the anziety was still there, but much reduced & manageable. alprazolam (generic Xanax) worked much quicker & completely, but also pretty much knocks me out: the anxiety is gone, but I'm in no shape to do anything. Everybody is different, but I've heard of peple mixing Xanax & alcohol to get buzzed, but never heard of clonazepam used that way.
2007-04-02 22:54:39 · answer #3 · answered by Jane311970 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No pill that is prescribed is a "happy" pill. There are meds classified as re-uptake inhibitors, which allow the chemicals that are realeased in our brains when we are happy, laugh or smile, to sick around a bit longer, so you keep the 'not sad" feeling longer. The block those chemicals from being reabsorbed too quickly so the endorphins (natural happy chemicals in the brain) are not reabsorbed. Also, know that hte meds are presecribed to assist you in managing your anxiety, but that can not be accomplished by meds alone. You need to learn the skills to be able to help yourself. [Take the examples of people who abuse alcohol and meds and illegal substances to masque the pain they feel physically and emotionally.] Like painting over a rusty spot on the car - there's still rust underneath the paint. You have to heal the damage the anxiety and stress is taking out on your body. It is imperative that you do this, otherwise you'll just keep medicating yourself and never feel better. You can do it, you just need to seek out the right path for yourself. There is an overabundance of resources and people who are there to help you. Don't let yourself suffer needlessly and continually. Finding ways to relax and calm yourself without meds is a great first step. Find a disc or tape with soothing sounds of nature, ocean sounds or forest creatures, something that would illicit visions of peace in your mind. Hope this advice helps, good luck to you.
2007-04-02 20:20:56 · answer #4 · answered by Hot Coco Puff 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Clonazepam is longer acting and will help to "calm". All benzodiazepines however are highly addictive and should be taken with care and as prescribed. Xanax has a worse reputation for being abused than Rivotril. Seeing an anxiety speacialist would be good as medication won't solve your anxiety on its own.
2007-04-02 20:20:13 · answer #5 · answered by erin_leigh_hall 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stay away from benzos they can ruin your life. The FDA only recommend that they be used for 2-4 weeks only. They loose their effectiveness rapidly due to tolerance and when someone trys to stop them they can experience nasty even life threatening withdrawal symptoms such as seizures, anxiety, panic, psychosis. Long term use of these drugs can cause some people to develop depression and agorophobia and memory problems. If you have been taking these drugs a long time don't stop them suddenly. I found this site which has info on benzos http://www.bcnc.org.uk
2007-04-03 01:49:25 · answer #6 · answered by mark f 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alprazolam=Xanex, it's short acting but powerful.
Diazapam (spelling?)=Valium, this lasts longer and is my favorite.
I took benzo's for several months, it resulted in cutting my wrists 26 times last summer and four visits to psychiatric hospitals. The first two times I left with prescriptions for more Valium. :(
Be careful with these drugs.
2007-04-02 20:14:34 · answer #7 · answered by Free Dog Bounty Hunter 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Wasn't Anna Nicole Smith on several Benzodiazepines when she died? Be careful. They're addictive.
p.s. --You think any of the guys on this page can offer you better advice than a licensed doctor can? Probably not.
2007-04-02 20:12:20 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
try st john's wort
try googling natural anxiety relief remedies
2007-04-02 20:11:28 · answer #9 · answered by Jessica B 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
clonazapam did nothing for me, loranzapam is pretty good. stay away from paxil stay far far away
2007-04-02 20:11:25 · answer #10 · answered by donna 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋