She takes 4 mgs at night in order to sleep and probably another 4 to 6 throughout the day. I think her doctor and pharmacist have been 'neglectful' at best in dishing out nearly 350 MG per Month over the past 8 years. Who would I call for legal help? She's like a zombie and hasn't worked in years since being on the meds. Also, she claims no OD threat and lit on pkg seems to support...But with 1,000 mg+ in the cabinet and her depression, I worry that 1,000 tablets of ANYTHING could be lethal...Especially something like Xanax. Please Help if Possible?
2007-06-14 07:29:46 · 8 answers · asked by ? 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Hi,
You might have a right to be concerned based on sedation issues. Xanax can be a great drug when used properly but like anything it carries risks.
Is she seeing a psychiatrist or is the PMD prescribing. Might want to consider a psychiatrist for medical management of this medication. If not happy with current psych,...find another but remember ultimately it is her choice.
Good luck!
2007-06-14 07:38:49 · answer #1 · answered by blondie9916 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is addictive and usually not prescribed long term unless the patient is seeing a psychotherapist or psychiatrists etc. It is not a cure and there are many other medications less addictive and better suited to managing depression. Xanex is a good back up med. In other words it is sometimes prescribed along with something like Paxil, Zoloft etc. for when there is a rough day. Again, it is usually only given long term if the patient is seeing a professional for the depression not just the doctor. Also, the pharmacist has nothing to do with this. He/she can only give her what the doctor is prescribing. Legally you do not have much of a leg to stand on. You can try and talk with your girl friend. Maybe encourage her to see a therapist etc. But that is about all. If at any time you feel she is a danger to herself or others that would be another story......
2007-06-14 07:39:39 · answer #2 · answered by emtd65 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she is not or doesn't have a history of suicide risk, there may not be much you can do. If the doctor is aware of her depression then he might change how many pills she would get but that would mean more than 1 doctor visit a month. And if she hasn't tried to OD since having them, then you are really out of fuel. Her zombie like state could be because she needs more help with the depression. Or there may be some other problems going on. I would have her see another doctor or go back for re-evaluation and state my concerns then. If you do not speak of them then no one knows anything is unusual.
2007-06-14 07:41:15 · answer #3 · answered by I'll tell it like it is 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Xanax is an odd medicine because if you take too much of it, you cannot die from it. You might be in a coma until it leaves, but you won't die. An OD can only be fatal if she is drinking alcohol or taking other medications with it.
The fact is she is probably addicted to it. She'll need help to decrease the amount.
2007-06-18 01:33:02 · answer #4 · answered by Lea 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, You are absolutely right in being concerned, it is Very addictive and taking that much sounds like a very serious neglect on her Dr.s part. I would immediately make an appt. at some other Dr. for her, and see what they say. I am astounded they hand them out to her like that, thank god she has someone like you to help her with this. Absolutely the pharmacist should be alarmed by this, you are correct on it all,she needs help Now..good luck my friend and get her some Real help.
2007-06-14 07:55:34 · answer #5 · answered by Suzanne L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a lot, and i'm sure she has become somewhat dependent. However, she might be diagnosed with panic disorder, treatment of this is one of Xanax's most common uses. Think about the fact that you might not know EVERYTHING about her medical history before you call anyone for legal help. I wouldn't want you looking like a fool.
2007-06-14 15:42:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes too much of any med can be lethal even aspirin..as far as legal help not sure if you can sue for her being over medicated if you can talk her into seeing a diff doc for a second opinion then try that
2007-06-14 07:38:06 · answer #7 · answered by little78lucky 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
she is your girfriend which gives you absolutely no legal rights or concerns. She needs medical help.....not legal.
But you are right about one thing. She's seems to be taking way too much of the stuff.
2007-06-14 17:30:19 · answer #8 · answered by jloertscher 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋