Hey Guys, I was prescribed Effexor XR 37.5mg about a month ago and I’ve been hesitant to take it. Well, it was for good reason, because I took my first dose at 9am yesterday and I started to feel weird by 12pm. I was feeling heavy brain fog, and anxiety. By 3pm I was nauseous, […]

GENERI C NAME BRAN D NAME DOSAGE & ROUTE CLASSIFIC ATION INDICATION CONTRAINDICATI ON MECHANISM OF ACTION SIDE EFFECTS NURSING CONSIDERATION Lorazep am Ativan Antianxiet y Adult: PO 2–6 mg/d in divided doses (max: 10 mg/d) Geriatric: PO 0.5–1 mg/d (max: 2 mg/d) Child: PO/IV 0.05 mg/kg q4– 8h (max: 2 mg/dose) Insomnia Adult: PO […]

Psych drugs Flashcards | Quizlet What do all psych drugs cause? Low blood pressure and weight changes (weight gain) What are the side effects of typical antipsychotics? ABCDEFG (anticholinergic, blurred vision, constipation, drowsiness, extrapyramidal side effects, f(photosensitivity), aGranulocytosis What are side effects of tricyclic antidepressants? ABCDE (anticholinergic, blurred vision, constipation, drowsiness, euphoria) How long […]

I had a Fast AF episode back in October and no cause was found. I think I was dehydrated. The hospital put me on 2.5mg of Bisoprolol but I couldn’t tolerate it so it was reduced to 1.25. I had a 24hr ECG and as it came back normal, I was discharged from cardiology before […]

Q & A Questions Buspirone – Anxiety starting… Asked 1 day 8 hours ago by Cainm Updated 2 February 2022 (23 hours ago) Topics buspar, lexapro, anxiety, generalized anxiety disorder, buspirone, dosage, prescription I started on buspirone and Lexapro about 12 days ago for sudden constant anxiety. Prescribed 1 Lexapro (10mg) in morning and 3 […]

I’m on day 10 of Prozac, having failed with Lexapro in the past and successfully having been on Wellbutrin for 4 years before it started giving me side effects and I tapered off. My side effects on Prozac just feel like too much to continue pushing through. My anxiety and depression are a lot worse, […]

I currently take bupropion for ADHD and about 1 week ago got my dosage increased from 150 to 200 mg. It wasn’t until three days ago that things started going downhill. My anxiety has been insane. I constantly feel like I’m on the verge of a panic attack. My heart is constantly racing and my […]

Q & A Questions Best time to take Prozac am… Asked 12 hours ago by Dani32780 Updated 24 January 2022 (12 hours ago) Topics prozac Best time to Prozac am or pm? WI WildcatVet 12 hours ago Hi, Dani!You’ll need to experiment to find the best time for you to take it. Everybody responds differently […]

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: Depakote (divalproex sodium) maprotiline Edit list (add/remove drugs) Interactions between your drugs Using maprotiline together with divalproex sodium may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and […]

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: Aubra EQ (ethinyl estradiol/levonorgestrel) Effexor XR (venlafaxine) Edit list (add/remove drugs) Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Aubra EQ and Effexor XR. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. Aubra EQ A total […]

I’ve been on Propranolol since the middle of November (just over 2 months). I was taking 10mg twice a day. This was prescribed for anxiety. The side effects are awful. I feel worse than when I started it. I have no appetite, so I am not eating well. My hands are always cold. My chest […]

Brief Answer:some of your symptoms may be side effects of the drug Detailed Answer:Hello, some of your symptoms may indeed be related to propranolol although I don’t believe this is the case because of the frequency of these side effects. The main side effects of propranolol are hypotension, slow heart rate, cold extremities, dizziness. Fatigue […]

I’m 36 yo woman. Have never taken mental health medication before this past year. Only Rx is an IUD until this point. Was prescribed 10mg bid adderall in November of 2021 and worked wonders for focus and productivity (was hoping anxiety and depression would fade as a result too). However underlying anxiety, depression (r/t SAD), […]

Hello, Remember that everyone reacts differently to medications in this case this antidepressant (SSRIs), so it will vary from person to person besides it takes 6 to 8 weeks for Citalopram to reach its full therapeutic effect, so hang in there, you will get better.As you mentioned it is important to keep oneself busy, try, […]

Hi, Ekamisakis!Yes, what you describe are common side effects for some folks from antidepressants when you first start treatment. They generally resolve within a week or two for most people.These side effects are caused by your metabolism adjusting to the medication so a slower increase such as every other day for a short while may […]

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: Ativan (lorazepam) Isopto Atropine (atropine ophthalmic) Edit list (add/remove drugs) Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Ativan and Isopto Atropine. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. Ativan A total of 384 drugs are […]

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: fluoxetine One-A-Day Vitacraves Men’s (multivitamin with minerals) Edit list (add/remove drugs) Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between fluoxetine and One-A-Day Vitacraves Men’s. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. fluoxetine A total of 643 […]

This report displays the potential drug interactions for the following 2 drugs: amitriptyline/chlordiazepoxide Paracetamol (acetaminophen) Edit list (add/remove drugs) Interactions between your drugs Using amitriptyline together with chlordiazePOXIDE may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, and difficulty concentrating. Some people, especially the elderly, may also experience impairment in thinking, judgment, and motor coordination. […]

Prozac is a widely-prescribed drug that some people may become addicted to due its effects on mood and behavior. If you experience an increase in your anxiety while taking Prozac, it could mean there’s something wrong with the way this medication treats emotional imbalances like yours; however – if these are feelings most individuals would […]

















