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madmag · 07-30-2004, 03:42 PM

Hello All,
I have a question.... After getting sober (from alcohol) 18 months ago, I was prescribed Xanax for my anxiety. HUGE ANXIETY. Probably like most people who stop drinking. I also have a small bit of OCD in me. Thats why I worry even more.

Well, anyway...needless to say, I abused the xanax and after a year of being addicted to them, I had to go to a detox to get clean of them. (I tried once on my own, but had a seizure and could not do it alone). This was the end of March...so its only been 4 months.

My question is what do people recommend besides Xanax or other benzos for anxiety? I am currently on Celexa for depression and Risperdal for anxiety. The risperdal seems to be working...but it has also made me more lazy and 15 pounds heavier.

Just want opinions....I go back to my doctor next month and going to ask her also. Just wanted to do a little homework first. If the weight gain stays the same, then I'm ok...but 15 pounds in two months is alot and I don't want any more, thats for sure!!

Thanks guys!!

07-30-2004, 03:42 PM	#1 (permalink)
madmag Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: someplace, somewhere Posts: 57	A question regarding Anxiety Hello All, I have a question.... After getting sober (from alcohol) 18 months ago, I was prescribed Xanax for my anxiety. HUGE ANXIETY. Probably like most people who stop drinking. I also have a small bit of OCD in me. Thats why I worry even more. Well, anyway...needless to say, I abused the xanax and after a year of being addicted to them, I had to go to a detox to get clean of them. (I tried once on my own, but had a seizure and could not do it alone). This was the end of March...so its only been 4 months. My question is what do people recommend besides Xanax or other benzos for anxiety? I am currently on Celexa for depression and Risperdal for anxiety. The risperdal seems to be working...but it has also made me more lazy and 15 pounds heavier. Just want opinions....I go back to my doctor next month and going to ask her also. Just wanted to do a little homework first. If the weight gain stays the same, then I'm ok...but 15 pounds in two months is alot and I don't want any more, thats for sure!! Thanks guys!! __________________ "This too shall pass"