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How do Benzodiazepine work on anxiety and panic attacks?
Query: Hello doctor, I currently suffer from anxiety attacks and panic attacks. It has been changing over the course of about four years, getting better and worse again. In everyday life it is manageable, but the attacks cause some unreasonable thoughts and ideas to form. I have heard about the use of Ben... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Anxiety and panic attacks are extremely common and 15 to 20 percent of people suffer from this issue at some point in their lives. Standard treatment for anxiety is the use of SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor) type of medicines. They are usually given for... Read Full »
Is it safe to use Valtoco for my epileptic son?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a mother of a 15-year-old son who has been experiencing seizures. I recently came across information about Valtoco. 1. Can you provide detailed information about Valtoco and its effectiveness in managing seizures? 2. What are the potential side effects or risks associated with Valtoc... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! Valtoco (Diazepam) does help in seizures because it is a benzodiazepine. So, in the treatment of frequent episodes of seizures, it can help. However, this medication can be given only once after a diagnosis is made. This medication... Read Full »
My mother has schizo depressive disorder. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, Before three years, my mother was diagnosed with schizo depressive disorder, when she lost her husband. She is having irritable bowel syndrome and diabetes mellitus. Now at present, she is taking Nexito 10 mg (Escitalopram), Hexinor 2 mg (Trihexyphenidyl Hydrochloride) both taken during d... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. She is not getting enough antipsychotic medications. If she has hallucinations and a cognitive problem, then she needs an adequate amount of antipsychotic for a long time. She is on Quetiapine 100 mg which is not a full dose to her, or it is also not responding. So, eit... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor, I have been on Prozac 40 mg for anxiety and depression. My psychiatrist also prescribed Tranxene (clorazepate) 5 mg, which I have been taking every night to help with anxiety-related insomnia for the past 4 months. I understand that this is a very low dose but still a benzodiazepine. S... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you are right it is a benzodiazepine but in the short term, it is completely safe. It is very effective against anxiety and insomnia. You should not discontinue it without asking your psychiatrist till that time you may take it without changing the dose. The psych... Read Full »
Does taking Stalopam affect the sound sleep of my mother?
Query: Hi doctor, My mother is 51 years old. Over 9 years she is unable to sleep properly either in the day as well as night. She started to feel irritated and we consulted one of our family doctor and he suggested to start Stalopam plus. But now a days even after taking the same medicine she is not gettin... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the prescription attached (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Diagnosis was anxiety with insomnia for which Stalopam plus (Escitalopram) was prescribed. It seems she has developed tolerance to this drug. So, either dose should be in... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,I have had a lot of panic episodes in which I find it difficult to breathe. My eyes are constantly hazy, and I cannot focus. I have trouble eating by myself or being alone. I constantly feel tired and had to take time off from school and leave my job due to worsening symptoms. I am now ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query, and I can understand your concern. The symptoms are suggestive of panic disorder or severe generalized anxiety. Most anti-anxiety medicines are controlled drugs. SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors) or SNRIs (serotonin and norepin... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am suffering from insomnia for the past one year. I do get sleep, but around 1 or 2 AM, I used wake up and unable to sleep again. I am 30 years old. I am a married female and have a kid aged 3 years. I am a dentist and now, I am in stem cell research. I do not have any other health prob... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have late insomnia. If there is any associated anxiety or depression, then that should be evaluated properly. Kindly visit a psychiatrist in person. For insomnia, drugs like Amitriptyline or Mirtazapine or Trazodone can be used. These are antidepressant drugs, but h... Read Full »
Should I use Glycomet-GP2 or GP3 for uncontrolled diabetes?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a medical student doing my internship. My father has been suffering from fever since seven days up to 101 F. I have given him Ofloxacin 200 mg two times a day. But, the cause of the fever is unknown. All the blood reports are negative. He is a known diabetic since 20 years and his bl... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. If your father is having continuous fever for seven days with negative blood reports then probably a detailed evaluation is required. Tablet Ofloxacin is a broad spectrum antibiotic against most bacterial infections and if his fever is not improving and blood culture... Read Full »
I smoke weed. Kindly help me to get rid of the habit.
Query: Hi doctor, I do not trust girls. I have had relationship issues, as I was betrayed by the girl I love. I also have a weed problem, and I am a dropout from college. Please help me get over these issues. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is more of a generalized thought that all the girls are not trustworthy just because a girl betrayed you. You are taking weed. Please specify the duration and daily dose. You need a help of a psychiatrist, as a thorough evaluation is necessary to plan a regime ... Read Full »
Do antidepressants cause long term side effects?
Query: Hi doctor,I have GAD and consulted an IAPT. They recommended CBT. My doctor prescribed antidepressants and Benzodiazepines. I read on internet that antidepressants harm people and show long-term side effects. Can I opt for other treatment methods? Read Full »
Answer: Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.Avoid referring online for medical information to prevent anxiety. Believe your doctor and ask your doubts about side effects. You can avoid medications if you think they will cause long-term problems. But it is necessary for improving your anxiety. I suggest you reduce the... Read Full »