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Suggest A Non-benzo Family Medication For Anxiety
I take pain meds for pain but I also have high anixizy so I take clonipin also my pain doctor does not want me to take the benoas he calls it but there are days I have to take it . I try to take it only when I really need it but he still complains so I am trying to find something that is not in the benso family.
Mon, 13 Nov 2017
Hello dear,my name is dr,Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.
Antidepressants,antihistamines, beta-blockers, and anticonvulsants all have demonstrated efficacy in controlling anxiety.
Some advices that I can give to you are:
-relieve tension with vigorous exercise or massage.
-Practice relaxation techniques.
-Get enough rest.
-Practice healthy thinking and stop negative thoughts.
-Avoid alcohol, caffeine, chocolate, and nicotine.
Hope my answer was helpful,if you have any other question I will be glad to answer,thanks!
Antidepressants,antihistamines, beta-blockers, and anticonvulsants all have demonstrated efficacy in controlling anxiety.
Some advices that I can give to you are:
-relieve tension with vigorous exercise or massage.
-Practice relaxation techniques.
-Get enough rest.
-Practice healthy thinking and stop negative thoughts.
-Avoid alcohol, caffeine, chocolate, and nicotine.
Hope my answer was helpful,if you have any other question I will be glad to answer,thanks!
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