Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Suggest Treatment For Anxiety In Old Age
Question: I am 67 years old . I take xanax since 15 years and my family doctor want i stop xanax because my age and take sertraline. I try it and with sertraline my anxyeté is there during all the day but not with xanax. Can i continous to take xanax like before for quality of live?
Brief Answer:
Better to use mirtazapine
Detailed Answer:
HI
Thanks for using healthcare magic. I, Dr Abhishek Kapoor, would help you in this query.
Xanax contains clonazepam and it is a benzodiazepine. Chances of getting dependence with it is very high. I would not suggest you to take it. In that case, you can try some sedative antidepressant like mirtazapine. That would help to control anxiety as well as to get sound sleep. Rest, you can discuss with your doctor. In case, you need further help, you can ask.
Regards
Dr. Abhishek Kapoor
Psychiatrist
Better to use mirtazapine
Detailed Answer:
HI
Thanks for using healthcare magic. I, Dr Abhishek Kapoor, would help you in this query.
Xanax contains clonazepam and it is a benzodiazepine. Chances of getting dependence with it is very high. I would not suggest you to take it. In that case, you can try some sedative antidepressant like mirtazapine. That would help to control anxiety as well as to get sound sleep. Rest, you can discuss with your doctor. In case, you need further help, you can ask.
Regards
Dr. Abhishek Kapoor
Psychiatrist
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
