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Is Zyprexa Safe For Anxiety Treatment?

my doctor prescribed me zyprexa an zanax I take zanax a lot times at night for anxiety or panic attacks ,I haven't started taking the zyprexa yet an im kinda scared to from reading about side effects but I was wonder how to take zyprexa do I take it at night with zanx ? because I work in construction on roof tops an up down ladders using tools an I don't like taking pills just don't know how to beat this anxiety an
Tue, 28 Jan 2014
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Hi,

Zyprexa should be taken at bedtime as it can cause some sedation. It can be taken with Xanax. However, I do not feel that it is the right treatment for anxiety and panic attacks. It is an anti-psychotic and you would find better results with medicines like SSRIs (Zoloft, Paxil etc) or SNRIs (Effexor, Cymbalta etc). SSRIs and SNRIs will control your anxiety and reduce your need for Xanax. Another thing that may help you a lot is practicing relaxation exercises like progressive muscular relaxation. Detailed instructions are freely available online.

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Is Zyprexa Safe For Anxiety Treatment?

Hi, Zyprexa should be taken at bedtime as it can cause some sedation. It can be taken with Xanax. However, I do not feel that it is the right treatment for anxiety and panic attacks. It is an anti-psychotic and you would find better results with medicines like SSRIs (Zoloft, Paxil etc) or SNRIs (Effexor, Cymbalta etc). SSRIs and SNRIs will control your anxiety and reduce your need for Xanax. Another thing that may help you a lot is practicing relaxation exercises like progressive muscular relaxation. Detailed instructions are freely available online. Best wishes.