I’ve taken Ativan occasionally for at least 10 years. Also, took 50 mg of Zoloft for 15 years. I weaned off it a couple years ago because it was ruining my digestive system.
I am wired for anxiety and have been so since I can remember. Even as a child. , I have felt settled for a couple years at a time and then it comes back. It’s miserable. The .5 ativan once a day helps my nausea and and anxiety. I’ve done this for 3 months now. I’ve tried almost every antidepressant on the market and they all give me horrible nausea and stomach pain. I have a sensitive digestive system to begin with. My gastroenerogist suggested possibly buspar after I have an upper endoscopy for gerd. He says some people have more trouble with brain-gut sensitivity and he’s seen good results with patients taking buspar. Is there a medical professional from the Mayo that would know about this?