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Withdrawal from Lexapro, Welbutrin, Lyrica, prescribed Ziprasidone.
Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Jun 10, 2023 | Replies (84)Comment receiving replies
Wondering if none had very high blood pressure when stopping Lexipro? I am 200/100 today because of the anxiety and my Dr wants to put me on Ativan for a short amount of time to get me thru withdrawal. Scared of Ativan, heard stories about this too. I already had two strokes and do not want another one. Any advice?
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I don't think you would have any problems taking Ativan for a short period of time to get you through your duress now and without experiencing any potential uncomfortable side-effects from withdrawing from taking a benzodiazepine.
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Farabella, I have been on Ativan for about 5 years now and have never had any side effects. I too have high blood pressure and I take Lisinopril. I've never had any problems. I am by by nature a high strung person and the Ativan helps me tremendously. I wish you a lot of luck. If not Ativan, there are other antianxiety drugs out there. Your anxiety could cause you to have another stroke, along with your high blood pressure.