freakedout
11-01-09, 00:23
Hi,
I am having a difficult time at the moment with anxiety among other things but have benefitted from taking Diazepam 5mg on an 'as and when needed' basis previously. The last time I asked my GP for a prescription he was quite firm when he said that my problems are 'long term' and that taking Diazepam can become a problem in itself and that it is not the answer. He did give me a prescription but I consider myself 'lectured' and to be honest a little upset that he may be reluctant to prescribe them in future. In many respects Diazepam is a lifeline and does help me face situations that otherwise would be out of the question.
I discussed this with my CPN and she told me that the Psychiatrists tend to prescribe Lorazepam and not Diazepam. The last time I saw the Psychiatrist he was open to prescribing something for the anxiety but I said I was OK with Diazepam.
As I am struggling at the mo, I have discussed this with my most splendid friend and am considering asking for Lorazepam to help me through the next couple of weeks if need be.
I would really like to hear of your experiences with these two drugs, or any suggestions at all.
Thanks,
Freaky
I am having a difficult time at the moment with anxiety among other things but have benefitted from taking Diazepam 5mg on an 'as and when needed' basis previously. The last time I asked my GP for a prescription he was quite firm when he said that my problems are 'long term' and that taking Diazepam can become a problem in itself and that it is not the answer. He did give me a prescription but I consider myself 'lectured' and to be honest a little upset that he may be reluctant to prescribe them in future. In many respects Diazepam is a lifeline and does help me face situations that otherwise would be out of the question.
I discussed this with my CPN and she told me that the Psychiatrists tend to prescribe Lorazepam and not Diazepam. The last time I saw the Psychiatrist he was open to prescribing something for the anxiety but I said I was OK with Diazepam.
As I am struggling at the mo, I have discussed this with my most splendid friend and am considering asking for Lorazepam to help me through the next couple of weeks if need be.
I would really like to hear of your experiences with these two drugs, or any suggestions at all.
Thanks,
Freaky