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I have occasional anxiety attacks and moody PMS. I was on a 10 mg of paxil (low dose) for about a year?

26 July 2010 2 Comments
Lisa asked:


Paxil made me a little numb, took away my ability to have sex, and the withdrawals were horrible!
Has anyone heard good things about another med like zoloft? I want to help my mood swings, PMS & help my generalized anxiety. Thank You

2 Comments »

  • P said:

    Hi Lisa,

    All such medications are brothers and sisters of the same feather!!

    There are a wide variety of treatments and lifestyle changes that can alleviate and manage the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

    These include:

    Over-the-counter Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen, aspirin or naproxen. Prescription medicines such as oral contraceptives, antidepressants, diuretics or beta-blockers.

    While these treatments can be beneficial, these medications are strong, and may have side effects. Some may also be addictive.

    Natural and holistic treatments can be very effective in treating the physical and emotional symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and providing relief. Natural remedies have been used traditionally for many years to combat PMS symptoms and restore hormonal balance. These treatments usually work best in combination with a health program that is tailored to the individual’s needs.

    Herbal and homeopathic remedies are completely safe, and non addictive – without the side effects of prescription drugs. These remedies contain ingredients such as Fennel, Pulsatilla and Melissa which help to naturally reduce the effects of premenstrual syndrome and support health. Don Quai is also a very effective Chinese herb which helps to restore hormonal balance and promote female reproductive health – thereby reducing the occurrence of pre-menstrual symptoms. Consult an herbalist or homeopath about a treatment that suits you.

    Lifestyle changes can go a long way to improving the symptoms of PMS. These include eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep. Acupuncture and Chiropractic therapy can also be effective in lessening the troublesome symptoms of PMS.

    Hope this helps

    Good Luck!

  • Dave said:

    There are some natural treatments available if medication isnt working for you. One of the side effects of paxil is a decreased sex drive (thats why i dont use it any more) you can read about some of the alternative ways to get rid of panic attacks here

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