Question 1

do benzodiazepines such as green xanax bars decrease combined birth control pills such as nortrel 777 effectiveness at preventing pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

NO: Nortel 777 may result it Xanax staying in your body a longer time and thus you may not need to take as much Xanax, but Xanax is not known to reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills.
I strongly advise all taking birth control pills also take a good multivitamin such as ONE Multivitamin from Pure Encapsulations.

Question 2

what are the top 3 benzos?

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Benzos: These days, it would probably be ativan, klonopin, and xanax (alprazolam).  "back in the day" others like valium and Librium might have been more commonly used; Dalmane also.  Halcion and Midazolam certainly have their uses as well. While there can certainly be therapeutic benefits,  i've also seen every one of these misused at times..

Question 3

developed high tolerance to benzos ?

Accepted Answer

Sleep apnea: is certainly a POSSIBILITY.  Please see your doc ASAP who MAY order a sleep study to find out.  A  high tolerance to benzos was also mentioned.  Danger.  Please see your doc ASAP and find other ways to manage things.  A clinical psychologist can provide biofeedback or clinical hypnosis depending on their backgrounds.  Peace and good health.

Question 4

what are the dangers of stopping benzos suddenly?

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: It depends on the duration, dose, type and indication for benzodiazepines. Withdrawing can be a difficult and dangerous as person is anxious, irritable, unable to sleep, headaches, hand tremor. It is better if gradual dose reduction will prevent grandmas seizures and delirium. Cognitive behavior therapy, meditation, exercise, mindfulness training is useful. Hope it helps.

Question 5

what receptors do benzos affect?

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GABA: Benzodiazepines all effect GABA receptors primarily

Question 6

what are some benzos to ask for (for my anxiety)?

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I recommend: telling the medical provider what your symptoms are. The provider can than offer options that are appropriate. There are other medications besides benzodiazapines that can be taken for anxiety.

Question 7

what do you suggest i do to get benzos for my anxiety?

Accepted Answer

If you have anxiety: Recommend assessment by a psychiatrist. If benzodiazapines are indicated that can be ordered. Combination treatment is usually most beneficial for anxiety: psychotropic meds like ssri's, acupuncture, exercise, avoiding caffeine, tai chi, meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, cognitive behavioral disorder &  deep breathing exercises are examples.

Question 8

what else besides benzos can be used for fflying anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Behavioral technique: Psychotherapy, particularly exposure response prevention (erp psychotherapy) can be useful. Using relaxation apps or meditation apps on a smartphone can be of value. Also, deep breathing and meditation can be helpdul.

Question 9

can you tell me any suggestions on how i can taper from benzos?

Accepted Answer

About 15%/week: But must be done under supervision of a doctor who knows how to do it.  Sometimes the last 15% must be stretched out a great deal, at no more than 5% every week or even every other week. Seizures, delirium and cardiovascular stress can happen, and individuals need intensive psychological counseling to deal with anxiety/ depression as well.See an addiction professional for help(aaap.Org, asam.Org).

Question 10

does l-gluthatione interfere with benzos and if yes, in what way ?

Accepted Answer

No, it does not: No, glutathione does not interfere with benzodiazepines.  It may help you though, especially if you've been chronically ill, or simply depleted due to poor diet, pollution, toxins, medications, stress, trauma, aging, infections and radiation.  http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-mark-hyman/glutathione-the-mother-of_b_530494.html.

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