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I'm taking 30 mg of lexapro, 60 mg of buspar (buspirone) and 50 mg of doxepin a day. i'm still experiencing anxiety and insomnia. is this normal?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Are you relying on: Meds alone? If yes, then strongly recommend that you add in non-med therapies. Talking therapy ranks really high. Cognitive behavioral therapy can be quite effective. Aim for daily exercise, 8 hours of sleep per night ; good nutrition with 5 servings of veggies ; 4 of fruit per day. Try tai chi, yoga, qi gong, progressive muscle relaxation, deep breathing exercises ; meditation. Don't isolate.

Answered 1/21/2014

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