Posted by prodgirl on July 3, 2003, at 5:23:55
If any one has any suggestions, I am open to anything!
I started switching over from Lexapro to Effexor XR 8 days ago. I was already having insomnia issues, where Trazadone wasn't working anymore. As I'm switching over, I literally can't sleep. Can't fall asleep, verge of anxiety attack in bed. I'm used to the odd dreams, but when you sleep 20 min, roll around for 20, and back to sleep, it gets old fast. She gave me Ambien 10mg on Monday. Didn't put me to sleep. Once I managed to fall asleep, it was for 3.5 hours, then I awoke, FULLY awake and started becoming obsessive about how my bed was, and crazy stuff. Tuesday night, I self adjusted to Ambien 20mg, but found the same situation. Wednesday night, 10 mg knocked me on my ass (because I'm so exahused), but I full woke up after 3 hours. Aren't you only supposed to take Amnbien when you can devote 7-8 hours to sleep? (tounge in cheek)
I take my ADs at night. Maybe this has something to do with it. I take a multi, fiber and acidophilus suppliments, allegry and stomach meds in the morning. I don't know if I can handle my ADs on top? Lots of water, veges, fruit. Any suggestions? I'll do anything now for some sleep!
a very sleepy prodgirl
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