Posted by Viridis on June 9, 2004, at 5:49:58
In reply to will xanax help with obsessive thoughts?, posted by asoiferman on June 8, 2004, at 14:01:32
I've found Xanax useful for occasional help with obsessive worry (0.5 - 1.0 mg) but I develop tolerance to it quickly. It's great as an "emergency" med. Klonopin is much better for me (for regular use), and I also do well with Lamictal for its general calming effects (although I find it very subtle).
I can't tolerate SSRIs at all, but a close relative had fairly good results with Luvox (an SSRI) for OCD. She also uses Xanax on an as-needed basis (rarely, like me).
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