Why does my new doctor act like I'm a drug addict?!


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Why does my new doctor act like I'm a drug addict?

I am 57 yr. old. I sometimes get very antsy and also start shaking and get upset over little things. My previous docter prescribed zanaz for me and it really helped. I didn't have to take it everyday, only when these symptoms accured. It calmed me down and even my family said I was alot easier to live with. I had to change docters recently and my new doctor acted as though I was some kind of dope addict when I told her that I wanted zanax. Instead, she wanted to perscribe zolof for me. I told her that my previous doctor had tried that medication and it just didnt work for me. Now she wants me to go to see a family counceler to find out whats my problem. I'v never been hooked on any kind of drug. And I havent got any serious family problems other then the day to day problems of life. I feel like I'm 57 yrs. old and should know by now what helps me and what dosnt. How should I handle this doctor?


Answers:

Find an old doctor. New, young doctor's might be afraid to lose their license overprescribing addictive meds. An older, more experienced doctor would know that zoloft increases anxiety in many people. A different SSRI drug like lexapro would be much better. But if xanaax worked well for you, then there is no reason not to continue with it since it actually is a anti-anxiety medicine whereas zoloft is an antidepresant. It's easier to get medicine from a new doctor if you bring in the old empty bottle with you so he or she feels comfortable knowing you had the drug before.




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