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So I keep reading about rescue remedies? Can someone who has tried tell me if there are any side effects? Are they safe? I'm really considering buying one but I'm also scared.
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helen20833 Needhelp_asap
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What kind of rescue remedies? Do you mean herbal?
Needhelp_asap helen20833
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helen20833 Needhelp_asap
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You need to be careful about taking herbal meds if you are on meds from your GP. Some don't blend well...as in StJohns Wort which one should not take alongside prescribed meds
Bachs Rescue Remedy is one I keep handy. I've had no problems with that.
Needhelp_asap helen20833
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No no I'm not on meds! That's why I wanna try some herbal rescue remedy! I was thinking about Bach's as well. Thank you!
helen20833 Needhelp_asap
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Well I'm on meds ( sertraline 50mg ) but have, occasionaly used Bachs Rescue Remedy with no ill effects
Having said that, always thoroughly research anything before taking it.
Better safe than sorry
Helen
michelle71710 Needhelp_asap
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Hi needhelp, before starting on sertaline I went for natural remedies.
I've got the Bach spray remedy from holland and Barrett and to be honest that helped me when I felt the anxiety coming on and the butterflies in my stomach, maybe a placebo but it helped me and is safe to use.
I also took magnesium as that is supposed to be calming vitamin d but vitamin b6 but the b6 made my anxiety worse.
I haven't taken either magnesium or vitamin d since starting the sertaline as I want to ask my dr first but I think it is ok to take together.
I also tired l-theanine with lemon balm and that too helped and was calming, it's an amino acid and again I've not taken it since starting the sertaline as I'm not sure about that one.
What were you thinking of trying?
Needhelp_asap michelle71710
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So it's safe and helpful! Cause I was thinking about Bach's as well! I'm currently taking vitamin C and D and it's about to finish so after 15 days I'll start taking magnesium and vitamin B3 (niacin) which is supposed to be really helpful with anxiety. Thank you!
michelle71710 Needhelp_asap
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Yes safe if not taken any meds. Another good one is l-Theanine it was very calming for me and worked within half an hour to an hour. I also tried St. John's wort which I did think helped abit but my dr told me to come off it and go onto sertaline which I have done. Obviously don't take St. John's wort with meds. Good luck and hope they work whatever you try
eileen31681 michelle71710
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michelle71710 eileen31681
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It's gone to moderated will message you x
eileen31681 Needhelp_asap
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michelle71710 eileen31681
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I didn't know that eileen31681. How you doing today?
Needhelp_asap eileen31681
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I'll look at the ingredients before buying then! Thank you!
eileen31681 michelle71710
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Hello Michelle
Aches and pains but otherwise okay.
Yes someone gave nme rescue drops and they made me ill with a fast heart rate.
Best to look up all the ingredients to make sure they are compatable with your medication and also the conditions u have.
Best to google these for yourself as herbal shops are there to make a profit lets face it.
?How did you get on last night/this am? Did u sleep okay? Are the children alright?What ages are they? Hope thta you don't mind my asking?
michelle71710 eileen31681
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Glad your feeling ok eileen31681. I had a bad night, had about 2/3hrs sleep anxiety was so bad, nightsweats felt terrible, it's obviously the side effects of the meds which is not good.
Kids are fine thank you. Came to my mums so they're happy. They are 10 and 5
eileen31681 michelle71710
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Glad you got some sleep anyway.Night sweats are not pleasant but it is probably the drug just leaving your body, a sort of natural detox!!
It is good that you have the support of your mum .
I was just wondering if the drug had affected you in some way and your hubby picked up on this? That is not to say that you are at fault or to blame though!
Glad the children are okay. Nice ages as well.