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Has anybody dealt with other women in menpause judging you because you are on meds?

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juanita93228
juanita93228

Why do some women (in meno, or peri themselves) look at you like you've grown horns when you tell them you are on an antidepressant or an anti-anxiety med (Valium, Xanax, etc.). They start talking about addiction and are you going to take these meds for the rest of your life, etc. I take Trazodone and Valium as needed. 

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  • lori93950
    lori93950 juanita93228

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    Hey whatever gets you through this ! I’d take anything right now . So many people are on Xanax etc . And I’ve learned once I open up about it others do too . If they are on them and hiding it then that’s their problem at least we’re all honest ! 
    • juanita93228
      juanita93228 lori93950

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      I agree! I was on Xanax and it's some great stuff, but since it only stays in your body four to six hours I had to stop taking it because of its short half life it's so addictive, (some doctors won't even prescribe it any more, but they're giving out antidepressants like candy!) I felt good on Xanax! Lol!

      But I have nothing negative to say about anyone who does what they have to do to get through this(I just popped a half a Valium just now while sitting at my desk at work. I keep feeling like I want to burst into tears Valium has a long half life, up to 100 hours for some people). They tell you no alcohol with the Valium. I didn't drink with the Xanax, but Valium is very slow acting and sometimes I drink a half glass of wine with my Valium.  Since I started my symptoms late, I'm just wondering when I'm going to come out on the other side.

  • juanita93228
    juanita93228

    Posted

    Thank you ladies❤❤❤❤❤❤
  • olive8
    olive8 juanita93228

    Posted

    Don't tell anyone just go on this forum and you will find dozens like yourself. It's good to know you are not alone 

    keep going 

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