Perimanipouse

I've had Ativan for insomnia caused by perimenopause.  It isn't prescribed for depression that I know of being that it is a anti-anxiety medication.  It really isn't recommended to take everyday as it can be addictive.  I know the side effects I had from it were short term memory problems the next morning....pretty noticeable while I was at work.  I would look into the side effects and usage of Ativan online (find a reputable website   Personally, I would take it sparingly. 

Hi May, yes, I've taken it and it helped me sleep and also helps with Anxiety. I'm now on Colazapam to help with my Anxiety but I prefer the Ativan but my doctor wont let me switch over. She say's Ativan isn't used for long term use. Ha ha ha.... Wait until she hits menopause! 

Yes. Took it for many years. Although it's intended for short term use. Called it my happy pill. When taken off of it, I was in the midst of peri and didn't realize it. The withdrawals were SO awful, but I'm sure peri made it worse. If my gp will put me on it again, I'll be taking it after my next visit. My anxiety has become so bad (nearly menopausal) no periods in almost a year. GAD runs in my mother's family. My 89 year old grandma has taken Ativan for years.

Hi may, I was prescribed it last year when my anxiety was unbearable. I did stop it cold turkey after 3 weeks and had strange feelings that I wouldn't like to go through again but only take it in an emergency now. It's the only med that worked for me just wish it wasn't so addictive.

I've been taking Ativan as needed for 3 years or so. I'm one of the most paranoid people when it comes to taking meds. I am happy to say I have never had a bad side effect from it. I am cautious not to over use it. But it works great for anxiety attacks and sleeping. My dosage is .5mg and it's been plenty enough for me. Good luck!

Well my original reply is somewhere in purgatory awaiting moderator approval. That's prob bc I attached a link. It is to a Dr. Evans on Youtube.. type in dr Evan's and perimenopause. Shes a naturopath. Her advice is already helping me tremendously.i have a history with ativan and antidepressants for postpartum after having my 3rd of 4 children. I was losing my mind with anxiety due to weird peri related symptoms. In a week, knock on wood..... I'm feeling great relief from aches, heart palps, anxiety, muscle twinges. My body must clearly be deficient and I was not taking enough supplements to support my body thru the changes. But yes.. in crisis..I have xanax on hand as a means to an end when my insomnia has been outrageous. That is always the beginning of the end for me... no sleep/nighttime panic. Best of luck. Keep us posted. I completely relate to your medication worries and the anxiety you already have.

Ativan is my best friend.  I have taken .5 since my mid 20s (I am now 51).  It is a life saver during times of panic.  And it also helps with sleep.  Especially with a cocktail 😂