Talk to Psychiatry on Anxiety
Asking For Self, Male 21, Karachi
I am seeking professional help for severe anxiety and related symptoms. I will summarize my history as clearly as possible.
Background
- I am a 21-year-old male with a history of significant anxiety. - I have taken psychiatric medications in the past, sometimes without medical supervision, while trying to manage severe symptoms on my own.
Medication History
1. I was prescribed Lexotanil (bromazepam) along with Motival by a doctor. 2. Toward the end of that period, I took 3 Lexotanil tablets at once, after which I experienced severe benzodiazepine withdrawal for about 2–3 weeks. I was mostly bedridden and unable to function. 3. After that, I briefly took Xanax (alprazolam) on my own. 4. Later, I started Lexapro (escitalopram) with Clonazepam, which again led to a difficult withdrawal experience when stopping. 5. In July 2025, I started Lexapro 10 mg again on my own (without a doctor) and took it for about 5 months. I tapered off and have now been off Lexapro for about 2 months.
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Dr. A Z Barkat Ullah - Psychiatrist
MCPS Psych (Pakistan), MRC Psych (UK), MBBS | Lahore
U r not doing things right !! Benzos are only short term anti anxiety n do not cure anxiety. Escitalopram is not much recommended in Uk. U need a proper assessment amd treatment with meds n therapy. I can do both if u attend few sessions
Farhana Shams - Clinical Psychologist
BS.Hons (Psychology), Post Graduate Diploma (Clinical Psychologist), M.Phil (Applied Psychology) | Mansehra
118 Positive Reviews
consult a clinical psychologist for assessment and therapy sessions.
you can also book an appointment with me.
thank you
you need proper assessment and therapy. you can consult with me and book an appointment
Dr. Samia Khan - Psychiatrist
MBBS, DCH, MS Clinical Psychology, MSc Psychology, MCPS Psychiatry | Lahore
12 Positive Reviews
Okay, so there is a history of polypharmacy here. Different medications were used unsupervised, and none was taken to its full therapeutic dose. I understand that you have been going through alot of anxiety in the past and are still are suffering from it. Just sharing a bit of information here, that this form of unsupervised medicine intake can lead to medication dependency. Body refuses to show any beneficial effect of the taken medicine, instead starts to exhibit negative affects. Drug or medicinal dependency require admission in hospital for at least one week to 10 days for body detoxification. This is quite a difficult and painful process that may not be possible at home due to withdrawal symptoms. A little bit of a note here, that, psychotropics are not like paracetamol or multivitamins. These medicines directly effect neurochemicals in the brain which effect our thought process and body function. Kindly attach yourself to a psychiatrist, preferably who sits at a drug rehablitation institution, and recieve the treatment in correct sequence for least distress and best results. Anxiety is a complicated illness. Good news is that it is treatable. You will feel much better with guided, supervised treatment. There must be a million things going on in your life that have caused you to try out every medicine you could get your hands on. Everything will be okay. Just trust your doctor. Nothing is lost yet. Get connected. My team and I are here to help you. Take care of yourself.
Fizzah Shahzad - Psychologist
BS Applied Psychology, MPHIL Applied Psychology | Lahore
5 Positive Reviews
you need proper guidance and treatment it's urgent for you to consult an experienced psychologist. I can help u in it as a psychologist book an appointment with me
Rizwan Ali Khan - Clinical Psychologist
| MSc (Psychology) | MS (Clinical Psychology) | Certified (Crucial Conversations) | | Lahore
44 Positive Reviews
Just click on the link below
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ASALAM o Alaikum this is Malaika Tariq clinical psychologist from Lahore.. you can consult with me
Asst. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Ayub Baloch Gold Medalist - Psychiatrist
MBBS, FCPS Psychiatry ( Gold-Medalist ), Fellow, College of Physicians & Surgeons, Pakistan, Certificated Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Consultant Psychiatrist & Expert in the treatment of Psychiatric, Neuropsychiatric, Drug addiction & Sexual disorders | Karachi
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Thank you for reaching out with your question. I understand your concern. To help you with treatment a detailed assessment is essential. I recommend you to book an online appointment for further assistance.
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