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It seems like my meds don't work like they used to. I told my PCP and I think, he thinks I'm just after more "drugs". I'm on Paxil, Estrace, and xanax.    — Robin Q. (posted on April 28, 2001)

April 28, 2001
Ask your doctor about WHERE in the digestive system those drugs are absorbed. If they are in parts that have been bypassed, then no wonder you're not getting the benefit from them that you used to. On the Xanax, I'd suggest that you take it sublingually. Put the pill under your tongue. Let it slowly dissolve. It will be absorbed into the mouth tissue and enter your blood stream that way. You will get a quicker benefit from it, and you won't "lose" any of it in the digestive process. It tastes NASTY.. but if you really need the Xanax (Like I do!) it is tolerable!
   — BethVBG

April 28, 2001
Just a warning about Xanax. Did you know that it is synthetic valium? It is also highly addictive! I was lied to by my doctors years ago about xanax and went through hell because of it. Try to get weaned off asap but never abruptly stop it. And, the first thing Xanax does is lower your inhibitions. Best wishes.
   — Cindy H.

April 28, 2001
I'm a very distal (29" common channel--DS) and I take xanex just fine. Get the full effects even with a low dose of .25ml. So glad it works when I need it!! <g> --->>
   — [Deactivated Member]

April 28, 2001
How far post op are you? The reason I ask is because I felt the same way recently. I've temporarily upped my paxil by 10mg, but my doctor allows me to play with the dose. I've been clinically depressed since childhood. I'm just now five weeks, but it seemed I've been more depressed. Walking helps that naturally as well. I'm also on estradiol. I've not had any noticable signs that would make me question its effectiveness. As for the xanax, get off that stuff as soon as you are able. It's so addictive! It might also slow down your metabolism since it's a narcotic.
   — Amy K.