Anxiety Meds: 5 MORE TIPS

⚕️Avoid alcohol and illicit drugs: It's generally advised to avoid alcohol and illicit drugs while taking anxiety medication. They can interfere with the medication's effectiveness and potentially lead to dangerous interactions.

⚕️Don't abruptly stop or change medication: Do not abruptly stop or adjust your medication dosage without consulting your healthcare professional. Some medications require gradual tapering to prevent withdrawal symptoms or adverse effects.

⚕️Give it time: It may take some time for the medication to reach its full effect. Be patient and allow your body to adjust. If you don't notice immediate improvement, discuss it with your healthcare professional rather than making changes on your own.

⚕️Keep a medication journal: Maintain a journal to track your medication intake, any changes in symptoms, and side effects experienced. This information will be valuable for your healthcare professional to assess the medication's effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.

⚕️Understand the medication: Educate yourself about the medication you are prescribed. Learn about its mechanism of action, potential side effects, and any precautions or interactions you need to be aware of.
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If you’re interested in medication, you would want to see a trained mental health professional that has the licensing to prescribe medication, such as a psychiatrist or a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, like Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Erin Jones of Revival Psychiatry. Revival Psychiatry serves patients in this capacity throughout the Phoenix, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert and Scottsdale Arizona areas. If you do not currently have access to a psychiatrist or nurse practitioner or if you are unsure of which type of mental health care provider is best for you, it may be beneficial to consult with your primary care physician to discuss your options.  

Erin Jones, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, FNP, PMHNP, of Revival Psychiatry, serves patients throughout the Valley in Mesa, Chandler, Scottsdale, Phoenix, Gilbert and beyond from her office in Mesa and via virtual visits.

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