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Are there any natural alternatives to prazosin
I know that Prazosin is used for PTDS and assorted anxiety disorders. Are there any herbs or supplements that can offer similar benefits?
FYI - I currently take Prozac for OCD.
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There may be and if you want to try them I suggest you find a doctor who practices Holistic medicine. Buying these Herbal alternatives over the counter without the knowledge of how they might react with other medications you are taking can be dangerous. Also certain Herbal supplements are not as effective as the manufactured drug and may have side effects worse than the manufacturer's drug,
Herbal supplements and herbal medications are not covered by your prescription drug benefits. These supplements or medications can be expensive. While I might understand why you wish to change to a more natural medication. This is one time due diligence is called for before you take any action.
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DEFINITELY check with your doctor before using any herbal or natural 'stress relief' preparations, pills etc. Some of them can co-exist with these type of medication, some cannot. While they might be mildly palliative, or even quite effective in relieving stress and anxiety symptoms in persons NOT on prescribed medication, they can have undesirable side-effects (and/or reduce the effectiveness of the meds) on those who ARE. You need to show the doctor which one(s) you have your eye on. And ask specifically, are they OK with what I'm on? If it's sort of 'borderline' or 'status unknown' for any particular one, don't take it. The prescribed stuff is they key player, and you don't want to compromise it's effectiveness.
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