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On Paxil, just been prescribed Temazepan as well.

Relli
Relli
I've been on Paxil for a couple of months and the last two weeks I have been having more low days the good days. I haven't been sleep well at all either. So my Dr has put me on Paxil 40mg and every second day 60mg of Paxil. Then for sleep the Temazepan.

Just wanted to know what peoples experience's are and get some input before I fill these scripts.
deleted_user
deleted_user
i am on paxil 40mg daily i never heard of alternating doses.has anything changed that may have made you feel sadder??
deleted_user
deleted_user
Ive not heard of alternating doses in increasing. I know that is done to decrease medication sometimes and thats called tapperings. Could you maybe get a second opinion or ask your doctor for more information about why this needs to be done?
I take temazepam for sleeping and it helps me to get a good sleep once I am asleep but doesnt put me to sleep if that makes sense. Its relatively short acting drug as well so I find it useful as I dont become drowsy during the day if I take it at night. Hope it works for you too. big hugs toyou.
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