Anxiety and I Have Tinnitus: What Is a Safe Anxiety Medication?

Hi I have anxiety and also tinnitus. I've had tinnitus for years on and off but since Jan 1 it's been constantly on.

Now it's making my anxiety worse so I'm thinking about finally taking an anxiety med.

Which is safe to use with tinnitus?

I don't want a medicine that will make it worse.

 

Have you considered ,mindfulness meditation? For me it has worked better than any anxiety med I've ever taken without worry about side effects or withdrawal symptoms.

 

Anxiety and T go hand-in-hand. I know this from my own experience. Long-term untreated anxiety and/or depression have a direct correlation with T. I'm new to T. If you're looking for a medication that has zero chance of ever effecting your T in any way, you won't find it. You can literally put in any medication followed by the word 'tinnitus' (or any other ailment, really) and you will read horror stories. This prevented me getting the medical help I honestly needed. And a medical professional is much more qualified to answer any questions or concerns you have re: medication than me or anyone else on this site.

You're best to speak to two types of professionals (which I did, after going through several GPs, doctors, and ENT). Firstly, a psychiatrist who can evaluate your mental state and talk you through the best treatment option. Secondly, an audiologist or hearing therapist who specialises in tinnitus. Have them know each other (exchange their emails; your psychiatrist will likely want to do this anyway, so they are on the same page). You will perhaps be given medication in the short-term, other medication perhaps for longer-term, and recommended for cognitive treatment for long-term. It's not for everyone here, but I have Valium (Diazepam) if I get really bad. In the beginning, it saved me. Knowing it's in my cupboard is reassuring. I'm also on two different medications and they are monitored, along with cognitive treatment I am starting with a hearing therapist specialising in tinnitus. It's a long road, but the road does have an end. You just have to stick it out. The common theme you will find in the success stories here is positivity. The brain's plasticity needs a positive attitude and outlook. It can be difficult, I know as much as anyone, but tell yourself it even if you don't feel it. Good luck and God bless your recovery!

 

Welcome to Tinnitus Talk.
Have a chat to your doctor and see what he recommends.
Nortryptaline or Amitryptaline are Antidepressants but at a low dose can help sleep and anxiety and can reduce tinnitus for some people.
Talking therapy is good also and helps you cope with unwanted emotions.
Relaxation will help and finding whats best for you from walking, exercise, yoga,relaxing music etc.

Keep us posted how you go on..lots of love glynis