springgodess

Trixie,
I was on Lorazepam for a very short period 'as needed' while I got on Zoloft for my panic attacks. I did not take too much of it, but I did do a lot of research on it (as I do on all my meds). I can tell you that personally I have experienced a weird effect from the meds, when I stopped taking them after about two weeks at a meager dose (.5), I got strange headaches and a feeling of floating, like I was spaced out and did not feel like myself at all. I did not do a gradual weaning off the med because I didn't need to, but since you took more than one dose I would have recommended it. Any time you are dealing with any sort of psychiartic medication I would advise to go very slow and carefully, whether getting on or off it. Also, remember that this medication affects a certain part of the brain, which in turn affects your body's chemistry, which in turn can lead to some very interesting reactions (anger, fear, cruelty, disturbed feelings), some of which you have experienced. It is normal, believe it or not, it is just your body's translation of chemical interactions in your brain, which is what a lot of our thoughts/impressions are. Don't be worried, I'm sure they will not last, if they do make sure to talk to your doctor or a psychiatist (I recommend the later, especially since you're not sure what has caused your anxiety/insomnia...and a psychiatrist might help you figure that out and treat it more thoroughly). Good luck.