Xanax for Fear of Flying
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- Опубликовано: 14 июн 2024
- Many of us experience anxiety while flying-some of us need medication. I discuss using Xanax onboard aircraft, including my own story about why I take it and how it effects me. Prior to using Xanax, I was prescribed Hydroxine, which had virtually no effect.
My Fear of Flying: 0:09
Being Prescribed Xanax: 1:36
When I Take Xanax: 2:30
What's Xanax Feel Like: 3:14
Does Xanax Make Me Sleep: 3:55
he took half a Xan / 13 hours till he land /he was out like a light/ like a light/ slept through flight/ knocked out for the night ☺️
Baxter Schlong drake literally takes Xanax going to Dubai because he has anxiety
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I take half a Xan' and I still stay awake
All my demons wanna pull me to my grave
I choose Vegas if they offer Heaven's gate
I tried to love, but you know I'd never stay
I have different experience. I only experience anxiety for the first two hours. Once two hours passed i overcome my anxiety for the rest of my flight. So what I did to solve those two hours I use .25 Xanax. That's all I really needed and I enjoy my flight every single time I fly in the air.
I work in the medical field and I also am an anxiety sufferer. Had a panic attack on a plane years ago. Got Xanax and even when I don’t feel anxious before the flight, I still take it. Just to be safe.
From then on I have flown DOZENS of times.
Hearing this guy talk about the effects and how it works is EXACTLY how many of my patients feel.
This guy is spot on.
People, if I can fly, ANYONE can fly lol
Same for me, I didn’t fly for over 10 years, after Xanax I’m flying 3 times a year, I have some memory lost after the flight I believe it’s one of
the medication side effects but it doesn’t bother me at all , anyway I don’t want to remember my flights hahaha
@@alaflowers3971 my favorite side effect is when i pass out for 5 hours lol.
I believe I can fly ❤
I thank God for Xanax. Without it, I would not fly, be able to drive, or leave the house. With it, I can live my life. Because of it, I LOVE flying.
What happens when you cant refill your prescription though? Its incresible when it works but it destriys the brain, heart and liver.
Thabk you son uch for posting. My doctor presribed this meds to help woth my flight anxiety which has gotten worse. I hope all the best for you ❤🙏🏿
Hey I just wanted to say thank you for posting this and being able to share your feelings , helped me out a lot very informative 👍🏼
Thank you for this video. I am extremely scared of flying and watching this video gives me much hope.
I used xanax and rely recommended to every one during flyight, till now I cant understand what did for me, but remember that this tablet made me from afraid for more that 100 % to be happy during the flyight and then set close to the window and start take video and become so happy
Tuesday 07.02.2023 is my 12.5 (6--2.5--4) hour flight with 2.5 hour transit and I am deadly scare of flying. Before I was fine but after delivery to baby almost 5 years back I got this anxiety. I can't travel in Train and flight. Life became hell. Doctor gave me Temesta ( Lorazepam ) 6 Tab of 1mg for round trip. I took 1 before and checked in train. I am fine. hope it will work same in flight. Thank you for making this video. I will definitely write my experience so that others can learn. Keep me in your pray on Tuesday.
Appreciate you making this video. I got prescribed Xanax for flight anxiety and I’m even nervous to try the Xanax. But this video definitely helped put my mind at ease.!
How did it go?
Ok this is two years later but thank you for posting! Your trigger of turbulence is literally mine! I have been so embarrassed to ask for something but last time I flew I had a panic attack. Like crying, hyperventilating and shaking. It was so embarrassing and I literally felt like a failure. I’m embarrassed to ask for something and I go on my first flight in over a year next week and I’m already so scared. I think I’m going to talk to my doctor about prescribing something to help ease my nerves. Thank you so much for sharing this! Literally exactly what I needed right now!
I cry like a baby too. The only flight I ever enjoyed was AIR FRANCE with a PLANE CAM so I could see us flying (not falling) even through turbulence!!
Thank you so much for sharing this. I hate taking medication, but I’m going to have to take something similar my doctor prescribed to get on a plane. I appreciate your honesty and detail!
This was so so so helpful. Thank you!
Fantastic video. Really well explained. Thank you.
I needed to hear this!
Hi Kyle, thanks so much for this video. I use to fly without any issues but since couple years I started having panick attacks where I feel I need to get out or I cannot breath. Those were terrible experiences and I started to be depressed as getting on a flight was the only way I could see my familly. I never took Xanax as I was afraid it would not work then I will feel worst and things will get out of control. But since watching your video, I will definitely try Xanax on my next flight. Once again, thank you so much. Your video just gave me hope that I could get on a flight again to see my family and also go on hollidays😄..
Take the half tablet and after the experience you might be feeling flying fine. It will take off the edge and numb the fear. Just keep drinking water. I normally fly overseas on long flights at least twice a year and after the funeral started to have like constant panic. Doctor said it is normal after tragedy but flying a couple time on pills does the trick and no longer feel anxious.
THANKS DUDE !! YOU ARE AWESOME !! SAME AS YOU, ONE FLIGHT OF TURBULENCE AND NOW I HAVE ANXIETY BUT, USUALLY ONLY FOR LONG FLIGHTS, SO I HAVE MANY PEOPLE (ONE IS A DOCTOR) SAID THE SAFEST AND MOST RELIABLE SOLUTION IS XANAX. BUT, I STILL WANTED TO HEAR IT FROM A REAL LIVE PERSON IN A SIMILAR SITUATION, SO AGAIN THANK YOU SO MUCH
God bless you for making this video. I always never wanted to take meds because I was scared of side effects but this video actually made me feel good so I’m definitely going to ask my doc about it if that means making my flights better and not a nightmare
Did you do it?
This is exactly how I feel! I am a frequent flyer, yet turbulence is one of my worst fears, particularly at night and over open water. Despite knowing that I am perfectly safe, my anxiety is terrible during turbulence. I am going to seek medication for flights in the future.
I recently completed an intensive counseling series on this phobia and it has helped tremendously. I still use the medication to help me.
Thanks man for this. I had a couple of mild turbulences and it scared me a lot. My flights are around 5:30 hs. so I took a slepping pill, that helps a lot.
I just remind myself about the other smooth flights and it helps too.
A friend of mine that is a frecuent flyer told me a lot of times that He was in a couple of turbulences.... after 30 years of flying, 4 or 5 times per month. That gave perspective.
Man you are amazing! This video really encourages me to fly again. I have the exact same problem as you. It’s not the take off, sound or anything else. It’s always turbulence/darkness that make me unaware of my surroundings and get me the panic attacks. I just discovered it and i’m going to have my first flight while on Xanax in less than a month. This video really helped. Thank you!
Robert Burdusel happy to help! I have a flight next week back to Alaska from Thailand, it’s 19 hours combined in the air! Just have to think about how much the meds help and how safe I am.
@@exploringfox been taking xanax for a year for flying. it helps me tremendously. been to cancun, florida, and this week going to portugal. i sometimes notice, the worst anxiety....is the days before the flight. the anticipation sucks so much. but then when the day of the flight happens, i pop one of those pills, and bam. i am calm relaxed, etc.
@@TheMikeydudeman What about Valium? Is it just as good?
Thank you, Kyle!
Xanax is what got me on a plane again. I generally start taking long acting Xanax like days before I have to fly then ramp up night before and day off with fast acting. Absolutely no side effects and no loopy feelings….feel like myself but super drowsy and comfy. It’s not heroin and I’m not taking 10 mg bars so addiction is not even a thought. I only use for flights.
Thank you for this - I’m a pretty frequent flyer and have done many, many long haul flights (LA to Melbourne, LA to Beijing, Seattle to Seoul, JFK to Tokyo, etc), have been on less than stellar airlines in developing countries and have had some panic attacks, but for some reason when I’m on domestic (USA) flights - I freak the FUCK out - I was on a 2.5 hour flight from Seattle to Vegas where the turbulence was HORRID, and I was literally crying, sweating, white knuckled, heart beating fast, I couldn’t take it until we reached the gate. The next day I went to my doctor and now have some for flying, but have had anxiety even thinking about taking it. So your video really, REALLY helped me calm down.
You're more than welcome.
How has the Xanax been helping? I'm getting ready for a flight tonight.
@@ikg2004 how was it
Thank you for sharing your experience. The last time I got on a plane, despite having flown on dozens of planes before, I cried the entire time and called my mom who had to do everything she could to convince me I needed to get on the plane. On the flight I was rocking and clinging to myself so much (especially during a very turbulent Denver take off) that people around me gave me nasty looks. I tried my best not to cry on the plane but couldn't help it. I was considering trying anxiety medication for my upcoming flight but didn't understand how it could even help/was scared of being too loopy to make my connecting flight, but I'm glad to hear it doesn't disorient you if taken properly. I hope it could be able to just calm my heart if nothing else, did it do that for you? It's what exacerbates my anxiety the most.
I have the same trigger as you with turbulence. Turbulence, harsh turning, and take offs. Pretty much in that order.
i promise you it will help. flying is no longer an issue for me. now me and my wife are traveling places i would never dream. that little pill is magical. lol.
Thank you! Very helpful video
Thank you so much for your video ☺️👍🏻
Great video, I use when I travel or during severe stress, (sickness or death in family) It is a very addictive drug and you are wise to take small doses only when needed and not use on a daily basis. I will add that
I need to be able to face life on life's terms without the assistance of drugs but going in to panic mode on a plane or at a funeral etc, is embarrassing to me and adds unnecessary concern from others that can be avoided with MODEST medication.
Great video!! Thanks!! Take it, people, for its intended use. I have had extremely bad anxiety lately. Grew up traveling about twice a year. Would frequent PR and Florida. Never scared. But as I've aged (52), I am anxious and I panic over so many things. I lose appetite, I think of the worse, I shake, my heart beats rapidly, I get hot, feel nauseous, can't concentrate, fears and thoughts paralyze me, and all of this is usually followed by much vomitting (so sorry to bring that up). So I spoke to my doctor and she prescribed only 14 pills of .25 mg. I have only ever taken 1 at a time or actually per day. Calms me down significantly, and I can go about my day like nothing. No thoughts that will cause me to have a panic atrack. Eases me totally. Hope this helps.
Thankyou so much Kyle. I've never had Xanax but plan to on my 10hr flight to Mexico.
Xanax works for me. My doc told me to take one on way to airport, and then while I’m boarding. It relaxes me and I tend to sleep. I think I become a bit more friendly at lower doses and probably talk to random folks. On longer flights I tend to max out at 3 mg and at that point I fall asleep. I always make sure I have some one pick me up from airport do not drive on this stuff. And I only take as prescribed. To do otherwise would be pretty dumb.
Does take off bother you. That's the worst part for me.
I feel exactly the same.
I feel the same way when flying. You couldn't have described it better. Thank you for this video. I will be flying soon and usually just deal with the fear, panic and anxiety. Dr prescribed xanax for my anxiety and to help me sleep. I will try it on my flight. Thank you for sharing🙏🙂
I suffer from severe anxiety and panic attacks and have for close to 30 years. Xanax has been a god send. When I first started taking it, I seemed to take it more often. But the combination of xanax and more exposure of anxious situations, I dont take it nearly as much as I did. I too am on the .5mg tabs and have never taken more than 4 a day.
I come across this video as Im preparing to do my first flight. I know I will be taking xanax, but also just knowing that I have it, and have the option of taking it is a relief.
I love this video. I’m definitely going to take a Xanax when I fly
Recently I could fly taking meds. I had no issues before but since a few years after a bad flight developed nervousness. I must say I have overcome it as I was assured I had my meds in case
Im truly terrified... heights in general buckle my knees. I cry thinking about flying, and I have to fly in a month. (3hrs) I dislike pills, I've tried meditation and other distractions.
Don't be afraid to use medications for the reasons they exist. I encourage you to at least talk to your doctor. It really helps me.
Hi!! How was your flight? Did you take anything?
HOW WAS YOUR FLIGHT! I NEEEEED TO KNOW
I just flew again yesterday from bama to Cali. We flew Spirit. I had movies downloaded, my boyfriend's hand, and medication from my doctor. Take off is still very shaky for me still, but worth it
@@delashesblackmon3529 ugh thankyou so much for this
I’m so happy you thought about others and shared your experience. I have a flight soon. Not too bad, only 3 hours but I would like to sleep through it if possible lol. Was the medication expensive or you had insurance...
It’s generic, so I think it’s pretty cheap.
thanks for sharing! :)
Thank you so much for this video i have a flight to Taiwan in couple days and my anxityy is bad with flying ur a life saver!!! i will take xana for sure when i bored the plane
Glad I could help! You've got this!
Thank you for this video. Im trying to get on my first flight soon and have been researching like crazy for xanax, airplanes and making sure i wont have a panic attack and go crazy on the plane.
Many ppl take Xanax on plane. Also ask fly attendant for a wet towel to put on your forehead.
Just remember, half of plane is like that and crew had seen it. So don't be afraid to make a fool of yourself bc you simply won't.
Thank you for sharing your experience with us! I get on a flight only with Xanax as well. Pls people never misuse things like these type of pills, but for something that makes you very nervous, why not
i totally understand! even on like 1 hour flights, i tense up SO much, and i literally cling on to my seat and never take my belt off, i start crying and even my parents can't calm me down....i will definetely try xanax in the future!
Hey Charman, I was very much the same. I just got back from another flight this week-we had moderate turbulence, and I was able to cope fine. I was a little nervous but went back to sleep.
Kyle Fox hey does Xanax help to calm down on the plane and is their any feeling after u take Xanax
Girl .... no Xanax
@@shinealday8071 Yes!
Man thanks a lot for this video, this is just what i was looking for.
I have a flight in two days, and my experience is just the freakimg same as yours: traumatic turbulence experience in the past that led to me beeing scared asf and in constant tension when just alittle bit of turbulences start in a flight.
I am going to try 1 Amaprezol (Xanax) before the flight, but i have never tryed it before. Do you think i should first try it at home today or tomorrow'??
Great video man
How was your flight?
@@exploringfox I had turbulences in my flight, and i knew i didnt like them, but i was really relaxed with my eyes closed and knew that nothing was going to happen. I think the flight anxiety is just our brain beeing making us feel scared, because thats how we think that we are supposed to feel. Its all in our brain and im sure we all can just learn to not be scaredin that situations because its normal and NOTHING is going to happen.
Thank you so much for this. I've put off going to the doctor for way too long, but my flight anxiety has gotten worse as I've become older. I feel reassured knowing Xanax won't make me a stoned zombie.
I put it off too. So glad I have tools now to help me do what I love, which is to travel.
@@exploringfox this is what xanax is designed for. first time flying with xanax, i couldnt believe how well that pill worked.
I hate flying over oceans, the turbulence is imminent and makes me nervous. North Atlantic and southern Pacific areas are worst for flying but you can get bad turbulence is small planes just about anywhere
I take 0.5mg or 1.0mg (if extremely nervous) Xanax for flying. Its fantastic
David does it calm you down a lot?
I hate take off that sinking feeling. How does it make take of feel?
@@chelaboyd all xanax does is temporarily reduce your anxiety levels. As you will be relaxed after taking it, you will not care as much about the fear of flying. You just need to try it for yourself and see how you feel.
@@Dan-pp4nh 0.5mg will completely reduce your anxiety when flying so yes it will calm you down
That's my experience as well. I usually just take .25 and another if I need for takeoff. I have experienced light and moderate turbulence on Xanax and it does not bother me.
Ill ask my doctor for some of those... thanks
Thank you for this helpful video 🙏😊 I just want to know how many miligrams you took ? And how many minutes take the medication to start kicking in ? Thank you
I had .25mg tablets. During this particular trip from the video, I took 1mg during the 10 hour flight.
I really don't know what metal the air hostesses are made of?
terrified flyers should not fly alone. a fearless companion,some Xanax help a great deal.
I've mostly been flying with people and it really does help.
Ativan is good too.
My doc prescribed me damazapam 5mg & propanol.. damazapam for ease of mind & propanol for ease of heart beat
So do you have to take when your boarding. Or can still take when your waiting in line . What about if your still waiting for the airplane on the seats can u take it . If you do this will make you sleepy
I took a whole pill from a flight from NO to San Diego
Kicked in an hour before landing….I think I need to take it an hour before takeoff or maybe 2 blue ones???
🎉thanks
how long can one take Xanax? we need to either stop flying or stop freaking.
Hi,
I have a flight in week from JFK TO ISTANBUL and it’s a 10 hr flight. I also don’t like being in a airplane due to the crash videos I watched. (I know I know😣) . My doctor also prescribed me .5 dosage of xanax. It will be my first time taking it so I don’t know what to expect. Did you have side effects afterwards? Like a day after? Great video!!
Thank you for explaining with details!
Did the xanax work for you? Did it calm all anxiety/panic and did you experience any side effects?
Berat Ileri did it help you???
I totally am guilty of watching turbulence and plane crash videos as well! Super weird, but it's kind of obsessive. I did not have any side effects.
Hi. I would just like to know when is the best time to take xanax when taking a flight? I will be having a 3 hour flight soon and i am very nervous.
For me, I take it during boarding. By the time that we take off I am relaxed and reasonable.
Thank u
Im the same i hate the feeling of the plane hitting turbulence thats my trigger as well.
Hi!! My fear isn’t the turbulence. Mine is the fear of not being in control. I can’t just hop out of the plane and do whatever. Will my prescribed Xanex help me not care about not being in control? I’ve only taken my xanex once in my life.
Hope for a response!
Hello! Did you end up flying?
So I’m watching this because I’m going on my first flight to Puerto Rico in April and I’m completely terrified of heights , never been on a roller coaster. I’ve had dreams of me boarding on a plane and just crying and not trying to board...I’m def going to ask my doctor for medication to calm me on the flight. My trip is at the end of April we are in February now and I’m already nervous
How was your flight? Did you take any medications?
You can do it, Nani! I have genuinely flown on well over 100 flights and never been in actual danger. That's our perception. I will be uploading a new video about this soon.
@@exploringfox I have a flight to Australia in 2 months I have sever panic attack to the point I can’t sleep now and wondering what to do when I sit in the plane what if I start screaming or pass out it’s really horrible
I would absolutely recommend taking Valium or Xanax getting on a plane ✈️ if u have anxiety
What if your already on an ssri?
No fear of flying, but I wanted to get some solid sleep on a 12-hour flight, accompanied by my adult children. I popped a 0.5 Xanax, along with a glass of Merlot. I woke up about ten hours later and said, “Wow, that was a fast flight.” My children said I had slept through all the meals and everything else, waking only two hours before we landed. Be careful! I’m a very big guy and that combo knocked me on my ass.
Same for me. Fly all the time, not nervous at all. I just want to get some shut-eye. I heard Xanax will cripple you. Would you recommend?
@@cobyackerman8891 I’m not a doctor, so I can’t make recommendations. But no, Xanax never knocked me on my ass! It just made me sleepy, and if you’re already tired, it puts you in a deeper sleep. But I only take 0.5 mg, which is nothing.
u had alcohol with xanax??? tf
One Xanax about 30 mins before getting on flight then another one after food has been served and ready to sleep. That's my routine on long haul night flights. Total zombie when I wake up usually a few hours before we land, but really couldn't care about turbulence anymore. I used to medicate with alcohol and, while legal and easily accessible, the hangovers aren't pleasant, and probably isn't pleasant for your neighbours watching you get plastered. Never been in heavy turbulence by the way. Couple of descents into stormy weather but nothing really bad; more just a spontaneous fear that overcame me about twenty years ago.
How about taking it for a 3hrs flight? Would I leave the airplane ‘high’ or lookkng weird? Because for me doesnt matter how long or how short the flight is. A flight is a flight. 15hrs flight or 2hrs flight is the same in my mind.
For me, I find that the Xanax affects me the most for 3 or so hours. I think it probably affect people very differently.
Are there any physical side effects that come from taking Xanax after a flight lands? (After you land, does the change in pressure affect the medicine?)
No effects that I have come across. I am lucid and aware, just more relaxed. I do get a little giggly when tired.
I've watched this multiple times. I have severe plane anxiety due to claustrophobia. I do not fly. I am forced to in May for my sons Army graduation. I am already scared. I have never been afraid to fly and have flown my whole life. Something has happened to me recently where I have more phobias and anxiety. I am naturally a very nervous person and have always struggled with ADHD which has made it hard for me to sit still for long periods. Does anyone have any special tricks or suggestions that have worked for you personally? I would love to hear it.- Thank you
I just went through intensive anxiety therapy for my fear of flying. I strongly suggest talking to a therapist.
Hi Keli . I hate flying now. It never used to bother me but i suddenly started having bad panic attack. Im not worried about the plane crashing but the fact that I can't escape if I need to that's the real fear. I think I have both cleithrophobia and claustaphobia as sometimes I have a panic attack in a large or small room. Key for me is wearing comforable cool clothing so I dont overheat which seems to cause me to panic. I take a fan with me. I also book an isle seat so i don't feel trapped. More importantly I take a valium before I fly. Or something from a health food shop to calm me. Im flying to visit my son in a few weeks. I'm scared just thinking about it. 🙄💜
@@kimtamm9954 did you fly how was it?
@@triphboyer4352I breezed through it with the little help from Valium. Thankyou for asking 🥰
thank u man. i know this is 3 years old but i’m 15 and i’m going to hawaii and i’ve never ever been on a plane that long, i get in my head a lot and hyper fixate on throwing up, i got proscribed a benzo (xanax) for it. and i’m nervous it’s not gonna work at all. it’s not really anxious about flying it’s just my general anxiety. i really hope it works, i’ve been having panic attacks everyday about it and i don’t even leave for 2 weeks.
Hey! How was it?
@@Cesar_1935 omg i forgot about this. it actually worked super well and didn’t make me nauseous from my anxiety. it is actually such a life saver!! i use it for flying and super long car rides.
Hi Kyle Fox ....can you tell me brother if I can use Clonazepam
My doctor prescribed me Valium (Diazepam), It did not work, i had a panick attack, and he just does not prescribe me Xanax, idk why
I have a flight in over a month and so I was testing lorazepam today in preparation which is how I ended up here! I have the most anxiety during the car ride to the airport and during waiting for boarding and then mid flight if it’s bumpy and the pilot turns on the seatbelt sign... the prescription in 1mg but what if I need two to get through the flight?
Check with your doctor, but mine told me that I could take a few without being in danger. Mind are .5 and I may take as many as 3 over a 6-8 hour flight.
@@exploringfox I have an update about the flight. I ended up not checking with my doctor but tried to spread out the time I took the meds. All went well but I was super nervous for my first flight out there that I could barely eat or drink the night before. I woke up at 2 am with anxieties and decided to take a whole pill (1mg) to help me get through the rest of the night. The next morning was amazing. I just felt ready to be on the plane. Not really as terrified as I have been in the past. Just ready. My sister said I was amazing. I was very surprised with myself that I felt that relaxed. Could it have been the drugs? Possibly. But that whole morning was just GO GO GO to get the airport so there wasn't a single moment of dwelling. Maybe my mind was simply distracted. And all through the flight I felt at ease as well. On the plane ride back home, I wish I could say the same. Our flight was about mid-day so the anticipation was worse. I did indeed take another whole pill about 30 minutes before boarding but the anxiety only went away when I stepped foot into the cabin. Still don't know whether to attribute the relief to the drugs or that we were FINALLY going back home. Hope that makes sense!!!!!
@@elizabethhastings4992 my wife is going to take diazepam 5mg on our flight this coming Saturday, she has a lot of anxiety about flying and her PCP did prescribe. Hope it works and she feels calm to fly because she always feel so bad because it’s something which started 3 years ago after a terrible flight we had, before that she used to flight without any problem
so I live in New Zealand and that turbulence here is very common I'm very used to it, ironically I'm just here because I was perscribed xanax for GAD.
I just came back from the Philippines. Unfortunately didn't work for me
I did to but it worked,what route did u take? For me :columbus Ohio to atl,then atl to lax (I don’t even remember the flight 😅) then lax straight to Manila.i slept a good 5 hours after they served the first meal.
Yea. I have hydroxyzine (10 mg) and it does NOTHING!!!!! Warmer months are coming so I’ll be flying soon so I know I’m going to need Xanax.
Hi Kyle. Could you please do another video of your experience with xanax in the past couple of years. I know with covid you might not have done much traveling. But maybe in 2019?
What a helpful video. I can’t thank you enough
Hi Mohammad, I will be uploading a new video soon!
Have you even taken it for short flights, hour or so long?
Jose Gutierrez yes. I usually take 1-2 for short flights. Honestly I only take a second pill when we hit turbulence.
I have a flight anxiety and fear of heights its been 3 times i have been on 1 hr domestic flight till now but as i enter inside the flight during the take off i feel extreme panic attack and during all over the flight i feel like the plane might be crashed if something terrible hits the plane i cannot get over this as i have very hard to calm me down during the flight but anxiety hits me so bad and i don't know how could i be calming myself down now i am thinking to take medication before the flight your video helped me to calm down a bit but i don't know how to pass the boarding check along with medicines? Can you please help me with this can i pass the boarding check along with medicines ?
As far as I know there is no issue as long as you have a prescription.
@@exploringfox Thank you so much for the reply 😊
I have a fear so bad since 2002 I have not been on a plane I need something so strong to help with simptoms a week before to lower my anxiety and help me get on the plane. I need a strong dosage. Any recommendations???
I'm managing my fear with two bottles of wine prior the flight! When in a smaller aircraft combine with windy weather .. three bottles needed
Sadly I don't drink!
Ugh tried it with Xanax and it didn’t work, I only had .25mg tabs and I popped 4 and felt absolutely nothing. I didn’t get on the plane. I’m 240lbs. Should I have my doctor try and increase the dosage? Have you ever felt like this?
Daniel, to my knowledge, .25mg is quite a low dosage. I am 220 lbs or so and it does affect me, but not drastically. Ask your doctor!
You see I’m like you. I’ve flown for many years without getting medication. Always scared of going to the doctor. But anytime we hit bumps on the plane, my heart rate just starts to rocket. I get really sweaty. I don’t eat on the planes. Mainly I just drink the alcohol. Which I can’t keep doing. Do you think it’s easy for the doc to prescribe this sort of medication to someone like me who has flown years and somehow managed to get through every flight (thanks to
Alcohol).
The Mad IrishMan yes. It shouldn’t be any issue with a doctor. Obviously they are watching for people who will abuse the drug, so be thoughtful.
Hello my friend, for 1 hour flight, first flight what dose should I take? Must try it at home first? Thank you
Hey! That’s a better question for your Dr!
I regularly travel from California to Las Vegas and there has been a few times where my anxiety is so bad that I literally decide not to step in the airplane, turn around and rent a car instead and make the 8 hour drive home lol. Ahh man
I recently finished counseling for my flying anxiety, I will be uploading a new video in the next few weeks.
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hi. I just want to know how is your experience with Xanax now? Did you take long flights? hiw dies it work? I need to travel for 20 hours in air sometimes across the globe. Did you come across turbulence and did not realise it. pks give an update. I have an international travel coming up.
Hey! Still using it and it is working well for me. I have traveled probably 50+ hours since I did this video and I haven't had any significant panic or scares. I even remember waking up in some light turbulence and just falling back asleep. Don't be afraid!
thanks a lot. I am bit unsure about the dosage for long houl flights. Like I will be flying for six hours and then a layover for 3+ hours and a long flight of 12+ hours in 3 weeks.
Anu Pra I just did a flight to Bangkok-3 hours to Seattle, 11 to Tokyo, 7 to Bangkok. I did really great-slept pretty well and felt very secure even in moderate turbulence.
My doc prescribed ,25. Is taki ng 2 at once safe? I think thats a lower dose than .5? Im reslky nervous yo fly
Better question for your doctor. I have .5 mg tablets.
I did a video in flight anxiety and today i got xanax for my flight to japan in june. Excited to not be scared half the time lol i cant afford to buy enough alcohol to keep me sane
PinkFurryHat how did it go? I have a 12 hour flight coming up!
I wish i could just get nervous, ill black out completely
I’m going on plane in 2 days having major anxiety... my doctor told me to take 2 0.5 Xanax one hour before getting on plane... would that make me extra drowsy or sleepy?
Did the xanax help you? How did you react?
No, in my experience the Xanax simply calms me down. If I am already tired, I will most likely fall asleep.
hi there, how was your flight? did it help?
@@adarshshrestha8807 she didn't respond..... This worries me
Last time I flew I was a bit nervous during the flight. I’m flying in October I don’t wanna scare my daughter on the plane if I get nervous. Any tips for me? Thank you
Hey Matthew as a fearful flier I recently had a flight that was a bit bumpy and it freaked me out but bottom line I made it home safely. My suggestion is definitely watch a movie with your daughter. Movies helped me out before but because I forgot my earphones it made the experience way more scarier for me. I feel like by listening and focusing on a screen it distracts you from all the plane mumbo jumbo 😂 Also, watching a bunch of pilots on RUclips is helping me learn more about what goes on in a plane. I totally would recommend downloading their videos and have them during the flight just to reassure yourself. You can beat that I will definitely be having their videos on my phone just to help me out. I am flying in November again and the best way to beat fears is knowledge of the unknown. Hope this helps and have a fun time ☺️
@@RainHika thank you very much for your feedback. I will definitely keep your advice in mind. I hope you will have a safe flight as well 🙂
@@Broderick85 no worries :) you got this!
Kyle, anyway for me to direct message, i am 40 years old, and I cry with tiny turbulence. I use to take Valium but stoped working now going to ask for Xanax.
Hey you can find me on Insta @exploringfox and send me a message!
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Good but I advise use beta blocker with xanx for high depression patients must ask your doctor
The fact is that airplanes can crash but no reason to be afraid because that makes the airplane want to crash so pretend that you don't care or enjoy crashing and you won't crash.
I take a dramamine and klonopin and I'm knocked out, and could care less about what happens at that point. I have to be very medicated.
He's taking it the wrong way. He mentioned taking one while boarding and the rest while in flight which doesn't make any sense. In order to mitigate your fear of flying you need to address the anticipatory anxiety about your trip, and this happens hours or days before when you begin ruminating about flying. The way to take benzos before flying is to achieve peak plasma concentration before you board your plane. Most benzos like Xanax are fully effective an hour to two hours after you ingest it, so taking it while boarding it is more psychological than therapeutic. Start taking them the day before and maintain a level dose based on the benzo's half life that you're taking. So Xanax every five hours, Lorazepam every eight hours, etc. You want to be chill before you arrive at the airport!
Hey there! I do pretty well to manage my anxiety until cruising altitude, so about an hour after boarding the plane :)
@@exploringfox Interesting. Most people with fear of flying developed anticipatory anxiety days before their actual trip. The issue with taking a benzo when you're already anxious is developing an association between anxiety and the pill you're taking. If you can take the edge off way before the flying pageantry takes effect you'll have a much more relaxed experience. When you're already super anxious Xanax, Ativan, etc will only do so much.
How much Xanax helps you? I took 3 mg for my last flight and I was so anxious I got off before take off :’(
I’m sorry you feel so anxious. I would advise getting some counseling which has helped me immensely. I think a combined approach is nominal.
I’m 16 and last time I went flying I had a sever panic attack and I’m just looking for a solution. Is this something that would work? How do you get it do I just speak to a doctor
Stone Muzza no do not take benzos. Stay away from them. It makes you feel good but it is a very dangerous drug. Look it up. Do not ruin your life at 16 for a stupid pill.
Rose Olives yeh thanks for the advice. I decided not to get them a while ago. I’d rather get rid of my irrational fears then take drugs like you said can ruin life’s
I am extremely careful to only use the medication in the prescribed way. I never even touch the Xanax except for when I am having anxiety. If you begin to use it too often then stop.
I saw this video and immediately thought of that John Mulaney bit 😂
I just rewatched that last night 😂
I feel … different.