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MrDudeMan2222
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Tripping the day after taking Xanax
#27385574 - 07/13/21 08:49 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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I've been tripping on 4-aco-dmt (usually 15mg) for my depression with great results. I had a bad trip a while back. Got so scared I checked into the hospital. It was bad because I took too much (3mg) and had covid. I DO NOT want that kind of trip again. I've been having serious anxiety lately. I'm thinking of taking Xanax the night before I trip to help avoid anxiety and having another bad trip. Will that make much difference in tripping?
Edited by MrDudeMan2222 (07/13/21 11:04 AM)
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Re: Tripping the day after taking Xanax [Re: MrDudeMan2222] 1
#27385605 - 07/13/21 09:12 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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Why the night before? What’s the thinking behind that?
If you’re going to use it anyways - I’d maybe consider keeping it in the room when you trip so that you have the psychological security of knowing if things go awry you can quickly and easily alleviate some anxiety & tension & dampen the trip altogether with a pill. Sometimes just knowing you have something that can do that for you is enough to stop oneself from panicking altogether. Hopefully that’s the case for you because relying on sedatives for one’s anxieties towards tripping and during it is a slippery slope - plus it implies not the best mind set - and further reinforces that less than helpful mind set. But I get that not everyone’s always in the same place in life - so I’m not scorning you for it, just saying to be careful, it’s an addictive habit forming chemical. Up to you to figure out what’s best. You know you better than I.
I find mushrooms, for myself, to be a better anxiolytic than a sedative could ever be, and without any of the same unfortunate side effects that sedatives can bring. Most of it comes down to learning how to let go and relax regardless of what occurs during the trip, I find that either just comes naturally or takes a little practice - and then it comes naturally. Any Difficult experiences had while tripping can be managed and integrated during the trip or afterwards in a way so that it’s no biggie & even potentially beneficial in some way. I had a nightmare a few days ago but I’m not trippin about it. Same for difficult fungi experiences. Both those and nightmares reflect something about something within or without me - so I just look at that and take it in stride.
Good luck either way 
Either way it’s less expensive than going to the emergency room for when having difficulties during a psychedelic experience. In which case they likely just give you a talk, a sedative, and a big bill.
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Edited by The Blind Ass (07/13/21 09:22 AM)
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Re: Tripping the day after taking Xanax [Re: MrDudeMan2222]
#27385623 - 07/13/21 09:23 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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I could be wrong but honestly I don't really see how taking xanax the night before would prevent any potential negative experience. Although I suppose there could be some lingering effects that dull or soften your trip to some degree.
But I agree with BA -- just go into it normally and keep the xanax on standby just in case. Like Blind said, perhaps just even psychologically knowing that you have a "parachute" to pull in case of any bad trip, that will give you the extra confidence to send your experience in the right direction.
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Edited by Niffla (07/13/21 09:25 AM)
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Re: Tripping the day after taking Xanax [Re: Niffla]
#27385721 - 07/13/21 10:45 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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No, Xanax is a short acting benzo. The night before is not going to help anything. Just keep the Xanax handy if you start to freak out again.
I like taking the high doses. The whole experience, it’s like you can’t have the sweet without the bitter.
I think your supposed to have that anxiety cuz your tripping and it’s going to level out and you will find your groove.
Are ya picking up what I’m dropping?
How much mushrooms you eating bro?
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Re: Tripping the day after taking Xanax [Re: Enjoil]
#27385727 - 07/13/21 10:48 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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A candy bar is really good for freak outs also! I was freaking out one time and my dude gave me a funsize snickers bar. It was hilarious! I forgot what I was freaking out about.
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Re: Tripping the day after taking Xanax [Re: Enjoil]
#27385754 - 07/13/21 11:03 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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It's actually 4-aco-dmt (shoulda led with that. I've edited the original post to reflect that). 15mg usually. Last times was 3mg.
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Re: Tripping the day after taking Xanax [Re: MrDudeMan2222]
#27385782 - 07/13/21 11:18 AM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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Well I have no idea now. Lol. Do you smoke that? I would still not eat Xanax the night before. Keep that for emergencies…. Like dude said, just knowing that you have a few bars on hand will give you a bit of comfort. I would say just try not to eat em. have fun and be safe brother.
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Re: Tripping the day after taking Xanax [Re: Enjoil] 1
#27386178 - 07/13/21 04:38 PM (2 years, 6 months ago) |
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I think Blind Ass and Niffla have some good advice.
I agree that mushrooms affect me in the same way as an anxiolytic does, but if you're concerned you could always have some Xanax on hand just in case. I found with myself that was enough to ease my subconscious.
There's definitely something to be said about anticipation anxiety. It's kind of like how you can induce a panic attack by worrying about having a panic attack. Try to trust that if it happens you'll be prepared in the same way you are every other day. That helps me, anyways.
I wouldn't bother with taking it the night before, not if it's just for helping with the trip. They're too habit forming and I think the cost versus reward just isn't worth it. Xanax starts to kick in very quickly, like within 15-20 minutes or so, and has a pretty quick half life. I think it'd be better to just have one on you in case of an emergency.
Good luck and stay safe!
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