Trying to get off valium slowly and suboxone

[nevergiveup1]

I have chronic panic disorder, depression and chronic pain and really need support in tapering off valium and suboxone they are prescribed legally but I have been on valium since 1997 and opiates and suboxone for pain management since 2000.  I lately have gotten really bad with my anxiety and have an appt with a psychiatrist and usually take all meds as directed but lately I have been really leaning on valium more because of chronic panic and fear.  I live alone and right now currently pretty much due to another health condition stay at home a lot.  I am a member of n.a. and believe in God and the 12 steps.  My question is what is the best anti depressant for someone who is "panic" prone because I had to stop Wellbutrin because it not only caused insomnia which I deal with too but it makes me more "edgy".  A PILL is not the answer for our problems but I am really tired of the merry go round.  I need an anti depressant that I can take at night (trazadone tried no thank you) that will help with depression and anxiety during the day so I can take valium as needed.  It's gotten really bad and cannot get into a specialist till the end of June. So I want to be prepared.  I'm not a quitter and not ashamed of anything.  I used to be a really out going social butterfly type and now most days I have to literally lean on God and force myself out of bed and I won't lie and say some days I don't get up except to do the household chores and take care of my cat and responsibilities.  But even every day tasks like shopping are becoming irritating.  

[atthebeach]

Long term use of a benzo can actually make the anxiety worse.
As can long term opiate use can cause more pain (hyperalgesia).
Have you asked your doctors for a taper plan?

[my_mayberry]

You might find it beneficial to also check out the anxiety forum. Valium would certainly need a taper because of your length of use, but I suppose I am confused as to why you would even be coming off it. Has a doctor directed you to?

[gnarly_1]

Hi and welcome to the forum....well both sub and valium need to be tapered off of  how much sub are you on??? and how much valuim??? let us know so we can help you......just know there is life after pills
.............................................Gnarly.........................................