Dilated pupils?

[NatteAsbak]

Hello.

I've recently been diagnosed with panic disorder and have been treated with cipramil and benzodiazepines, which has helped alot (starting on CBT next week).

I have a question though: The last few days, when I was feeling really terrible and anxious, I've had dilated pupils. They were very large, even when there was strong light in the room. I stood in front of the mirror and leaned in close to the bathroomlight, and they were still really big - scared me to pieces!! I was feeling better yesterday and even better today, and they've since shrunken a bit, though they're still larger-than-normal. Is this normal? Is it because of the anxiety or the medication? Has anyone else experienced this?

Please help.

Love
Jarl, 18 years old.

[brokensoul]

Hi,
dont worry most antidepressant cause dilated pupils, though not its not often listed as a side-affect.:)

[NatteAsbak]

Hi broken.

Thanks for the reply! That was soothing:)