Drugs For Panic Attacks

The following antidepressants for panic attacks are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). These are often used as the first panic attacks treatment. Yow will find a brief discussion of anti-anxiety medication for panic attacks here.

Antidepressants help reduce anxiety or the frequency or severity of panic attacks.

Using drugs for panic attacks is very common, although there are natural ways for relief from panic as well. Always use drugs for panic attacks under the supervision of your doctor! Always consult with your doctor before you alter your medication or dosage levels. Severe withdrawal symptoms may occur if you suddenly stop taking some of these medications for panic attacks. Consult with your doctor first!

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Prozac

Also known as fluoxetine. Used to treat depression, anxiety disorders (panic attacks), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), a certain eating disorder (bulimia), and a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (premenstrual dysphoric disorder).

Prozac can help prevent suicidal thoughts/attempts. However, studies have shown that a small number of people (especially people younger than 25) who take antidepressants for any condition may experience worsening depression, other mental/mood symptoms, or suicidal thoughts/attempts. Therefore, it is very important to talk with the doctor about the risks and benefits of antidepressant medication (especially for people younger than 25), even if treatment is not for a mental/mood condition.

Some Side Effects are nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, anxiety, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, weakness, tiredness, sweating, or yawning may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

Paxil

Also known as paroxetine. Used to treat depression, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety disorders, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Side effects include: Nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, weakness, tiredness, dry mouth, sweating, yawning, or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

Celexa

Also known as Citalopram. Used to treat depression. Also used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder.

Side effects include: Nausea, dry mouth, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, increased sweating, blurred vision, or yawning may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

Lexapro

Also known as Escitalopram. Used to treat depression and anxiety.

Side effects include: nausea, dry mouth, trouble sleeping, loss of appetite, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, dizziness, increased sweating, or yawning may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor promptly.

Zoloft

Also known as sertraline. Used to treat depression, panic attacks, ocd, ptsd, social anxiety disorder and severe form of premenstrual syndrome.

Side effects include: nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, loss of appetite, increased sweating, drowsiness, diarrhea, upset stomach, or trouble sleeping may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Summary

There are a variety of prescription drugs for panic attacks. When used correctly, they can provide relief. However, there are natural, cost effective ways to over come panic and anxiety! Find out how to safely do it yourself – and throw out your drugs for panic attacks!

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