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There probably isn't one single best medication because anxiety has multiple causes.
People often prescribe benzodiazepines, including Xanax, Ativan, and Klonopin for treating generalized anxiety disorder. Sometimes people also prescribe antidepressants, including SSRI's, as anxiety and depression are closely related.
However, the benzodiazepines and other medications that directly treat anxiety, show no evidence of helping in the long-term, and may even cause harm. They do not address the root causes of anxiety, and they can become addictive, and cause a greater rebound of anxiety symptoms when the user comes off the drug. They are only effective and suitable for very short-term use.
There are a number of herbal medicines to treat anxiety. Most of these medicines are not as potent or strong as the prescription drugs on the market, but they are safer and have fewer side-effects. They range from relatively safe herbs like chamomile and lemon balm, which can be consumed as beverages, to more potent ones like passionflower, which are usually only used for medicinal use. These herbs have not been studied as thoroughly as prescription drugs. However, they are not subject to the same allegations of corruption due to the profit motive that can potentially cloud pharmaceutical research and lead to publication bias and other problems.
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∙ 14y agoEveryone's brain chemistry is a little bit different. The best one for you is the one that your physician and you determine works the best in your case.
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∙ 13y agoPaxil is rather effective for depression and anxiety.
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∙ 10y agoPaxil or Lexapro. Test for the correct dosage.
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Is alprazolam a anti-inflammatory medication?
No it is not an anti inflammatory drug. It is used for anxiety and panic disorders
What tranquilizers are used to treat anxiety in someone who has autism?
I am not an M.D., but I have sufferd from Panic Disorder for over 30 years, due to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. For general Anxiety Disorders to Panic Disorder, drugs in the Benzodiazepine family are most commonly used. Diazapam (Valium) is the most prescribed drug for anxiety, but it is ineffective against Panic Disorder, the most severe--and potentially dangerous--form of anxiety. A drug commonly prescribed for panic is Clonazepam.Since Autism varies in degree of severity, I would think that anxiety would follow suit; that is, from common anxiety to the most frightening form of panic. Therefore, CONSULT WITH YOUR FAMILY DOCTOR!Tquiller111@comcast.net
Can it help with panic attacks and agoraphobia?
In my personal opinion, "Panic Away" is the best program for most people who have panic attacks and general anxiety.
What is the difference between panic disorder and anxiety attacks or arent there any?
PANIC DISORDER is just a way of lableing someone who has anxiety attacks.A PANIC ATTACK is just a more intense form of an anxiety attack. Avoiding these situations is the best way to eliminate these feelings.
What are some good books about panic disorder?
Some good books about panic disorder include "Don't Panic: Taking Control of Anxiety Attacks" by R. Reid Wilson, "The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edmund J. Bourne, and "When Panic Attacks: The New, Drug-Free Anxiety Therapy That Can Change Your Life" by David D. Burns. Each of these books offers insights, strategies, and techniques for managing panic disorder effectively.
What people suffer more from drug abuse?
Due to their attempt to stop their attacks or ease their anxiety level people with anxiety problems or perhaps even panic attacks suffer from more drug abuse. People who have anxiety attacks may over indulge in alcohol or drugs to "fit in" with their peers.
How would someone suffering from anxiety learn to control panic attacks?
Someone suffering from anxiety can learn how to control their panic attacks by learning the signs and symptoms of panic attacks and learning relaxation techniques and how to control breathing. You can learn more about anxiety and panic attacks at the WebMD website.
What is Lexepro used to treat?
The drug Lexapro, or escitalopram oxalate, is an antidepressant used to treat depression and anxiety in adults. It can sometimes be used to treat Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, social anxiety, and panic attacks, as well.
How can one prevent panic and anxiety attacks?
A person who suffers from panic and anxiety attacks suffers from an anxiety disorder. The best way to prevent these attacks is to stay calm and take deep breaths when feeling like an attack may be coming on. A lot of self coaching can be proactive in preventing these attacks.
What is the best drug to treat social anxiety disorder?
Weed is the best drug because it calms you down. and mellos you out weed makes you feel dumb in front of others and highly paranoid. It does not help with anxiety in anyway.
What is the definition of hyper anxiety?
It is a severe type of anxiety or shall we call the panic stage.
What kind of tablet is placida?
Placida is an anti-depressant drug. It is also used to treat panic and anxiety disorders where one get the feeling of doom lurking during the attack.
