What is the best mdicine,when dealing and controlling svere Anxiety Atacks?

Question

Xanax, Klonopin, Zoloft, Paxil etc, or is there somrthing better that has a quik or even a rescue effort, when you need it soon

I have tried going off of meds and relapsed severely after three weeks. I need regulated back on meds

Celexa does sound promising, I havn't tried that one yet!

Sadly, I have been turned away from the ER, while having a bad attack, because they didn't take it seriously

Klonopin has been the best for me so far!

Answer 1

i would say calonipin. not sure if thats spelled right

Answer 2

Allot of people suffer from anxiety so you are not alone. For general anxiety take Atarax or the newer serotonin re-uptake inhibitor like Cylift. Atarax is used for anxiety but it also has a antihistamine effect. It is not recommended for longer than 4months continuous use. Cylift you can use long term. They are both safe non addictive medicines. For these type of medicines you need a prescription from your doctor. Do not take Lorazepam as it is highly addictive and I know lots of doctors love to prescribe it. First make sure you don't have a thyroid or adrenal gland problem as these and mild heart problems can give you the same symptoms. For the first two you can probably do a blood test. The heart you need to get checked out by a cardiologist. You might just have too many neurons. The electrodes in your heart conveying impulses. I also had anxiety and then they found out it is my neurons in my heart that is too many with strong impulses at the same time. (you do have many neurons in your heart but usually only one have a strong impulse at the time. If more than one has a strong impulse then it sort of confuses your heart and you are in an agitated state permanently.)

Answer 3

I had the same question and currently take celexa, but it did not work all of the time. I asked the same question of my Psychiatrist at the VA and he told me to try gabapentin (Neurotin) mainly used for restless leg syndrome and othe neuro problems. I have to say that if I am expecting a bad day of anxiety related stuff, or feel a panic attack coming on, I can take one and make it through no problem. It even helps to push me through a presentation without a panic attack. It is the bes thing that I had in a long time. I hope things work out for you.

Answer 4

How about assistance that involves no drugs?

I have nothing against people who take such drugs, but I have a feeling that they may come to rely on it, and if they don't have it, they might trigger another anxiety attack.

Here's what I found from my research into the matter (after having one!)....

First, these things come on because we are allowing our mind to go to places that they shouldn't go. Thinking of sad memories, creating painful future scenarios, dwelling on regrets from the past, and so forth.

Stop it. YOU are the boss of your mind.

Second, I have found that thinking on what I have to do tomorrow helps. Have a plan for the next day or week. It brings you into focus on something that is there and must be done. Otherwise, your mind is off in some structure-less place where it can be captured by anxiety. But when you say to yourself, "IN THE MORNING, I am going to get up and mow the lawn, then I'm going to...and then I'm going to...," for some reason it helps.

Third, I think most anxiety attacks happen at night, when we feel most vulnerable and alone. Get up and pray. Get up and read the scriptures. Focus on tomorrow. Make PLANS, Make PLANS, Make PLANS for tomorrow, next week, next month, next year. So you have something to live for, and look forward to.

The most important thing that happened to me was that the Holy Spirit spoke to me words that gave me confidence and courage. I was afraid that this world was all there was. That I would live and die...and that was all there was too it. No heaven. No EVER seeing my uncle and grandparents again. No eternal life. Etc.

Then the Holy Spirit brought to my mind these words that Jesus spoke when speaking of heaven.... "IF IT WERE NOT SO, I WOULD HAVE TOLD YOU."

That gave me great confidence! Jesus would have told us if it's wasn't real. What did that mean? It means I WILL see my Grandmothers again! I will see my precious uncle again! I will see other dear friends that have gone on forever! I will experience eternal life!

You get the idea.

God bless you!

Answer 5

I agree with JT, talk with your doctor. Medications work differently for each person and you may need to try a few different ones before you find one that works for you. Also, if the doctor prescribes something you are supposed to take on a regular basis, DON'T stop taking it if you feel better! This is a common thing that happens to us all, once you feel better you think you don't need the medication anymore. You don't realize that the medication is what is making you feel better. Also, read up on techniques to help yourself including "the feeling good workbook"-its kinda corny, but it really can help you change your thoughts. There are many different things you can read and or go talk to a therapist if you think it would work better for you. Just remember, everyone is different and you need to find what works for you!

Answer 6

Things like therapy, relaxation techniques, meditating, etc... are things that take time to learn. If you are in crisis, there is nothing wrong with taking medication! For panic attacks, it's usually paxil and xanax. And, definitely go to a psychiatrist, not just your regular doctor. While taking them, definitely learn tools to help you to cope and overcome. You absolutely do not want to rely on the meds for too long because your body WILL get used to them and it will be extremely difficult to get off of them.

Answer 7

i suffered from anxiety attacks and panic attacks and took paroxetine (paxil,seroxat,aropax) it worked wonders and i was better than ever! i decided to go off it but my anxiety came back. i went back on it but it didnt work as well as it used to so my doctor put me on a tri cyclic antidepressant aswell called dothiepin. i am now on both. they seem to be working fine. i sleep betta than ever! feel like a bit of a druggie being on two drugs tho! lol. xanax and other anti anxiety drugs have a quicker effect but i think doctors usually opt for an antidepressant as they actually work on fixing your brain and growing new brain cells. xanax apparently is very addictive. anyway your doctor will decide what is best for you and make sure you ask your doc lots of questions! good luck :)

Answer 8

I was having a serious "attack" and used EFT on it. I experienced immediate relief. This can be done in 2 minutes. And EFT can be learned in 10 minutes.

A moment of patience may result in a lifetime of benefit. Read up on it rather than just take pills all your life.

Answer 9

Paxil. I have taken several things and Paxil seems to work. Perhaps it would work for you. I can tell you that it makes you sleepy. I have a friend that takes it and an uncle also and it seems to do well. Good luck.

Answer 10

Please, ASAP, make an appt. to see your dr. about these meds. Zoloft is an antidepressant with anti-anxiety components to it. I don't know about the others. The dr. does. Meanwhile, if you get an attack, please feel free to call the medics to help you thru it, and if need be, you might need to go to ER to get evaluated, and a start on meds. Take care.

Answer 11

The most recommended drug therapy is a combination of Paxil and Xanax.