“Can medications help with panic attacks?”

Yes, medications can be effective in treating panic attacks. They are often used to help manage symptoms, especially in severe cases. Commonly prescribed medications include:

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs): Fluoxetine and Sertraline are typically the first choice due to their safety and efficacy.
Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs): Like Venlafaxine, they are also effective for anxiety disorders.
Benzodiazepines, Such as Alprazolam and Clonazepam, are used for rapid relief of acute symptoms but are generally recommended for short-term use due to the risk of dependency.
Medications are often more effective when combined with psychotherapy, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy.

Yes. We have several meds that can be very helpful when someone feels panic coming on. Jacqueline Olds MD

Yes, there are medications which treat panic attacks, though better outcomes with combination of psychotherapy

There are a number of medications that could be used to treat panic attacks. For the acute episodes benzodiazepines such as alprazolam, lorazepam and similars are first choice, but you also need to use SSRIs such a Prozac, Zoloft, Lexapro and similar drugs to treat them for a long time. I recommend you consult a psychiatrist for diagnosis and medications and work with a therapist with experience in cognitive behavioral therapy to complement the medication treatment.

Medications can help with panic attacks, along with psychotherapy.