“Should I take medications for panic attacks?”

Yes, if your daughter is experiencing anxiety or frequent anger, it`s a good idea to consult a doctor or therapist for guidance and support.
If you have any further questions or need more clarity, please consult with a psychiatrist. If you`re in Texas, we welcome you to reach out to www.MidCitiesPsychiatry.com, we`re here to help you.

Panic attacks can be frightening and debilitating. Trying to control them from overwhelming your life is not easy. Therefore, one option can be being evaluated for medication if more traditional ways are not as effective. Panic attacks could actually mean you have a panic disorder. However, medications are not a cure or a fix all, you are still required to do the hard work. Breathe work techniques helps us focus on relaxing, practicing a well balanced diet and a consistent exercise routine with a good sleep hygiene all improve symptoms of anxiety. Besides, having a consultation with a psychiatrist for medication, you can always rule out possible natural remedies as well for any panic concerns.

Yes, because the more panic attacks you have, the more you are going to have. The fewer panic attacks you have, the fewer you are going to have. Further, even after the panic symptoms have passed, most people are left with a heightened level of anxiety for a few to several hours. The standard of care is that one suffering panic attacks try an antidepressant from the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor family (SSRI's) that include Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft, Celexa, and Lexapro or take an antidepressant out of the serotonin reuptake inhibitor and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor family (SNRI's) that include Effexor, Cymbalta, Pristiq, and Fetzima to accomplish prevention of panic attacks and to make panic attacks less intense, less frequent, and of shorter duration.. The medication options to address a panic attack at the moment include Xanax out of the family of benzodiazepines or a beta-blocker such as propranolol. There is no more quickly acting oral medication than Xanax for a panic attack, but benzodiazepines taken frequently enough can lead to tolerance and dependence (and thus addiction), and daily benzodiazepine use has been linked to a significantly increased risk of Alzheimer's dementia. A beta-blocker is slower and less potent than Xanax but is safer.

It depends on the severity. I suggest seeing a psychologist for an evaluation.

If considering medication management as an option, it's best for you to work with your doctor to discuss your options.

Yes you can take medication for panic attacks but I would recommend to see psychotherapist for cognitive behavioral therapy first before trying medication. Thank you