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Posted by Edgefield on February 25, 2004, at 17:39:42
Is there anyone who is dealing with panic disorder only who have found relief? What are you doing or taking? Anyone in Texas who can recommend an excellent pdoc?
Thanks!
Edgefield
Posted by KathrynLex on February 26, 2004, at 10:56:10
In reply to Panic disorder only?, posted by Edgefield on February 25, 2004, at 17:39:42
Hi Edgefield,
I have had panic disorder for about a year now. In December I started taking 10 mg of Lexapro, ever since increasing my dose to 15 mg I haven't had a single panic attack. It's been wonderful!
The other nice thing about Lexapro is that it's an antidepressant. I didn't realize it but the panic disorder had caused me to become depressed (withdrawn from friends, uninterested in activities I used to enjoy etc...) Lexapro has gradually given me my life back, and I'm very grateful.
You might also look in to Paxil. I didn't have a lot of success with it but everyone is different and there are some people who swear by Paxil.
Other meds for panic attacks: Xanax, Lorazepam and Klonopin. I've used all of them on an as needed basis (usually when I feel a panic attack coming on) and they work very well in helping me relax.
If you're anti-medication there are a lot of self help books on the subject. I tried one, it had a lot of useful information about Panic Disorder but the techniques for helping with a panic attack weren't helpful for me. It was called "An End to Panic" by Elzeke Zuercher-White. Another one that comes highly recommended by people is "Anxiety, Phobias and Panic" by Reneau Z. Peurifoy.
Panic disorder is awful to live with. I hope you find a solution that works for you. Best of luck!
K.
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