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Anxiety Treatment Medications

Psychotherapy and medication can aid people suffering from anxiety disorders. Benzodiazepines such as Xanax, Klonopin, and Valium are used to treat anxiety.

Antidepressants can also help with anxiety. SSRIs like citalopram and fluoxetine work by preventing nerve cells in the mind from reabsorbing serotonin. This chemical can affect mood.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines (benzos) are powerful medications that are effective in treating anxiety, and they work very quickly. They are also physically addictive and carry significant safety risks when used for a long time. For this reason, they should always be prescribed and taken under the guidance of a doctor. They are useful as an "as needed" treatment for panic attacks and other severe anxiety attacks. Benzos can be used in combination with psychotherapy, antidepressants and other medicines to treat anxiety disorders.

Benzos can be extremely effective in treating anxiety for a short time, and they help you sleep well. However, they can be dangerous when used in excess, and are not recommended for use in conjunction with other drugs. When combined with sedatives such as alcohol or opioid pain medication, benzodiazepines could increase the risk of overdose and even death. They also can interact negatively with certain antidepressants and cause severe withdrawal symptoms.

When prescribed by your doctor, benzodiazepines can be effective and safe when treating anxiety disorders. Many doctors are cautious when prescribing them because they can lead to addiction and adverse side effects, like memory loss. Long-term use of these substances can trigger severe withdrawal symptoms and those who become dependent are often unable stop taking them without suffering severe side effects such as depression and seizures. The key to long term benzo use is to prescribe them only to those who might benefit from their use, and using them in clinical settings that are likely improve anxiety symptoms, avoiding long-term use or abrupt withdrawal and reducing the chance of abuse, and using them in conjunction with effective psychological intervention.

Anxiety medications, including benzodiazepines, can reduce anxiety by blocking certain nerve signals and stopping them from being activated in the brain. These drugs can assist you in sleeping more comfortably and feel less stressed but they can't fix the root issue that's causing you anxious (like the rising cost of costs or a relationship that isn't working).

Exercise, meditation, and yoga are all natural methods to reduce anxiety. Other treatments include cognitive behavior therapy, where you learn to overcome irrational fears or anxiety.

Antidepressants

SSRIs also known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors are a good option for people suffering from anxiety, as they work with the brain to control mood. However, they may take between four and six weeks or more to begin working. If someone doesn't feel better in the time frame, they should talk to their doctor about changing medications.

Newer antidepressants like mirtazapine and nefazodone, are also effective in treating anxiety. They can be more effective in comparison to older drugs such as venlafaxine and XR. However, it's important to note that these medications can cause a severe reaction in some people. If they experience this reaction it is recommended that they seek urgent medical attention or contact healthdirect at 1800 022 222 for a chat with an experienced nurse (known as NURSE-ON-CALL Victoria).

MAOIs are a different kind of antidepressant that can be used to treat anxiety. They block the actions of enzymes that breakdown brain chemicals, including noradrenaline and dopamine. This allows levels of these chemicals, which can have a positive effects on mood, to increase. MAOIs are typically reserved for those who do not respond to other kinds of antidepressants, however they can be very effective in treating anxiety.

Tricyclic antidepressants are amongst the most effective antidepressants that treat anxiety. They are similar to SSRIs in the way they treat anxiety and other mental disorders, but they are less prone to negative side negative effects. These medicines start at a low dose, and their effectiveness improves as the dosage is increased. Tricyclics may be effective for treating panic disorder, anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder, but they are less likely to help with generalized anxiety disorder.

Buspirone, a newer antidepressant is also used for anxiety. It functions as an a mild tranquilizer, however it doesn't cause the same negative side effects as benzodiazepines. It does not affect coordination or memory. It is a way of increasing serotonin levels in the brain, and reducing dopamine. The drug can be effective for up to 70% of people who take it. As the drug is taken longer, the risk of side effects to diminish. Talk therapy, like cognitive behavioral therapy and exposure therapy, can be used in conjunction with these drugs to improve the effect.

Buspirone

Buspirone is a medication used to treat anxiety disorders. It is taken orally, usually twice a day. It's not a controlled drug however it does have potential for abuse.

Doctors don't know exactly how buspirone works, but believe that it decreases the amount of serotonin as well as its actions in specific areas of the brain. This makes the nervous system less sensitive to stress and anxiety.

Buspirone is generally considered safe by doctors for the vast majority of people. It's generally regarded to have a lower level of toxicity and a smaller risk for addiction than benzodiazepines or barbiturates. Like other drugs, it may cause side effects. The most frequent ones are dizziness and nausea. Buspirone can interact with other supplements, medications, and ingredients. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of these prior to beginning the drug.

Your doctor may prescribe the dose you need to take if are over 65. This is because people who are older tend to react differently to drugs than younger people. This is especially true for drugs that affect the nervous system.

It's also essential to inform your doctor if you're taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), linezolid (Zyvox) or Phenelzine (Nardil) or selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar) or tranylcypromine (Parnate). Buspirone may increase the amount of these drugs in your body, leading to serious adverse side negative effects.

You should also let your doctor know if have liver disease, kidney illness, stomach issues or are pregnant or breastfeeding. Certain medicines, like SSRIs, may not be suitable for you in these circumstances.

Your doctor might prescribe an alternative treatment when buspirone fails to work or when you are unable take it due to a medical condition or because of an interaction with a different drug. This could be a different type of antidepressant like Lexapro or Prozac or beta blockers, such as propranolol; or a benzodiazepine, such as Xanax. The PIL for each drug will provide more details on the best way to take it and possible adverse reactions.





Other Medicines

In addition to medication there are other options to help alleviate anxiety. Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, is one of the options. Psychotherapy can teach you how to manage anxiety and change your ways of thinking. Other options include learning relaxation techniques, a regular workout routine, and avoiding drinking and using drugs. Some people find relief from anxiety-related symptoms by taking herbal medications. If these alternatives don't work, speak to your doctor.

The two main types of drugs used to treat anxiety. Benzodiazepines, like Ativan (lorazepam), enhance the activity of gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA, in your brain, which helps to increase calmness. They can help you feel better quickly however they can become addictive when used long-term. Antidepressants require longer time to work but they can balance the levels of certain chemicals in your brain, called neurotransmitters, that influence your mood.

SSRIs are the most commonly used antidepressants for anxiety. They increase the level of serotonin, a chemical messenger in your brain, which may improve your mood and make you feel less anxious. Serotonin Norepinephrine Reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are a different antidepressant that stops the reabsorption of serotonin as well as norepinephrine from your brain. This raises levels of these chemicals in your body, which makes you feel more energized. A third class of antidepressants known as monoamine oxide inhibitors, or MAOIs, is sometimes used to treat anxiety in those who aren't responsive to SSRIs.

There are a myriad of other medications often used to treat anxiety, including azapirones (such as buspirone) as well as beta- and alpha-blockers, antihistamines (such as hydroxyzine) and clonidine. These medications have a lower percentage of success than SSRIs or benzodiazepines.

Although medication can be an effective treatment for anxiety, it shouldn't necessarily be used. Non-drug treatments can be more effective if there is an underlying cause for your anxiety such as eating disorders, debt or a bad relationship. Other options include cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) biofeedback (which teaches you how to control your brain waves using a monitoring device), and mindfulness meditation.