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Types of Anxiety Disorder Medication Medications are a great way to manage anxiety symptoms Psychologists have extensive experience in the use of drugs and are able to formulate appropriate prescriptions that will reduce the risk of side effects The typical treatment for anxiety disorders is threepronged and includes therapy exercise and medication SSRIs are the first choice of medications for treating anxiety can take up to several weeks to take effect SSRIs SSRIs are the drugs of choice for the majority of anxiety disorders The more recent SSRIs are less likely to cause adverse effects than older tricyclics and monoamine oxide inhibitors MAOIs or tricyclic antidepressants There are a variety of SSRIs have been FDAapproved to treat generalized anxiety disorder This includes fluoxetine aka Prozac paraxetine aka Paxil and sertraline aka Zoloft as along with citalopram aka Celexa These drugs can boost serotonin in the brain and may also help to boost norepinephrine or BDNF They are able to be used in combination with psychotherapy or on their own SSRIs can cause nausea or digestive problems but these side effects usually subside as the body becomes accustomed to the medication disorders anxiety behind how SSRIs are effective in treating anxiety is not understood fully However it is believed they hinder the reuptake process of serotonin from the postsynaptic neuron and increase the amount of serotonin within the synaptic gap This increases the signaling across the synapses which reduces anxiety symptoms SSRIs can reduce anxiety and the intensity of panic attacks They also can help with depression and other mental health conditions that are often associated with anxiety disorders They can be used with psychotherapy or cognitive behavior therapy to enhance their effectiveness Unlike some other classes of antidepressants SSRIs dont appear to be addictive However it is crucial to follow the prescriptions of your doctor precisely If you suddenly stop taking your medication it can cause discontinuation syndrome and anxiety symptoms to return If SSRIs are not suitable for your needs your doctor may look into a different kind of antidepressant such as nefazodone or mirtazapine These medications are also effective but carry more risk of having side effects than the newer SSRIs SSRIs can interact with certain foods such as dairy products eggs red meat and some fruits and veggies If you are taking these medications it is a good suggestion to avoid these food items Additionally it is recommended that you do not drink alcohol while taking SSRIs since it can make it more difficult to deal with certain side effects Benzodiazepines Benzodiazepines enhance the calming effects of certain chemicals in the brain and nervous system They function by enhancing the effects of a neurotransmitter known as Gammaaminobutyric Acid GABA that inhibits the activity of nerves These drugs can be effective in treating anxiety insomnia and other mental disorders However they can be addictive and should only be used for short durations of time under medical supervision Benzos are dangerous if taken recreationally or in combination with other substances like alcohol When someone is suffering from anxiety disorders they often resort to medication as their first option However its not the only option Talk therapy or psychotherapy has also been shown as an effective method to decrease anxiety disorder symptoms There are a variety of psychotherapies that can help and improve your life but the most wellknown and effective is cognitive behavioral therapy CBT This type of psychotherapy teaches you how to change your thinking and behavior so that you dont feel stressed as much The most commonly used benzodiazepines are alprazolam Xanax chlordiazepoxide Librium diazepam Valium Clorazepate Tranxene as well as the lorazepam Ativan and quazepam Dalmane They all share similar physical properties but each has its own distinct side effects and pharmacological profile Clorazepate for instance is more effective at treating seizures compared to other benzodiazepines Lorazepam on the contrary is more effective in treating anxiety disorder s as compared to quazepam While benzodiazepines are efficient they are not advised for longterm use due to the fact that they can trigger physical dependence and tolerance In addition they can cause withdrawal symptoms if you stop taking them suddenly such as a pounding heart sweating and shaking The symptoms can be unpleasant and last for a few weeks However they can be minimized when you reduce the medication slowly Benzodiazepines are highly addictive and should be used only for a brief period of period of time Most often it is not more than four weeks During this period youll have to be vigilant about your heart rate and blood pressure to ensure you dont suffer an extreme withdrawal reaction Consult your physician if you are considering the use of a benzodiazepine Betablockers Betablockers are a type of medication that is used to treat anxietyrelated symptoms They prevent adrenaline from binding to beta receptors in your nervous system which prevents the hormone from triggering physical responses such as heart palpitations and tremors These medications are typically used to treat high blood pressure and other cardiovascular issues but they can also be prescribed for offlabel use in cases of anxiety When you feel anxious your body releases a chemical dubbed Adrenaline This chemical signals the body to prepare itself for fight or flight Adrenaline is a binder to beta receptors in the heart and brain and causes your heart to beat faster and may cause other physical reactions Betablockers are the name of a class of medication that is used to treat hypertension and various heart diseases they work by preventing the binding action of adrenaline which reduces your heart rate and blood pressure In contrast to SSRIs and benzodiazepines that take weeks or months to produce a noticeable improvement in your symptoms betablockers work quickly This makes them a good alternative for those who require immediate relief from anxietyrelated symptoms for instance those who need to deliver an address in public or take planes They are also a good option for people with anxiety and chronic heart conditions such as atherosclerosis and congestive heart failure Although betablockers are effective in alleviating physical symptoms of anxiety they fail to treat the root of the condition Therefore they are usually used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that incorporates counseling and lifestyle modifications They are useful for people who have tried medication for anxiety but found it to be ineffective or had intolerable side effects Propranolol and atenolol as well as other betablockers are available Your doctor will determine which betablocker is best for you based on your medical history and health status These medications can cause side effects such as low blood pressure or fatigue It is crucial to discuss the options for treatment with your doctor MAOIs Monoamine oxide inhibitors MAOIs were created in the 1950s as an antidepressant work for certain anxiety and depression disorders However they arent utilized as often as SSRIs or other antidepressants due to the requirement for strict dietary restrictions and the potential for interactions with other drugs Some MAOIs can be taken by mouth in tablet form while others such as Emsam are available in the form of a transdermal patch thats applied to the skin each day MAOIs interfere with the actions of MAO and increase the amount of serotonin as well as norepinephrine within the brain These neurotransmitters play a part in sleep mood and appetite as also in sexual function MAOIs also have antianxiety properties However they are more likely to trigger side effects than TCAs and SSRIs and come with warnings in boxes for suicide Your doctor may prescribe additional medications or treatments to manage your symptoms in addition to the MAOIs listed below For instance a betablocker such as propranolol is often prescribed to alleviate physical symptoms of anxiety Your doctor may recommend relaxation techniques or other home remedies to alleviate your symptoms Iproniazid was the first MAOI discovered in 1952 as part of research into tuberculosis It was quickly discovered that it could be a moodenhancing drug and is regarded as the first antidepressant medication Typically MAOIs can only be employed when other antidepressants fail to work since they can cause serious adverse effects that require immediate medical attention It can cause a dangerous reaction that can result in high blood pressure if you take an MAOI while eating foods that contain tyramine Tyramine is present in a variety of cheeses and red meats as well as in fish shellfish and some dietary supplement The symptoms of this serious reaction include a throbbing headache nausea vomiting and a rapid heart rate MAOIs can also interact with other medications and trigger extreme side effects like suicidal thoughts and behaviors Before prescribing MAOIs your physician will discuss with you what foods you need to avoid He or she will tell you to stay clear of eating food items that contain tyramine when you are taking the medication They will also provide an inventory of food that is safe to eat when taking MAOIs This food guide can help you stay clear of MAOIrelated side effects