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Medications For Anxiety Disorder and Depression Medications help many people manage anxiety but theyre not the only option Psychotherapy and exercise can be powerful treatments too Certain antidepressants can treat anxiety as well as SSRIs such as citalopram Celexa and escitalopram Lexapro and fluoxetine Prozac paroxetine Paxil and sertraline Zoloft Others such as histamine blockers like Vistaril hydroxyzine can also provide relief Antidepressants Your doctor might prescribe medication to treat depression Antidepressants one of the most commonly prescribed drugs are available in a variety of kinds The type of medication your doctor prescribes depends on the severity of your symptoms and any other medical issues you have and the goals of your treatment Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors SSRIs and serotoninnoradrenaline reuptake inhibitors SNRIs are among the most commonly prescribed antidepressants They alter the way nerve cells within your brain communicate The drugs increase the number of neurotransmitters that are present in your brain which improves your mood and anxiety It can take up to several weeks for antidepressants to start working therefore be patient Benzodiazepines are also prescribed by your doctor to treat anxiety or depression panic anxiety disorder are fastacting and can be used to reduce depression and anxiety symptoms within a short amount of time Benzodiazepines include alprazolam lorazepam and others They block the action of adrenaline and noradrenaline which are hormones involved in the fight or flight response Monoamine oxidase inhibiters are an antidepressant type older that is effective in treating anxiety and depression They are typically prescribed to patients who havent responded to other antidepressants They also require dietary changes to prevent hypertensive reactions caused by the amino acid tyramine If youre taking a prescription antidepressant tell your doctor about any other medications youre taking such as supplements and vitamins You may have to decrease the dose if other medications interfere with how antidepressants work or if they cause negative side effects If youre worried that youre experiencing thoughts of suicide get assistance right away from a health care professional You might have different symptoms for depression and anxiety or you could have a comorbidity of anxiety and depression People with comorbid anxiety and depression have a poorer medical prognosis than those with only one disorder Some psychiatric medications have been found to be particularly effective in treating both disorders in people with comorbid depression and anxiety Benzodiazepines Benzodiazepines can relieve anxiety symptoms like alprazolam clonazepam chlordiazep diazepam lorazepam and diazepam These drugs act on the central nervous systems benzodiazepine receptors which are proteins that consist of five transmembrane components that create a benzylchloride channel in the central The benzodiazepine receptors also possess an association site for the inhibitory neurotransmitter gammaaminobutryic acid type A GABAA The benzodiazepines inhibit nerve activity by increasing levels of GABAA Benzodiazepines have a rapid start of action but they pose a risk for dependence and addiction Antipsychotics and antidepressants as well as anticonvulsants and buspirone have a slower onset of action but are still better for longterm use as they dont cause tolerance or addiction Depression can be comorbid with anxiety disorders and antidepressants can aid in reducing the symptoms of depression that are a result of anxiety Many people suffering from depression suffer from an amalgamation of anxious and depressive symptoms They will need to combine medication with talk therapy to control their symptoms In these cases benzodiazepines may be employed for a brief period to manage anxiety or depression symptoms while other medications work Typically these medications are prescribed for only several weeks at a time and are not prescribed daily When taking benzodiazepines over a long period of time can lead to withdrawal symptoms such as shaking and sleeplessness and insomnia so these drugs should only be taken according to the instructions of your physician If youre thinking of taking benzodiazepines inform your doctor about any past dependency or substance abuse issues as well as any other mental health problems you have Your doctor can talk to you about possible side effects and recommend other medications if needed to treat depression If youve never used benzodiazepines in the past or are taking them in excess they can lead to grave and sometimes fatal complications If you are nursing pregnant or have a history of liver disease or digestive or respiratory problems your doctor may require lower doses or limit the time you are treated with these drugs Alcohol can interact with benzodiazepines and can increase the chance of developing side effects and dependence therefore you should avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking these medications Betablockers Betablockers are an option to treat anxiety symptoms They are a different kind of drug than benzodiazepines such as Xanax and they are able to block receptors that adrenaline binds They also reduce the activity of the nervous system and brain They can be utilized as an alternative to benzodiazepines that are more addictive and carry a higher dependency risk Beta blockers which lower blood pressure and slow the heart rate are commonly prescribed to treat heart ailments They can also be helpful for treating anxiety However they arent specifically approved by the FDA for the treatment of anxiety disorder These drugs are used offlabel to treat anxiety disorders They are a good option if other antianxiety medications dont work or have unacceptable adverse side consequences They are particularly effective in cases of performance anxiety and social anxiety in which physical symptoms can be experienced in situations that cause anxiety They can also be employed in combination with other treatment methods such as CBT or SSRIs They are especially effective as an alternative therapy for people suffering from GAD GAD is characterized by constant and recurring anxiety that affects daily activities They can also help manage physical symptoms of anxiety such as a racing pulse or increased sweating Betablockers may help reduce physical symptoms of anxiety they dont address the underlying mental issues that cause the anxiety They are designed to supplement other treatments such as SSRIs or benzodiazepines Before you start taking betablockers it is essential to talk to your doctor about your medical history and any other health issues The use of these medications has been linked to a reduction in psychiatric hospitalisations and suicidal behaviour however the outcomes vary according to the specific psychiatric diagnosis and past psychiatric history Additionally they are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events in certain patients There are a few natural products that have betablockerlike properties however they arent as effective as prescription medications These include antioxidants as well as garlic saffron and potassium These natural supplements are not entirely comprehended Certain of these products can cause serious adverse side effects so its best to consult a doctor before taking these supplements Monoamine oxidase inhibitors Monoamine oxidase inhibitors MAOIs are used to alter the way that your brain functions They block an enzyme called monoamine oxide that breaks down chemicals such as serotonin norepinephrine and other chemicals that allow brain cells to communicate with each other By blocking monoamine oxidase MAOIs help to keep more chemical messengers in your brain which improves your mood through improved brain cell communication These drugs are also effective in treating anxiety disorders This includes anxiety as well as mixed depression and anxiety states However they are not as effective in pure anxiety states and may not help with panic attacks The effectiveness of MAOIs has been due to the fact that they raise levels of norepinephrine dopamine and serotonin in the brain These neurotransmitters naturally produced in the body and released into the bloodstream where they are transported to nerve cells and serve as messengers The first antidepressant to be developed in the 1950s was Iproniazid which blocked monoamine oxidase This led to the development of other MAOIs like tranylcypromine or isocarboxazid These have been around for decades to treat depression MAOIs are usually prescribed after other types of antidepressants such as tricyclic antidepressants or serotoninnorepinephrine reuptake inhibitors have been tried without success Because they can have interactions with food and drugs and can lead to a serious withdrawal syndrome if stopped suddenly MAOIs are typically only utilized for patients who fail to respond to other treatments A newer MAOI called MAOAA a selective irreversible inhibitor is being researched for its use in treating depression that is resistant to treatment It is not recommended to use in bipolar disorder since it may trigger manic symptoms Selegiline a brand new MAOI also known as Zelapar or Eldepryl has been studied for Parkinsons treatment It blocks monoamine oxidase but does not affect other enzymes that break down levodopa the primary treatment for Parkinsons These drugs can be taken as a standalone treatment or in conjunction with other antidepressants In certain patients MAOIs may cause a reaction involving increased neuromuscular excitability and hyperreflexia This can manifest as muscle twitching eyelid twitching and other signs These reactions may be more common when the drugs are consumed with certain foods like aged cheeses or cured meats