Anxiety: Medications

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  • Beta blockers

    12/22/06, MayoClinic.com

    Beta blockers treat high blood pressure, glaucoma and migraines. Learn more about these drugs.

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  • Should I take medications to treat panic disorder?

    11/10/06, Healthwise

    Panic disorder is a mental condition in which you have repeated, unexpected panic attacks and constantly worry about having another attack. A panic attack is a sudden feeling of extreme anxiety along with intense and frightening, but n

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  • Escitalopram

    05/18/07, Healthwise

    You may have thoughts about suicide when you first start taking an antidepressant, especially if you are younger than 24 years old. Your doctor will need to check you at regular visits for at least the first 12 weeks of treatment.

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  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - Medications

    07/27/06, Healthwise

    After you are diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), your doctor will likely prescribe antidepressants known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), such as fluoxetine (for example, Prozac). Antidepressants

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  • Antidepressant medicines used to treat OCD

    07/27/06, Healthwise

    Antidepressants improve mood by affecting the levels of a chemical messenger in the brain (neurotransmitter) called serotonin.

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  • Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors for social anxiety disorder

    08/27/07, Healthwise

    Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) affect brain chemicals (neurotransmitters) and reduce anxiety and depression.

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  • Central-acting agents

    12/22/06, MayoClinic.com

    Central-acting agents, also called central adrenergic inhibitors, treat several conditions, including high blood pressure.

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  • Herbal treatment for anxiety: Is it effective?

    03/05/08, MayoClinic.com

    Herbal treatment for anxiety is becoming increasingly popular. Learn about common herbal remedies.

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  • Alprazolam for PMS-related anxiety

    07/07/06, Healthwise

    Alprazolam is a high-potency benzodiazepine that depresses the central nervous system, causing a mood-elevating and sedative effect and relieving feelings of anxiety. This medication can be addictive.

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  • Tricyclic antidepressants for panic disorder

    11/10/06, Healthwise

    Tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs) affect certain brain chemicals (neurotransmitters) and reduce the number and severity of panic attacks associated with panic disorder.

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