SELECTIVE
SEROTONIN REUPTAKE INHIBITORS (SSRIs)
Selective
Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) Selective
Serotonin Re-uptake inhibitors are the latest in the treatment
of anxiety disorders. They are used in the treatment of panic
disorder, depression, OCD and other challenges usually require
one does per day. They are now the most widely used drugs on planet
earth. Studies have show a great improvement in individuals using
the medication. Some common side-effects do include nausea, sexual
difficulties and nervousness. s
Example
medications:
Celexa,
Desryl, Fluvoxamine,
Paxil, Prozac, Serzone,
Zoloft , Lexapro
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SERETONIN-NONREPINEPHRINE
REUPTAKE INHIBITORS (SNRIs)
Serotonin-norepinephrine
Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRIs) –
In addition to serotonin, SNRIs act on the brain chemical norepinephine.
Example
medications:
Effexor
& Wellbutrin
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ANTICONVULSANTS:
Anticonvulsants
were used for years in the treatment of epilepsy. Research has
now shown anticonvulsants can be helpful in treating panic attacks
and other psychiatric challenges and improve mood stabilization
Example
medications:
Neurontin
Valproic acid
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Other
Sedatives/Hypnotics
Sedative
and hypnotics are drugs which slow down functions. Examples are:
tranquilizers and sleeping pills. Their effects range from calming
down anxiousness to promoting sleep.
Benzodiazepines
are
sedative and hypnotics. (see Benzodiazepines)
Example
medications:
Ambien,
Lunesta, Sonata,
Rozerem
The
list of Anti-anxiety medications:
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Actual
dosage must be determined by the physician.
BENZODIAZEPINES
Ativan
(Lorazepam)
Ativan
is an anti-anxiety sedative in the
Benzodiazepinesclass. It is used in the treatment for the
symptoms of anxiety or anxiety associated with depressive symptoms.
Some people suffering with insomnia due to anxiety may find this
drug to be beneficial. The doctor may start you on 2 to 3 milligrams
per day or at bedtime.
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Centrax
Centrax
is a Benzodiazepine which enhances
the function of GABA and can help to calm the symptoms of General
Anxiety GAD, Panic Disorder and Social Phobia. It is fast-acting
and can make someone start to feel better within a couple days
of treatment. Centrax and other benzodiazepines are potentially
habit-forming and can cause drowsiness.
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Dalmane
(Flurazepam)
Dalmane
is a Benzodiazepine and a hypnotic
agent that can be used to treat some of the symptoms of anxiety
- though it is
also used in the treatment for insomnia characterized by difficulty
in falling asleep and/or nocturnal awakenings.
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Klonopin
(Clonazepam)
Klonopin
is an anticonvulsant Benzodiazepine
used primarily in the treatment of seizure disorder but may also
be used in the treatment of panic disorder and depression. Klonopin
tablets have a K-shaped perforation in them. It is believed to
work because of its ability to enhance the activity of GABA, the
major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system.
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Librium
(Chlordiazepoxide hydrochloride )
Librium
is a Benzodiazepine. It is used
in the treatment of anxiety disorders or for the short-term relief
of they symptoms of anxiety. It can also be used for withdrawal
symptoms of alcoholism.
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Paxipam
(Halazepam)
Paxipam
is a Benzodiazepine used
in the short-term treatment of anxiety. Doctors sometimes use
it to relieve anxiety before surgery as well as the control of
agitation used by alcohol withdrawal. Halazepam is not commercially
available in the United States.
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Restoril
(Temazepam )
Restoril
is a Benzodiazepine used in the
treatment of insomnia and sometimes used as a hypnotic sedative
to relieve symptoms of anxiety.
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Serax
(Oxazepam)
Serax
is one of the first benzodiazepines.
It is used in the short-term management of anxiety, tension, irritability,
agitation and anxiety associated with depression.
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Tranxene
(Also known as Clorazepate and Azene)
Tranxene
is a Benzodiazepine used in the
short-term treatment of anxiety, nervousness and tension associated
with an anxiety disorder. It has also been used to relieve the
symptoms of acute alcohol withdrawal as well as certain types
of seizures. Tranxene works by balancing the chemicals that cause
anxiety, withdrawal symptoms and seizures. The usual dosage your
doctor might prescribe is 30 milligrams in small doses.
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Xanax
(Alprazolam)
Xanax
is a Benzodiazepine used in the
short-term relief of mild to moderate anxiety, nervousness, tension
(related to anxiety) and may be used to treat panic and depression.
It has been also prescribed to help tremor, agoraphobia and certain
symptoms of PMS. Xanax doesn't stay as long in your body as Valium
does.
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BETA
BLOCKERS
Inderal
(Propranolol)
Inderal
is a beta blocker used in the management
of symptoms in anxiety, panic attacks, phobias and aggressive
behavior. It can also be used in the treatment of various medical
problems such as high blood pressure, migraines, irregular heartbeats
and to prevent a second heart attack.
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Tenormin
(Atenolol)
Because
Tenormin is a beta blocker used in
the management of symptoms in anxiety, panic attacks, phobias
and aggressive behavior. It can also be used in the treatment
of various medical problems such as high blood pressure, migraines,
irregular heartbeats and to prevent a second heart attack, This
specific drug can also be prescribed to help treat abnormally
rapid heart rhythms and stimulate the pace of the heart.
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Azaspirones
BuSpar
BuSpar
is an antianxietyAzaspirone medication
that has some of the properties of a Benzodiazepine It is used
for the short-term relief of generalized anxiety disorder. It
does not exert anticonvulsant or muscle relaxant effects.
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MONOAMINE
OXIDASE INHIBITORS
Eldepryl
(Selegiline Hydrochloride)
Eldepryl
is Monoamine-oxidase inhibitor (MAOIs). Edepryl
also helps to conserve dopamine in your system. It is used sometimes
in the treatment of anxiety if other treatments have failed. It
is also used for treating Extrapyramidal Movement Disorders.
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Marplan
(Isocarboxazid)
Marplan
is a Monoamine-oxidase inhibitor (MAOIs) used
as an antidepressant which is non habit forming. It is usually
administrated in 10-mg tablets. It is used to treat some forms
of anxiety (such as panic and/or phobic symptoms) as well as major
depressive disorder.
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Nardil
(Phenelzine)
Nardil
is a potent MAO inhibitor especially helpful
for people who have panic disorders in which other treatments
have failed. It is also used to treat depression and Parkinson’s
Disease.
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Parnate
(Tranylcypromine
Sulfate)
Parnate
is a Monoamine Oxidase inhibitor in the antidepressant
class working to increase chemicals in your brain to help treat
panic disorder, OCD, social anxiety disorder, symptoms of depression
and insomnia. It is sometimes recommended as an alternative to
Nardil which has different side effects.
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SSRIs
Celexa (Citalopram
HBr)
Celexa
is an FDA-approved selective serotonin reuptake
inhibitor similar to Prozac, Paxil, etc.
It
is used to help treat panic disorder, OCD, depression, Post Traumatic
stress disorder and social phobia. With it's minimal side effects
it is sometimes a favorable drug in initial treatment of anxiety.
Higher doses are usually issued for OCD.
Lexapro is unique in that it was created based on an advanced technique. Lexapro was developed by isolating the medicinal component of CELEXA® (citalopram HBr)
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Lexapro (Escitalopram Oxalate)
*Has been sold as Cipralex
Lexapro is a well tolerated selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Lexapro was created and developed by isolating the medicinal component of CELEXA (citalopram HBr)
Lexapro appears to relieve the symptoms of depression and anxiety by increasing serotonin with minimal effect on many of the other chemicals in the brain. . It takes about 1 to 2 weeks
to show results. It is prescribed for depression and generalized
anxiety disorder.
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Desryl
(Trazodone
HCl)
Desyrel
(Desirel) is an antidepressant (chemically unrelated to Tricyclics
or other known antidepressants) used in the treatment of general
anxiety disorder and depression.
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Effexor
(Venlafaxine)
Effexor
is an antidepressant which has been effective in the short-term
treatment of patients with GAD (generalized anxiety disorder)
without MDD (major depressive disorder). It's also used to treat
depression.
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Wellbutrin,
Wellbutrin SR, Wellbutrin XL (Bupropion)
* Another form of Bupropion
called, Zyban, helps people quit smoking.
Wellbutrin
is often prescribed for major depression. There is a risk of seizure
with WELLBUTRIN XL. Wellbutrin tends to have a somewhat stimulating
effect.
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Fluvoxamine
Maleate
* Also sold as Luvox, Faverin
Fluvoxamine
is a prozac-like serotonin reuptake inhibitor
(antidepressant / anti-obsessional medication) used widely
for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) but currently
and gradually being used to help treat other anxiety-related disorders
and depression. Because hypochondriacal neurosis (Health
Anxiety) is very similar to OCD, Fluvoxamine may help it.
According
to the New England Journal of Medicine, Fluvoxamine works well
in relieving anxiety disorders in children and teenagers. With
it's minimal side-effects, Fluvoxamine
is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in
children.
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Paxil
(
4 Paroxetine HCI)
Paxil
is a fairly new serotonin reuptake inhibitor
antidepressant which are issued to some people suffering from
GAD. It's chemical structure is unrelated to other selective serotonin
reuptake inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressant agents. It is
also a good medication in the treatment of major depressive episode.
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Prozac
(Fluoxetine
Hydrochloride)
Prozac
is one of the world's most widely prescribed antidepressants.
Prozac is a serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
Prozac significantly reduces the symptoms of panic disorder, OCD,
phobic symptoms, anxiety and depressive symptoms, hypochondria,
and has little side effects in comparison with other antidepressant
agents. It is a serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
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