I have awful panic attacks from anxiety. What medicine should i ask for to help with anxiety?

I would give meditation, relaxation and counseling another try before poisoining myself with Ativan. That medecine will put you on a downwards slope. Physical workouts are very good, either swimming or exercice in a gym. Listen to music, go and see a movie, join a self help group. But believe me dear, stay away from Ativan. Good luck!

You'll have to do more research and check with your doctor on all these, but here are some ideas to get you started. SSRI's, and similar drugs, like Paxil, Lexapro, Cymbalta, etc. can be an option, but you'll probably have to go through months of trying different ones, adjusting dosages, etc. and be aware that withdrawal if you miss doses or quit taking them suddenly can be very dangerous. I recommend them as a last resort only. Benzodiazepines like Xanax, Ativan, Klonopin, Restoril, and Valium can be very effective for anxiety, but are highly addictive and can cause other problems in the long run. An alternative to benzos that is being looked at is niacinamide, which is just a form of vitamin B3 and is over the counter, is being looked at as an alternative to benzos. See this article - http://www.bukisa.com/articles/54436_an-over-the-counter-alternative-to-benzos-for-anxiety-xanax-klonopin-ativan-valium-restoril Omega-3 fatty acids(especially in high doses) can also be effective in mood disorders. Lithium Orotate is a low dose alternative to prescription lithium and can have beneficial effects on many brain and psychological disorders. There are many other herbs, supplements, vitamins, homeopathics, flower essences, gem elixirs, and essential oils that can be of great benefit.

I am with Terra Nostra . This is my own experience that medicines make you dependent of them. It feels like you are getting into a sort of trap.

Unfortunately, practitioners are sometimes too much in a hurry to medicate you. Psychotropic drugs are very addictive, and in a very short time, you might find yourself having to deal with your anxiety AND addiction. Furthermore, anxiety is NOT a disease. It is a normal reaction to our stressful way of life. Good luck!

Try to find a hobby that relaxes you. Something that takes your mind off of everyday stress. If your having frequent attacks you might want to try some natural medication for anxiety relief. Stay away from synthetics, they are easy to get addicted to. Here something you could try http://herbs4cures.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=1470623 its a natural remedy for immediate anxiety attack relief.

Patients aren't the ones who decide which medicine is best-- the doctor does (in spite of what the ads tell you). All you have to do is ask about treating the anxiety.

There is free help for anxiety that is different than anything out there. Check out www.thehatchedegg.com Amy Furbee is an anxiety sufferer that has broken free. Good luck to you! Patrice

I work in health care and I have noticed that a lot of people with Anxiety take prescribed antidepressant medication. Antidepressant medication is not just prescribed for depression but it can also decrease severity of symptoms of anxiety such as panic attacks, muscle aches, help with sleep problems etc. The good thing is that they are not addictive (although it has side effects if suddenly discontinue use). There are also benzodiazepines (e.g. valium) but these are highly addictive. Sleeping medication is also addictive and actually can result in insomnia in the long run. I was reading another comment about marijuana use, and marijuana can actually cause full blown panic attacks in some people. You never know what marijuana will do to you, I would avoid it as it could make the problem worse.

Xanax, Ativan, and Valium are a few medications that could help you with your anxiety