“Are antidepressants effective for panic attacks?”
I have panic attacks. Are antidepressants effective for panic attacks?
3 Answers
Some anti-depressants (in specific classes) are effective for treating panic disorder. The best way to address this is to consult a psychiatrist, who specializes in assessing and prescribing for this type of symptom.
Yes, they have been shown to decrease baseline anxiety, which over time can decrease the frequency of panic attacks
Yes, several are FDA-approved for panic disorder. They serve to reduce the frequency and intensity of the attacks.
