Anxiety can steal all of your joy from life. However, it doesn't have to. There are many medications that can effectively treat anxiety. Here are five medications used to treat anxiety.
Lorazepam
Lorazepam, also known as Ativan or Temesta, is from the benaodiazepines class. It works by slowing activity in the brain, allowing the patient to person can relax. It is taken 2 to 3 times daily. This medication is habit forming and a tolerance can develop over time. It is intended for short term use, and should not be taken for more than four months. This medication has been found effective for help people cope with high anxiety situations they may encounter. It will help people stay calm, but can make staying focused slightly more difficult. One to two mg doses are typically taken twice each day.
The potential side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness, weakness, dry mouth, diarrhea, nausea, appetite changes, restlessness or excitement, constipation, trouble urinating, blurred vision, changes in sex, drive, shuffling walk, fever, trouble breathing/swallowing, yellowing of skin or eyes, irregular heartbeat, and persistent fine tremor.
Xanax
Xanax, or Alprazolam, is from the benaodiazepines class. It decreases abnormal excitement in the brain. The pills are extended release tablets which can be taken 2 to 4x a day. This medication is habit forming. The directions should be followed carefully, and the medication should not be stopped suddenly. Xanax has been found to be effective at reducing anxiety and periods of stress. Most people have found that it does not leave them feeling drowsy or unfocused. Zanax is usually taken 3 times a day, and the dosages are typically.25 to.5 each time.
The potential side effects include drowsiness, headache, dizziness, talkativeness, dry mouth, changes in sex drive, constipation, weight changes, joint pain, light-headedness, tiredness, irritability, difficulty concentrating, increased salivation, nausea, changes in appetite, difficulty urinating, seizures, skin rash, depression, confusion, unusual changes in mood or behavior, coordination and/or balance problems, shortness of breath, hallucinations, yellowing of the skin or eyes, memory problems, speech problems, suicidal thoughts.
Lexapro
Lexapro is also known as Escitalopram Oxalate. This medication is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. It works by increasing serotonin to help with mental balance. It is available as a tablet or liquid, and should be taken once a day. It may take between one and four weeks to really begin seeing improvement. This medication should not be discontinued suddenly. Patients found that it helped ease anxiety, reduce agitation levels, and generally improved overall mood. The suggested dose is between ten and twenty milligrams.
The side effects include nausea, constipation or diarrhea, drowsiness, changes in sex drive or ability, dizziness, stomach pain, increased sweating, heartburn, dry mouth, increased appetite, excessive tiredness, flu-like symptoms, sneezing, runny nose. More serious side effects include unusual excitement, fever, sweating, and confusion, fast or irregular heartbeat, hallucinations of severe muscle stiffness.
Symptoms of overdose include nausea, tremor, vomiting, sweating, dizziness, drowsiness, seizures, fast or pounding heartbeat, confusion, forgetfulness, coma (loss of consciousness for a time), tremor, and fast breathing.
Effexor
Effexor (Venlafaxine) is an extended release tables used to treat anxiety. The tablet can be taken two or three times a day, at around the same time every day. Doses are usually started at very low levels and then gradually increased. This medication has to build up in your system, so it can take between six and eight weeks to start seeing the full benefits. The medication should not be discontinued without first speaking with your doctor. Withdrawal symptoms can occur if the medication is stopped suddenly. Withdrawal symptoms include anxiety, sadness, frenzied or frantic excitement, trouble either falling asleep or staying awake, agitation, confusion, irritability, lack of coordination, nightmares, vomiting, diarrhea, sweating, seizures, ringing in the ears, dry mouth, loss of appetite and burning, tingling, electric shock-like feelings or numbness in any area of the body. Patients found that this medication helped to alleviate depression as well as anxiety. Some people saw results and improvements within the first week of taking this medication, although this will not be the case with all consumers. Recommended doses usually range between 75 mg daily and 225 mg daily.
Possible side effects from normal use of this medication include weakness or tiredness, headache, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, heartburn, dry mouth, loss of appetite, uncontrollable shaking of any body part, muscle tightness, yawning, hot flashes or flushing, difficulty or frequent urination, sore throat, chills, signs of infection, ringing in the ears, drowsiness, dizziness, nightmares, vomiting, constipation, gas, burping, change in ability to taste food, weight loss, experiencing pain, burning, numbness, or tingling in any area of the body, twitching, sweating, changes in sexual desire or ability and enlarged pupils.
Serious warnings include rash, itching, chest pain, seizures, small purple spots on the skin, changes in vision, fever, hallucinations, problems with coordination, fever, seating, confusion, severe muscle stiffness and fast or irregular heartbeat, eye pain or redness, unusual bleeding or bruising, chest pain, and hives.
Paxil
Paxil is a long-lasting medication that needs to be taken once a day. It can be taken in the mornings or the evenings, with or without food. It should be taken around the same time every day. Doses are typically started low and gradually increased as needed. It typically takes a few weeks to begin seeing the improvement. It should not be taken with some herbal or nutritional supplements, including St. John's wort and tryptophan. Paxil is effective at dealing with both mild and severe anxiety. The recommended dose is 20 milligrams, given once a day and increased based need.
Possible side effects include headache, weakness, dizziness, difficulty concentrating, forgetfulness, nervousness, confusion, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, nervousness, diarrhea, constipation, gas, heartburn, stomach pain, decreased appetite, changes in sex drive or ability, sweating, yawning, dry mouth, weight loss or gain, runny nose, sensitivity to light, cough, pain in the muscles or joints, muscle weakness or tightness, dental problems, unusual dreams, painful or irregular menstruation, lump or tightness in throat, and flushing.
The following are serious side effects and should be reported to your doctor immediately. They include blurred vision, hallucinations, rapid or pounding heartbeat, chest pain, seizure, difficulty breathing, fever, sweating, fast or irregular heartbeat, confusion, tiny red spot directly under the skin, uncontrollable shaking, signs of infection or serious illness, unsteady walking, muscle twitching or jerking that cannot be controlled, body parts that are tingling or feel numb, difficult or infrequent or painful urination, vagina pain or swelling, erections that are painful and last for hours, flu-like symptoms, hives, skin rash, itching, swelling of the face or extremities, trouble breathing or swallowing, red blood in the stools, bloody vomit, hoarseness, stools that are black and vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
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