Suggest treatment for panic attacks and insomnia
Patient: I've been having major panic attacks for almost a year now, but they are getting worse. It started when I was trying to stop drinking every night to go to sleep b/c I have major insomnia. I have had 911 dialed and just about to push call in case I was going to pass out, but having a drink or a glass of wine seems to be the only thing helping me.... what can I do to help me get over this? Doctor: Hi dear. I had gone through your query. I understand your concern. Panic attack define as sudden rise in anxiety and it can be last for few minutes to hours. It can be treated with medicine like combination of SSRI and benzodiazapine. Peroxetine/ sertraline/ escitalopram can be beneficial. Insomnia can be treated with medicine like lorazepam and clonazepam.But do take advise from your treating doctor before taking the medicine. Still if you have a query then feel free to ask. Happy to help you further. Thank you.