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 | Antidepressant medications are one of the most popular treatment options for panic disorder. As the name implies, antidepressants were first used to treat major depressive disorder. It later became apparent that this type of medication could be used to treat many other mental health and medical conditions. Antidepressant medications are now prescribed for the treatment of migraines, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic disorder (with or without agoraphobia), and other conditions. Learn more about the different types of antidepressants and how they can help with the symptoms of panic disorder. | |
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
MAOIs can assist in the treatment of depression, panic disorder, and other conditions. As one of the first types of antidepressants available, MAOIs do have many dietary restrictions and other precautions. Despite their limitations, MAOIs remain a safe and effective option in the treatment of panic disorder. Here will find an overview of MAOIs, including how they are used to treat panic, common side effects, and contraindications.
| Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCAs)
Initially developed in the 1950s, TCAs are a type of antidepressant medication often prescribed to treat mood and anxiety disorders. TCAs work to balance several naturally-occurring chemicals in the brain, which can help in improving mood, stabilizing sleep patterns, and decreasing feelings of anxiety. Find out more about TCAs through this overview that explains how TCAs treat panic, typical side effects, and common precautions to consider.
| Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs)
Due to their safety, effectiveness, and fewer side effects than other types of antidepressants, SSRIs are often preferred over MAOIs and TCAs. SSRIs work to help balance a person's serotonin levels, a neurotransmitter in the brain that is believed to be imbalanced for people with panic disorder. SSRIs can assist in reducing the frequency and intensity of panic attacks, lowering anxiety levels, and treating and co-occurring symptoms of depression. Learn more about SSRIs, including common types of SSRIs and how they are used to treat panic disorder.
| Antidepressants and Suicide Risk
Over the past several years, attention has been raised to the potential link between antidepressant use and suicide risk. Research case studies first revealed this problem in 2007, prompting the FDA to issue a black box warning for all antidepressants. Through this warning, the FDA cautioned that antidepressant use possibly leads to increased suicidal thoughts and behaviors, especially for children, adolescents, and young adults taking these medications. Here you will find more information about this black box warning, signs of worsening depression, and where to get help.
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