Panic attacks
The goal of treatment is to help you function well during everyday life. A combination of medication and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) works best.
Antidepressant medications called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are most commonly prescribed for panic disorder. These include:
Other medications that may be used include:
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