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Panic attacks are very sudden, discrete periods of intense anxiety, mounting physiological arousal, fear, stomach problems and discomfort that are associated with a variety of somatic and cognitive symptoms. The onset of these episodes is typically abrupt, and may have no obvious triggers.
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| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alprazolam | 113 | 44% | |
| Clonazepam | 57 | 22% | |
| Lorazepam | 40 | 16% | |
| Deep breathing and relaxation | 16 | 6% | |
| Paroxetine | 14 | 5% | |
| Sertraline | 14 | 5% | |
| Buspirone | 8 | 3% | |
| Escitalopram | 6 | 2% | |
| Fluoxetine | 6 | 2% | |
| Individual Therapy | 6 | 2% | |
| Relaxation Techniques | 3 | 1% | |
| Propranolol | 2 | 1% | |
| Valerian | 2 | 1% | |
| Xanax XR | 2 | 1% | |
| Biofeedback machine | 1 | 0% | |
| Citalopram | 1 | 0% | |
| Diazepam | 1 | 0% | |
| Eniva Vibe 2.0 | 1 | 0% | |
| Guanfacine | 1 | 0% | |
| Herbal Supplements | 1 | 0% | |
| Hydroxyzine HCL | 1 | 0% | |
| Nicotine | 1 | 0% | |
| Progressive Muscular Relaxation | 1 | 0% | |
| Quetiapine | 1 | 0% | |
| Topiramate | 1 | 0% |
Report created on November 07, 2009.