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.

Symptom severities

Severe	66
Moderate	90
Mild	95
None	126

What patients with Phobic disorder report taking for the purpose of treating Panic attacks

What patients with Phobic disorder report taking for the purpose of treating Panic attacks

Reason	# Patients	Percentage of patients
Clonazepam	48
Xanax	45
Alprazolam	27
Lorazepam	16
Zoloft	14
Deep breathing and relaxation	9
Klonopin	8
Lexapro	7
Prozac	6
Ativan	6
Paxil	6
Propranolol	4
Relaxation Techniques	4
Alprazolam XR	3
Paroxetine	3
Effexor XR	2
Rivotril	2
Psychiatrist	2
Buspirone	2
Diazepam	2
Salipax	2
Xanax XR	2
Valium	2
Pindolol	1
Psychiatrist (med management)	1
Midazolam	1
Imipramine	1
Psychotherapy	1
Medication Management	1
Meditation	1