Suggest Medication For Panic Attacks Despite Taking Gabapentin

Posted on Fri, 25 Mar 2016

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Question : Hi I suffer from PTSD, severe anxiety, panic attacks and agoraphobia and I can't get into see a psychiatrist for more than a week I been waiting awhile to see one and I'm having a severe panic attack I been trying grounding myself but nothing is working the only meds I have left is Zoloft and gabapentin but nothing is working I don't know what to do

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (30 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Consultation

Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question to HCM.

I'm sorry you're having panic attacks. That is truly a horrible experience. I think there is a short term solution prior to you seeing your doctor in a week. I would take a bit extra Gabapentin, as this has got anti anxiety properties also . You can even double the dose, this would be safe. I would advice to give this a try.

Please let me know if you're having any further queries .

Regards
Dr. Sheppe

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