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Suggest Remedy For Severe Anxiety And Panic Attacks When Intake Of Alprazolam Is Stopped

Hello I m 27 year male , married father of one baby , Suffering from anxiety , i had first anxiety in feb ,2012 then i started Alprazolam (Tab: ALP 0.2mg TDS) then after i went to work n i was feeling better but after 6 months in Sept again got same anxiety (panic attack ) i feel my half side numb , ears dim, bp increased upto 140 / 90 to 150 / 100 mmHg between this range . i cannt focus on the things again i stared ALP but when i skip one or two doses i feel same feelings again n again . actually i feel my self scred from the feelings when fear is there to prevent fear feelings recalled .... please help me Doctor how can i get rid off from such feelings completely.
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Hi,

You seem to be suffering from anxiety disorder. Although alprazolam helps in short term but it doesn't treat the condition. In long term, it leads to dependence. Suddenly stopping alprazolam will lead to withdrawal symptoms which will include rebound increase in anxiety.

You should seek a psychiatric consultation for your condition. Medications like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors will help you overcome your anxiety. You can also start relaxation training in addition. Another option is for cognitive behavior therapy, if some on trained in it is available in your area.

Best wishes.
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Suggest Remedy For Severe Anxiety And Panic Attacks When Intake Of Alprazolam Is Stopped

Hi, You seem to be suffering from anxiety disorder. Although alprazolam helps in short term but it doesn t treat the condition. In long term, it leads to dependence. Suddenly stopping alprazolam will lead to withdrawal symptoms which will include rebound increase in anxiety. You should seek a psychiatric consultation for your condition. Medications like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors will help you overcome your anxiety. You can also start relaxation training in addition. Another option is for cognitive behavior therapy, if some on trained in it is available in your area. Best wishes.