Taking AntiAnxiety Medications

Before taking medication for an anxiety disorder:

    * Ask your doctor to tell you about the effects and side effects of the drug.
 Tell your doctor about any alternative therapies or over-the-counter medications you are using.
    * Ask your doctor when and how the medication should be stopped. Some drugs can't be stopped abruptly but must be tapered off slowly under a doctor's supervision.
    * Work with your doctor to determine which medication is right for you and what dosage is best.
    * Be aware that some medications are effective only if they are taken regularly and that symptoms may recur if the medication is stopped. SameDayEssay.co.uk works 24/7 and provides best custom essays in the Web. Our prices are so low!

Antianxiety Medications
(All of these antianxiety medications except buspirone are benzodiazepines)

alprazolam                        Xanax
buspirone                       BuSpar
chlordiazepoxide  Librax, Libritabs, Librium
clonazepam                       Klonopin
clorazepate                  Azene, Tranxene
diazepam                        Valium
halazepam                       Paxipam
lorazepam                        Ativan
oxazepam                        Serax
prazepam                       Centrax

Medication will not cure anxiety disorders, but it can keep them under control while the person receives psychotherapy. Anti-anxiety Medication must be prescribed by physicians, usually psychiatrists, who can either offer psychotherapy themselves or work as a team with psychologists, social workers, or counselors who provide psychotherapy. The principal medications used for anxiety disorders are antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, and beta-blockers to control some of the physical symptoms. With proper treatment, many people with anxiety disorders can lead normal, fulfilling lives.

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Updated Thursday, October 12, 2006