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Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

SSRIs are the majority of often-prescribed anti-anxiety medicines. They can help alleviate the signs of mild to severe anxiety. They are safe and have fewer adverse effects than other anti-anxiety medications.

Examples of SSRIs include:

Beta blockers

Beta-blockers are medications that reduce the pressure on your heart and blood flow. They can also aid in treating migraines, anxiety, and other diseases. They can be used as an anti-anxiety drug for treating anxiety symptoms. 

Examples of beta blockers include:

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines are typically used for the short-term treatment of anxiety due to their potential for addiction. FDA has approved benzodiazepines for treating anxiety disorders. 

We do not prescribe controlled substances. Learn more about our controlled substances policy.

Examples of medication in the benzodiazepine drug class include:

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Other drugs

• BuSpar (buspirone) - BuSpar (buspirone) is an azaperone that can be prescribed to treat anxiety disorders.

• Amitriptyline - Amitriptyline is a medication under the drug class tricyclic antidepressants. Tricyclic antidepressants increase serotonin levels in your brain, which helps elevate mood. A doctor prescribes this medication for depression and anxiety disorders.

• Cymbalta - Cymbalta is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) that is an antidepressant medication that can be prescribed to help with mood regulation and treat anxiety disorders.

• Isocarboxazid (Marplan) - Marplan is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI), an antidepressant medication that can be prescribed to treat anxiety disorders.

Please work with our healthcare provider to determine which works best for you.

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors

SSRIs operate by improving the working of nerve cells in the brain that govern mood. Signals transmit information among your brain cells. Neurotransmitters are the messengers that carry these signals. One kind of neurotransmitter is serotonin.

When signals are transmitted to each nerve cell, a small amount of a neurotransmitter is released to allow the message to be sent.

Then, they retrieve the neurotransmitter they delivered to deliver the next signal. The restoration of the neurotransmitter is referred to as reuptake.

SSRIs raise serotonin levels in the brain as it blocks nerve serotonin reuptake. More serotonin accessible in the neuron synapse implies that signals may be sent more easily. Serotonin is responsible for a happy mood in human beings. 

SSRIs are most often used to treat depression, anxiety, and phobias.

Beta-blockers

Beta-blockers work by preventing the body from producing adrenaline and noradrenaline. This will allow you to have better control over your senses in stressful situations. They relieve strain on your heart and soothe your nerves. They can be used to treat:

• Migraine - Metoprolol and propranolol are two drugs that come under the beta-blockers category that treat migraine. 

• Glaucoma - This condition builds pressure within the eye and rises due to fluid accumulation. Doctors frequently prescribe beta-blocker eye drops to lessen the pressure built up in the eye due to fluid.

Benzodiazepines

Benzodiazepines boost the effect of neurotransmitters such as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter that delivers calming signals to the body.

Nervousness results in overstimulation in the brain of a person. When people use benzodiazepines, their brains transmit signals to compensate for the overstimulation. This can help to alleviate anxiety symptoms.

In all, benzodiazepines are sedatives that can help calm your mind and effectively treat symptoms of anxiety.

However, benzodiazepines are controlled substances with potential addiction and substance abuse. As such long-term benzodiazepine use is typically not recommended by the prescribing doctor. Our doctors do not prescribe benzodiazepines.

Side effects of anxiety medication

When taken as prescribed, anxiety medications are generally well tolerated. However, they can still cause some side effects.

The more common side effects of anxiety medication include the following:

SSRI side effects

• Dry mouth 

• Dizziness 

• Blurred vision 

• Nausea 

• Headache 

• Sexual dysfunction

• Weight gain 

• Stomach pain 

• Increased blood pressure

Beta-blocker side effects 

• Low blood pressure 

• Extreme fatigue 

• Cold hands 

• Difficulty in breathing 

• Weight gain 

• Sleep problems 

Benzodiazepine side effects 

• Addiction 

• Difficulty in sleep

• Loss of concentration 

• Headaches 

• Upset stomach 

• Fatigue 

• Blurred vision 

• Confusion 

• Dizziness 

• Severe withdrawal symptoms - this happens if you come off the benzodiazepines suddenly

The common side effects vary from patient to patient. In rare cases, anxiety medication may cause serious side effects. These can include:

• Bleeding 

• Heart problems 

• Lung problems 

Call your doctor if you experience any of these side effects, as they may be life-threatening.

Anxiety medication risks

Anxiety medication is generally safe, but there are some risks if you have other medical conditions or take certain medications.

Before you take a prescribed anxiety medication, be sure to tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions or issues:

• Asthma 

• Epilepsy 

• Current or past physical dependence (addiction) to any drug 

• Current or past opioid drugs use

• Pregnant 

• Kidney issues 

Anxiety medication drug interactions 

When you begin a new medication, tell your doctor about any other medications, supplements, or herbs you take. Some medications that might interact with anxiety medication include:

• 5-hydroxytryptophan: Itis used to treat anxiety in many patients worldwide. If it is taken with other SSRI medications, it may result in serotonin syndrome. 

• Ashwagandha: This Ayurvedic supplement reduces anxiety and stress while improving sleep. It may, however, exacerbate benzodiazepines sedative impacts.

• Rhodiola rosea: This herbal supplement may help with minor anxiety. While using Rhodiola rosea alongside anti-depressants, cases of serotonin syndrome and other adverse effects have been recorded.

• Alcohol: Be careful and do not drink alcohol when taking benzodiazepines. Alcohol can function as a central nervous system depressant and impact normal breathing.