Yes, many people with lupus experience severe anxiety and panic attacks. Here are some treatments mentioned in the knowledge base:
1. Paxil (Paroxetine)
- Approved for depression, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Common side effects: nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, anxiety, loss of Show Full Answer
Yes, many people with lupus experience severe anxiety and panic attacks. Here are some treatments mentioned in the knowledge base:
1. Paxil (Paroxetine):
- Approved for depression, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
- Common side effects: nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, anxiety, loss of appetite, blurred vision, and sweating.
- Rare but serious side effect: serotonin syndrome.
2. Prozac (Fluoxetine):
- Approved for major depressive disorder, bulimia nervosa, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
- Common side effects: nausea, skin rash, dizziness, drowsiness, insomnia, anxiety, loss of appetite, and sweating.
- Rare but serious side effect: serotonin syndrome.
3. Lexapro (Escitalopram):
- Approved for major depressive disorder in adults and adolescents.
- Common side effects: drowsiness, problems sleeping, dizziness, nausea, stomach upset, gas, heartburn, constipation, decreased sexual interest or ability, weight changes, dry mouth, and ringing in the ears.
- Rare but serious side effect: serotonin syndrome.
4. Zoloft (Sertraline):
- Approved for major depressive disorder in adults.
- Common side effects: nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, rash, headache, sexual dysfunction, dry mouth, and weight loss.
- Rare but serious side effect: serotonin syndrome.
5. Celexa (Citalopram):
- Approved for depression.
- Common side effects: nausea, constipation, diarrhea, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, trouble sleeping, dry mouth, weight changes, and increased sweating or urination.
- Rare but serious side effect: serotonin syndrome.
Additionally, meditation techniques can help ease anxiety by training the mind to stay in the present and reduce fear-based thinking.
August 1, 2024
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