panic disorder

[Aquamarine111]

Hi I was diagnosed with panic disorder at 18 years old. I got on Lexapro and it saved my life then I got off it, a few years later the panic disorder came back then I got on Effexor. It saved my life, now it’s been three years later and my panic disorder is back so I think the Effexor has stopped working and I am currently weaning off of it now going to start Zoloft 50 mg. Anyway, I was wondering if anyone switched their antidepressants and if it was a success for you, I wake up every day with derealization and this adrenaline anxiety that won’t go away then my panic attack will usually come out of nowhere usually in the evening or in the middle of the night. Feels like I’m gonna have a seizure when I’m having them very scary feeling and just want to feel better let me know your success stories by switching medication’s.

[Lifesearching]

I’ve never taken meds yet (due to my anxiety toward meds) but if I have had panic attacks at night I literally called 911 and they drove to my place to check my blood pressure free of charge but not sure if that varies by state. I hope you find the peace you need🥺🙏🏽or if I call them they can answer my questions since I live alone I hate handing panic attacks alone but calling 911 or 988 helps me

[Weatherwoman]

Of course, check with your doctor re. effects of going on & off different Antidep. Also, you might mention to your doctor re. a low dose Beta Blocker for Anxiety & Panic Disorder. I suppose the doctor's have checked your thyroid, and other physical causes which could contribute to Panic Attacks. It took years for me to get the proper diag. of Hyperthyroid, Mitral Valve Prolapse which contributed to my Panic Attacks. Am not blaming these physical problems, at all, as I've had Anxiety, A lot of Stress in my life, etc. which All contribute. Cannot separate mind from body one affects the other. I am still a "work in progress," and get quite anxious if alone & ilI -- most people would be anxious being alone & ill, but for us that have Anxiety Disorders, it's TEN Times Worse! Hugs, W.W.