Should not be used with certain pre-existing medical conditions, such as asthma, congestive heart failure, diabetes, vascular disease, hyperthyroidism, and angina pectoris. Social Phobia PTSD OCD Blocks the effect of an important brain chemical, preventing the break- down of serotonin and noradreniline. Celexa Desyrel Effexor Luvox Paxil Prozac Serzone Zoloft Panic Disorder OCD Social Phobia GAD Affects the concentration of serotonin, a chemical in the brain thought to be linked to anxiety disorders. May take 2-4 weeks to work. Medicines used to manage anxiety disorders are grouped based on their chemical properties.
Most anxiety disorders respond best to a combination of medication and other treatments.
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