JulieKac Posted July 2021
Update: Panic attack meds
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I spoke to my Father’s GP and explained that he had been suffering from constant anxiety and panic attacks. He said he would prescribe something mild to use up to 3/4 times a day only when my Father is having an attack!
The prescription arrived and it is for Lorazepam. The enclosed leaflet states that this med should not be used for patients suffering from severe breathing problems. I had explained to the doctor that the panic exacerbates his breathing problems so am surprised. The doc knows about his breathing problems as he gets prescriptions for inhalers.
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But if you have concerns, contact the GP and double-check. I did this once, about gout:
Self: I couldn't help noticing on the patient information leaflet the warning that this drug is contraindicated in patients with impaired kidney function, and I wondered if you might be concerned about that?
Doctor (calmly): no, I'm concerned about your mother's being in pain from her gout.
I doubt if your GP hasn't thought this through, but I'm sure he'll be happy to set your mind at rest. Be polite, and do more listening than talking.
If the panic attack exacerbates Dad's breathing issues, then providing medication to avoid or mitigate the panic attack will reduce the impact on Dad's breathing.