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What is the treatment for extreme panic attacks and delusions?
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I have been put on Citalopram with a starting dosage of 5mg. for anxiety / panic attacks. I have had  extremely bad worsening panic attacks and delusions for a week.  I was told to increase to 10mg which made the symptoms worse. I think this is the wrong med for me ...any suggestions?Lauri 43 5' 169lbs   no other meds with excellent health history up to this point.  I am suffering from anxiety panic attacks especially near the onset of my cycle.
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare magic,Citalopram is a drug which is widely prescribed for anxiety and panic attack. It usually takes at least 4 weeks to start showing any improvement. So my suggestion is to wait for the drug to show its effect before getting worried.I would also recommend to check your thyroid status especially if you are gaining weight recently and has any hair loss. Meanwhile ensure sleep hygiene and do some relaxation techniques which can bring down anxiety.Hope I have answered your queries. Feel free to write if you need further clarifications. Get well soon.