Panic disorder
- CBT + SSRI/SNRI are first-line
- Start antidepressant very low; titrate slowly
- Sertraline/fluoxetine/paroxetine common
- Venlafaxine is also effective
- BZD may bridge severe early symptoms
- Continue treatment after remission
Use at a glance
- CBT + SSRI/SNRI are first-line
Practical pearls
- Start antidepressant very low; titrate slowly
- Sertraline/fluoxetine/paroxetine common
Treatment options
- Venlafaxine is also effective
- Continue treatment after remission
Other practical pearls
- BZD may bridge severe early symptoms
Self-check
- How should antidepressants be started for panic disorder?
Very low; titrate slowly. - What is first-line treatment for panic disorder?
CBT + SSRI/SNRI.
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