A few nights ago, I had this anxiety attack that lasted most of the night. I went to a walk-in clinic, my doctor was unavailable, and was given Lorazepam to help when I feel the attack coming on. I seems like I need to use it every other day or so.
I did some research and found out that these problems maybe related to hormonal imbalance (I am 53 and just entering menopause), thyroid abnormalities and anemia. Untill I get the blood test done I wouldn't know which of these is the problem. I am sure it is not psychological, because I am one of the happiest people I know. I am at a good place in my life. Life is good. That is why I am wondering why is this happening to me now. Last night I did not have any anxiety attacks (I took my pill) but I kept waking up suddenly from sleep in a state of sudden fear for no apparent reason. This morning my brain is foggy, I don't have headaches, but my head is a little achie, and I am dreading night fall, which is not a good thing. Any suggestions of herbs I can use in the short term, that could help me to calm down until I get the blood tests done and find out what is wrong?
Replied by Mollie (Riverside, Calfornia) on 12/31/2011
UGH PANIC ATTACKS?
I don't know if this can help you with panic attacks but this is what worked for me:
Panic attacks are horribly frigntening! Been there done that!
In my case it was caused by acid in my stomach! I was eating too much chili as well as too much strongly made coffee.
I found that if I get a panic attack I try about a tablespoon or more of Baking Soda in water, this usually gets me off a panic attack!
Or if I can't get to baking soda and water, TUMS the antacid works well. In other words ACID in the intestines or stomach causes me to get panic attacks.
Panic attacks will make you feel like you are going crazy. You aren't going crazy---- something is wrong with your system.
Replied by Linda (New Haven, Ct) on 12/31/2011
So sorry to hear of your night time panic attacks. Although I have never suffered from them myself I was wondering if a bit of magnesium before bedtime would help.
I take it myself 3 times a day for my osteoporous and have discovered it also seems to be giving me a far more restful night's sleep and I'm far more relaxed.
Most Americans are deficent in magnesium and it may help with your symptoms, at least until you receive the results from your bloodwork.
Good luck
Replied by Jr (Coloma, Mi) on 12/31/2011
Mollie, I have had panic attacks for over 20 years and I agree that they are terribly frightening. Unless someone has gone through them, they can't understand. I have read so much on panic attacks and have been to the Dr. and no one has been able to help me until this year when I found a person very knowledgeable in homeopathy.
I have not had a panic attack since she recommended I take a remedy called Lycopodium in a 30C. I'm sure you can find it in a healthfood store or on-line. It's not expensive at all and completely safe. I don't know if it will work for you because homeopathy goes by the symptoms of each individual but I do know that it's good for digestive problems and anxiety. It would be worth giving it a try. I am so happy to be able to finally be rid of them. You can google homeopathic lycopodium to find out more. I have tried so many things and this is the only thing that worked for me other than prescription drugs. My prayers are with you that you will find something that will work for you.
Replied by Jr (Coloma, Mi) on 12/31/2011
Oops, sorry Molly, the response was supposed to be to Gale.Replied by Gale (Toronto, On Canada) on 12/31/2011
Thanks Mollie, I am willing to try anything. Thanks for the advice.Replied by Steve (Las Vegas, Nv) on 12/31/2011
I've had excellent results using EFT to help myself and others. Easy to learn on youtube. As for supplements that would be helpful:
Magnesium (Natural Calm powder works fast)
Valerian Root capsules
Niacinamide caps
Replied by Dlamb1958 (Bonita Springs, Fl Usa) on 12/31/2011
I'm perimenopausal and your symptoms are very familiar to me. I have found that vitamin b complex tablets and calcium, magnisium and zinc (all combined in tablet) work pretty well for me. I call them my sanity supplements. I also drink water with a little splash of acv. I don't get the panic attacks much anymore, thank God, but I do have valerian root caps on hand, just in case. They are quite calming but I don't think that's something you should take regularly. Also, for that itchy burning sensation, try drinking a little more water. Good luck.Replied by Mollie (Riverside, Ca.) on 01/02/2012
It is so frightening to get panic attacks that I used to dread them. Today if I eat too much chili I will get aches and pains in my muscles and I act moody. I now know that I have to get out the baking soda and water-one or 2 tablespoons and once I drink it I will belch it all out! Or about 5 TUMS!
That relieves my panic attacks.
Lydia Pinkham tablets help with nerves and anxiety.
You must keep taking them regularly for them to be effective. BUT THEY WORK!
Replied by Drury (Calabasas, Ca) on 07/31/2012
It is not that unexpected after you hear that acquiring higher dosage amounts of supplements could cause particular uncomfortable side effects. Nicotinic acid can be one of those and aside from each of the health benefits it has, you will find numerous negative effects we could experience.
Likely the famous unintended effects f nicotinic acid is the so called niacin having flushes. This problem is induced when a person takes higher doasage amounts of vitamin b3 dietary supplements and after that this causes dilation of the arterial blood vessels. Luckily the nicotinic acid flushing lasts for about around 30 minutes. Nonetheless, the dosage amounts of niacin needed to trigger this unwanted effect is might be unique amongst individuals. Even though various men and women respond once they take no more than 50 mg of nicotinic acid, others respond only over 100 mg of niacin.
You can read this story for more info about niacin
Combined with the having flushes the sufferer can experience intense scratching and allergy. These are typical response to high doses and so they commonly vanish entirely without having medical treatment so there's nothing to think about.
