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Anxiety

Fear and worry are ordinary reactions to stress. They become a disorder when they persist, feel out of proportion or are hard to control. Adults may experience generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder or social anxiety, and these conditions can affect work, relationships and daily routines.

Medicines used to treat Anxiety

Atarax

Hydroxyzine

10 · 25mg

Hydroxyzine film-coated tablets are named Atarax and used for urticaria, pruritus and anxiety. You can choose from several strengths and pack sizes. You see the price per tablet for each option.

FromUS$0.35/ tabletView

Trazodone

Trazodone

25 · 50 · 100mg

Trazodone tablets are for major depressive disorder and anxiety. The active ingredient is trazodone. Several strengths come, pack sizes are listed. Each option lists its price per tablet.

FromUS$0.43/ tabletView

Key points

  • Anxiety often involves bodily signs such as a fast heartbeat, breathlessness or an upset stomach, together with worry and tension.
  • Talking therapy is usually the first approach, alongside regular exercise, less caffeine and steady sleep.
  • Sedating antihistamines may be used when anxiety is tied to a particular situation or when worry disturbs sleep.

Anxiety and its patterns

Anxiety covers several conditions. Examples include panic disorder, social anxiety and generalised anxiety disorder. Fear may be persistent, or it may be tied to particular situations. Situations that provoke fear can be avoided.

Signs and symptoms

People may describe intrusive worry about ordinary situations, muscle tension, restlessness or feeling on edge. Sleep problems, tiredness and difficulty concentrating are also common. A racing heart, breathlessness or an unsettled stomach can occur. A panic attack is a short, severe burst of fear that can bring chest tightness and dizziness.

Treatment and support

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is one form of talking treatment that is often used first. Daily movement, cutting back on caffeine and a steady sleep pattern can make a difference. Medicines work in different ways. Atarax tablets contain hydroxyzine, an antihistamine that acts quickly and can calm the body. It is often used for anxiety linked to particular situations. Trazodone tablets contain trazodone and are used for anxiety and major depressive disorder. Sedating medicines can leave people drowsy. Pharmacy partners in India ship orders to Malaysia in discreet packaging.

When to seek help

Most anxiety can be managed with the right support. Seek advice if worry interferes with work, relationships or everyday life and has lasted several weeks. A doctor or mental-health professional can advise on support.

Further reading

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